Italian-American Sellou

Ingredients

Italian-American Sellou incorporates Italian-American flavors and influences into the traditional Moroccan Sellou. While the original Sellou is made with ingredients like toasted almonds, sesame seeds, flour, honey, and spices, the Italian-American version adds a hint of vanilla and cinnamon to enhance the flavor profile. This fusion dessert combines the best of both cuisines, resulting in a unique and delicious treat. We alse have the original recipe for Sellou, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (240g) toasted almonds 2 cups (240g) toasted almonds
• 1 cup (160g) sesame seeds 1 cup (160g) sesame seeds
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (240ml) honey 1 cup (240ml) honey
• 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Powdered sugar, for dusting Powdered sugar, for dusting

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 20g
• Protein: 8g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 0g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a food processor, pulse the toasted almonds until coarsely ground.
2. 2.
   In a dry skillet, toast the sesame seeds over medium heat until golden brown. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. 3.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground almonds, toasted sesame seeds, flour, honey, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
4. 4.
   Transfer the mixture to a baking sheet and spread it out evenly.
5. 5.
   Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. 6.
   Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
7. 7.
   Once cooled, break the mixture into small pieces and transfer to a serving dish.
8. 8.
   Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Almonds — Make sure to use toasted almonds for a richer flavor. If you can't find toasted almonds, you can toast them yourself by spreading them on a baking sheet and baking at 180°C (350°F) for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown.
• Sesame seeds — Toasting the sesame seeds enhances their nutty flavor. Simply heat them in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.

Tips & Tricks

• For a variation, you can add a sprinkle of cocoa powder to the mixture for a chocolatey twist.
• Serve Italian-American Sellou with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.
• Store the leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Serving advice

Italian-American Sellou is traditionally served as a dessert or snack. It can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a cup of coffee or tea.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, dust the Italian-American Sellou with powdered sugar just before serving. You can also garnish it with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for an extra touch of elegance.