Servings: 24 pieces
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Rolling pin
- Deep frying pan
- Saucepan for warming honey
- Wire cooling rack
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground anise
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
- 1/2 cup sesame seeds (plus extra for coating)
- for frying vegetable oil
- 1 cup honey
Instructions
- Start by sifting the flour, baking powder, and spices into a large mixing bowl. Add the vegetable oil, melted butter, beaten egg, and orange blossom water, then mix. Knead lightly on a floured surface until soft. Let rest for 15 minutes.1 teaspoon baking powder
- Divide the dough, roll into strips, braid into knots and coat with sesame seeds. Dip each piece into water before coating.1 teaspoon baking powder
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the cookies until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.1 teaspoon baking powder
- Warm honey in a saucepan. Dip each fried chebakia in honey to coat. Cool on a wire rack.1 teaspoon baking powder
Notes
Remember, Chebakia is a versatile treat that can be prepared in advance and stored, making it a go-to option for last-minute celebrations and unexpected guests.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 30mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
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