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Flavorful Sephardic Almond Macaroon Pyramids Recipe with Easy Tahini Honey Sauce

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These Sephardic almond macaroon pyramids are light, chewy, and topped with a luscious tahini honey sauce that balances earthy and floral sweetness. A traditional yet easy-to-make treat perfect for special occasions or everyday indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (200g) blanched almonds, finely ground
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 3 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp almond extract (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • ½ cup (120ml) tahini paste, smooth and well-stirred
  • ¼ cup (85g) honey (raw or wildflower)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2–3 tbsp warm water
  • Pinch of cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Grind the blanched almonds finely with the powdered sugar in a food processor until you get a fine, flour-like consistency. Avoid over-processing.
  3. In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add 2 tbsp honey and continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Gently fold the almond and powdered sugar mixture into the whipped egg whites using a rubber spatula. Add almond extract if using. The batter should be thick but pliable.
  5. Shape the batter into small pyramids about 1.5 inches (4 cm) tall and place evenly spaced on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until they develop a light golden crust but remain slightly soft inside. Check at 18 minutes if your oven runs hot.
  7. While baking, whisk together tahini, ¼ cup honey, lemon juice, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Add warm water a tablespoon at a time until the sauce is smooth and pourable.
  8. Remove the pyramids from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Serve the macaroon pyramids drizzled with tahini honey sauce or with the sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

Use fresh, room-temperature egg whites for best whipping results. Keep bowls and beaters grease-free. You can substitute aquafaba for egg whites for a vegan version, but whipping takes longer. Prepare tahini honey sauce ahead and refrigerate; bring to room temperature before serving. Almonds can be swapped with hazelnuts or pistachios. For nut allergies, sunflower seed flour can be used but flavor will differ.

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Keywords: Sephardic, almond macaroon, tahini honey sauce, dessert, gluten-free, vegan option, chewy cookies, traditional recipe

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