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Kleicha (Iraqi Date Cookies): A Comforting Treat for Any Occasion
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We've been on a roll this year with adding new date recipes to the blog this spring! Today I'm going to share one of my favorite date recipes with each of you: kleicha, also known as Iraqi date cookies. Kleicha is considered to be Iraq's national cookie and can be found throughout the Middle East. These date cookies, which look a little like rugelach but taste very different, are filled with spiced dates and wrapped in a buttery, tender dough - which makes them perfect for an afternoon tea or coffee break. As always, be sure to share your photos with me on social media if you make these cookies at home! Keep on cooking, |
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