Almond Filo Snake Recipe

Name: Almond Filo Snake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup ground almonds; 1/3 cup sliced almonds (sliced); 1 1/3 cups confectioners' sugar (6 oz); 1 egg, separated; 1 teaspoon lemon zest, finely grated; 1/4 teaspoon almond extract; 1 tablespoon rose water; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons almond oil; 9 sheets phyllo pastry; 1 pinch cinnamon, ground; confectioners' sugar, for garnish

Servings: persons

2/3 cup ground almonds
1/3 cup sliced almonds (sliced)
1 1/3 cups confectioners' sugar (6 oz)
1 egg, separated
1 teaspoon lemon zest, finely grated
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon rose water
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons almond oil
9 sheets phyllo pastry
1 pinch cinnamon, ground
confectioners' sugar, for garnish

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["Preheat oven to 350u00b0F Lightly grease an 8 inch round springform pan.", "Place all of the almonds in a bowl with the confectioners sugar. Put the egg white in a small bowl and lightly beat with a fork. Add to the almonds with the lemon zest, essence and rosewater. Mix to a paste.", "Divide the mixture in to thirds and roll each portion into a sausage shape about 18 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.", "If the paste is too sticky to roll, add some confectioners sugar to the work surface.", "Mix the two oils in a small bowl. Remove 1 sheet of filo and cover the rest with a damp towel to keep from drying out. Brush the sheet of filo with the oils, then cover with 2 more oiled sheets.", "Place 1 almond ""snake"" along the length of the oiled pastry and roll up to enclose the filling. Form into a coil and place the coil in the center of the oiled pan. Repeat and use oil to join the ""snakes"" and continue shaping to make a large coil.", "Add the cinnamon to the egg yolk and brush over the snake. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the side of the pan and turn the snake over. Bake for another 10 minutes to crisp the base.", "Dust with confectioners sugar, cut into wedges and serve warm.", "NOTE: The snake will keep for up to 3 days, but should not be refrigerated."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup ground almonds, 1/3 cup sliced almonds (sliced), 1 1/3 cups confectioners' sugar (6 oz), 1 egg, separated, and more.

Yes, Almond Filo Snake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Almond Filo Snake

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