Ghriba from Asfi!! So unique!

For the Dough
125g (8 tbsp / 1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
125g (2/3 cup) granulated white sugar
7g (1 1/2 tsp) vanilla sugar
150ml (2/3 cup) vegetable oil
80g (1 cup) unsweetened shredded coconut
1 large egg
1 tbsp honey
Zest of 1 orange
500g (4 cups) all-purpose flour, sifted
10g (2 tsp) baking powder

For Decoration
1 egg, beaten
Handful of whole almonds (one per cookie)”

Step 1: Preparing the Dough
1- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla sugar by hand until smooth and creamy.
2- Stir in the vegetable oil until fully incorporated into a paste.
3- Add the shredded coconut, egg, honey, and orange zest. Mix well by hand to combine.
4- Gradually incorporate the sifted flour and baking powder, kneading gently until the dough is soft and no longer sticky.

Step 2: Shaping the Cookies
1- Roll the dough into small walnut-sized balls (about 24g/0.8oz each).
2- Gently flatten each ball with your palms.
3- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4- Brush the tops lightly with beaten egg.
5- Press one whole almond onto the center of each cookie.

Step 3: Baking the Cookies
1- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
2- Bake for 15–20 minutes, until lightly golden on the bottom (tops stay pale). Cool completely before serving.