Kwareżimal | A Traditional Maltese Lenten Biscuit (Kwarezimal)

almond flour

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Ground oats provide a gluten-free option while being more economical.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

egg whites

🥗Healthier: aquafaba

💰Cheaper: none

Aquafaba is a vegan substitute that mimics egg whites.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean offers a more natural flavor.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Line a baking sheet with rice paper.

In a mixing bowl, combine blanched, roasted almonds, caster sugar, soft dark brown sugar, plain flour, ground cloves, and ground cinnamon.

Add the zests of lemon, orange, and tangerine to the mixture.

In a separate bowl, mix honey and water until combined, then add to the dry mixture.

Mix until well combined.

Spoon the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping into small rounds.

Top each round with chopped almonds.

Bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.

Drizzle with honey before serving.

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