Moroccan Amlou with Almonds and Argan Oil

Name: Moroccan Amlou with Almonds and Argan Oil
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Raw almonds; Argan oil; Honey; Sea salt; Ground cinnamon

A Nutty and Rich Moroccan Spread

Amlou is a traditional Moroccan spread made with roasted almonds, Argan oil, and honey, typically enjoyed with bread for breakfast or as an appetizer.

30 min
8
Easy

Ingredients

For the Almond Base

Raw almonds

2 cups

Argan oil

1/2 cup

Honey

1/4 cup

For Flavor

Sea salt

1/2 tsp

Ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp

Preparation

Roasting the Almonds

Preheat oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Spread almonds

Spread the almonds on a baking sheet in a single layer.

Roast

Roast for 10-12 minutes until golden brown, stirring halfway through.

⚠ Important: Do not overheat the almonds as they may burn quickly.

Blending the Ingredients

Cool almonds

Allow the almonds to cool slightly, then transfer them to a food processor.

Add ingredients

Add Argan oil and honey to the processor.

Blend

Blend until smooth, adding salt and cinnamon for flavor.

💡 Pro Tip: A bit of warm water can help adjust the consistency if needed.

Cooking Process

Blending

Blend all ingredients until the mixture is smooth and has a spreadable consistency.

Adjusting Texture

If too thick, slowly add more Argan oil while blending.

Plating & Serving