Embark on a culinary journey to Algeria with our traditional Corne de Gazelle. These delicate pastries, shaped like gazelle horns, are a staple of Algerian cuisine. They feature a tender, buttery dough enveloping a rich almond filling, subtly flavored with orange blossom water and cinnamon. Dusted with a light icing of sugar glaze and orange blossom water, these pastries are not only exquisite in flavor but also elegant in appearance.
Why You’ll Love This
- Rich Almond Filling: A sweet and nutty center with a hint of cinnamon.
- Orange Blossom Aroma: Infuses the dough and filling with a delicate, floral fragrance.
- Elegant Shape: Their unique horn shape makes them a delightful treat to behold.
- Perfect for Special Occasions: Ideal for celebrations, tea time, or as a sophisticated dessert.
Occasions
- Cultural celebrations and festivals
- Elegant tea parties
- Special family gatherings
- Whenever you crave a unique and aromatic pastry
Dough
- 250 g flour
- 100 g soft butter
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- Orange blossom water (as needed)
Almond Filling
- 300 g almond flour
- 50 g melted butter
- 100 g sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp orange blossom water
Glaze
- Icing sugar
- Orange blossom water
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: Mix flour, butter, egg, sugar, and salt. Add orange blossom water gradually to form a smooth dough. Let it rest.
- Almond Filling: Combine almond flour, melted butter, sugar, egg, cinnamon, and orange blossom water to form a paste.
- Shape Pastries: Roll out the dough thinly. Cut into circles, place filling in the center, and fold into a crescent shape, pinching the edges to resemble gazelle horns.
- Bake: Bake at 350°F (180°C) until lightly golden, about 15-20 minutes.
- Glaze: Mix icing sugar with a little orange blossom water to make a glaze. Brush over warm pastries.
Enjoy the delightful taste and aroma of these Algerian Gazelle Horns, a true representation of Algerian culinary art!
