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Cretan Almond Sweets

Also known as: Amygdalota, Αμυγδαλωτά

Cretan almond sweets are dense, fragrant confections made primarily from ground almonds and sugar, often bound with egg white.

Cretan Almond Sweets — illustrative food image

About Cretan Almond Sweets

Cretan almond sweets are dense, fragrant confections made primarily from ground almonds and sugar, often bound with egg white.

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Ingredients in Cretan Almond Sweets

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Whole Almondbase
Sugarsweetener
Eggbinder
Almondsbase

Ingredient connections awaiting review. Versions and preparation vary.

Origins & food traditions

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Countries

Greece

Cuisines & regions

Cretan Cuisine

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