Amlu is a Moroccan food classified as what type of item?

Amlu is a Moroccan food classified as a spread.

Amlu, also spelled amlou, is a rich Moroccan preparation made from toasted almonds, argan oil and honey. The almonds are crushed, then combined and kneaded with the oil and honey until the mixture becomes smooth or slightly textured. Its nutty, sweet flavor and high-fat consistency make it suitable for spreading rather than serving as a soup, stew or pastry.

Amlu is strongly associated with the Souss region and Shilha cuisine, where argan oil has traditionally played a role comparable to olive oil in other parts of the Maghreb. It is commonly eaten at breakfast or afternoon tea, often with Moroccan pancakes, bread or pastries.

A common mix-up is confusing amlu with almond butter or a dessert sauce. It resembles both in texture, but the combination of argan oil and honey gives it a specifically Moroccan identity. Recipes vary in sweetness and texture, and commercially produced versions may differ from traditionally prepared amlu.