baking · vegetarian
Kleicha
Iraq's national cookie: cardamom pastry rolled or stuffed with dates and walnuts, baked for Eid and Christmas.
- Time
- 120min
- Steps
- 5
Ingredients
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Contains milk, egg, wheat and tree nuts.
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Method
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1
Rub butter into flour and spices, add yeast, sugar and milk; knead and rest 1 hour.
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2
Warm date paste with butter and cardamom.
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3
Roll dough, spread date paste and roll into logs; slice into spirals (or stuff and mold).
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4
Brush with egg wash.
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5
Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 15–20 minutes until golden.
