Kaak Warka - Tunisian Almond Pastry - African Recipe
Kaak Warka is a traditional Tunisian dessert that's deeply ingrained in the country's culinary heritage. These delicate, ring-shaped pastries are filled with a sweet almond paste, offering a delightful contrast to their subtly fragrant, rosewater-infused dough. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions such as weddings and Eid, Kaak Warka symbolizes joy and celebration. Paired with a cup of mint tea, these pastries create moments of shared happiness and togetherness.
Ingredients
- 250g (About 1 1/2 cups) Almonds Choose high quality, fresh almonds for the best taste
- 200g (About 1 cup) Sugar Regular granulated sugar works best
- 50ml (About 3 tablespoons) Rosewater Rosewater adds a unique fragrance to the dough
- 12 sheets Warka pastry sheets Warka sheets are thin, delicate Tunisian pastries
Kaak Warka - Tunisian Almond Pastry
Updated on 03/23/2025
Kaak Warka is a traditional Tunisian dessert that's deeply ingrained in the country's culinary heritage. These delicate, ring-shaped pastries are filled with a sweet almond paste, offering a delightful contrast to their subtly fragrant, rosewater-infused dough. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions such as weddings and Eid, Kaak Warka symbolizes joy and celebration. Paired with a cup of mint tea, these pastries create moments of shared happiness and togetherness.
Ingredients
- 250g (About 1 1/2 cups) Almonds (Choose high quality, fresh almonds for the best taste)
- 200g (About 1 cup) Sugar (Regular granulated sugar works best)
- 50ml (About 3 tablespoons) Rosewater (Rosewater adds a unique fragrance to the dough)
- 12 sheets Warka pastry sheets (Warka sheets are thin, delicate Tunisian pastries)
Instructions
No instructions available.
Nutrition Info:
- fat8g
- fiber2g
- sodium10mg
- protein3g
- caloriesApproximately 180 calories per serving
- carbohydrates25g