Mlabes
Mlabes are North African almond sweets, often associated with Algeria and Tunisia, shaped into small domes and covered with smooth white icing. The almond center is scented with citrus or rose water, while the polished glaze makes them festive rather than savory.
π Recipe adapted from Wikidata (Dish)
Mix almond flour, powdered sugar, lemon zest, salt, egg white, and orange blossom water into a firm paste.
Shape the paste into small domes or rounds and bake gently until set but still pale.
Cool completely before glazing.
Stir powdered sugar with lemon juice or rose water into a smooth thick icing.
Dip or coat each sweet, garnish while wet, and let the glaze dry to a satin finish.
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