Halwa Chebakia – or simply chebakia – is a Moroccan sesame cookie made by folding dough into a flower shape, frying it and then dipping it in hot honey flavored with orange flower water. The cookie is also known as mkharka.
Chebakia is particularly popular in Ramadan, when many Moroccans like to eat it alongside Harira. It's also served for special occasions.
Chebakia can be time-consuming to make, and a bit tricky if you're unfamiliar with how to fold the dough into the flower shape. The following photos show the traditional preparation following this Chebakia Recipe.
