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Authentic Algerian Croquet Recipe
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Authentic Algerian Croquet (Marble Tea Biscuits)

Classic Algerian twice-baked marble biscuits flavored with vanilla, lemon zest, and cocoa powder.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 20 biscuits
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: algerian
Calories: 165
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup 200g granulated sugar
  • 1 cup 240ml vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract & zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp baking powder 10g
  • 4 cups 500g all-purpose flour (approx.)
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 egg yolk + 1/2 tsp instant coffee for egg wash

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk eggs, sugar, and vanilla until pale. Gradually pour in oil while whisking.
  3. Stir in lemon zest, baking powder, and flour gradually until a soft dough forms.
  4. Divide dough: knead cocoa powder into one half. Layer plain and cocoa dough together to form 2 long logs.
  5. Flatten logs slightly, brush with egg wash, and score wavy lines on top using a fork.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden. Cool 5 minutes, then slice diagonally.

Notes

Do not over-bake the logs during the initial stage to ensure they slice cleanly without crumbling. Store in a glass jar or tin container to keep them crunchy for up to two weeks.

nutrition :

Serving Size: 1 biscuit
Calories: 165 kcal
Carbohydrates: 24g
Protein: 3g 
Fat: 7g 
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 28mg
Sodium: 45mg
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 10g
Calcium: 18mg
Iron: 0.8mg