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Shekerbura
Shekerbura
Shekerbura is a traditional Azerbaijani pastry often made during the Novruz holiday. It is a sweet pastry filled with a mixture of ground nuts, sugar, and spices such as cardamom or cinnamon. The pastry is usually shaped like a half-moon or triangle and is typically baked until golden brown. It’s delicious and perfect for celebrating special occasions!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/4 cup milk lukewarm
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup ground walnuts
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, butter, milk, and sugar. Knead the dough until smooth. Cover with a kitchen towel and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix the ground walnuts, cardamom, and cinnamon to make the filling.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut out circles using a round cookie cutter or a glass.
- Place a spoonful of the walnut filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape and crimp the edges with a fork.
- Place the Shekerbura on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 505kcal (25%)Carbohydrates: 65g (22%)Protein: 7g (14%)Fat: 24g (37%)Saturated Fat: 15g (94%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 63mg (21%)Sodium: 10mgPotassium: 99mg (3%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 18g (20%)Vitamin A: 734IU (15%)Vitamin C: 0.03mgCalcium: 37mg (4%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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