Almond Orange Ghent Moppen
Almond Orange Ghent Moppen
Classic DishGhent Moppen
Prep: 25 min • Cook: 15 min. Crisp, buttery Ghent moppen infused with fragrant orange zest and finely ground almonds, offering a delightful citrusy twist on the classic biscuit.
- Preparation time
- 25 min
- Cooking time
- 15 min
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 24
Instructions
Ghent Moppen
- 1In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- 2Beat in the egg yolk and orange zest until well combined.
- 3In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ground almonds, and salt.
- 4Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and a dough forms.
- 5Shape the dough into a log, approximately 5 cm (2 inches) in diameter. Wrap in parchment paper and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
- 6Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 7Once chilled, unwrap the dough log and slice it into rounds about 5 mm (1/4 inch) thick.
- 8Place the sliced moppen onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each.
- 9Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. They will crisp up as they cool.
- 10Let the moppen cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 105 kcal
- Protein
- 2 g
- Fat
- 6 g
- Carbs
- 11 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 105 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Carbs | 11 g |
Tips
- For a finer texture, sift the flour and ground almonds together before adding to the wet ingredients.
- Keep an eye on the moppen during baking; they can brown quickly due to the sugar and almonds.
- Serve these crispy biscuits with coffee or tea for an authentic Belgian treat.
