Maamoul
Discover the timeless delight of Maamoul, a traditional Middle Eastern treat that’s as stunning as it is delicious. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth semolina cookies are filled with a luscious, spiced date paste, created with warm cinnamon and hints of rose and orange blossom water for an irresistible aroma. Perfectly shaped using a decorative mold or hand-shaped into elegant disks, Maamoul cookies are lightly baked to golden perfection, making them a beloved favorite for holidays, celebrations, or everyday indulgence. With a balance of delicate textures and fragrant flavors, this recipe offers a step-by-step guide to help you master these aromatic and beautifully intricate treats. Whether served with coffee or shared with loved ones, Maamoul is sure to impress both eyes and taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams semolina
- 100 grams all-purpose flour
- 250 grams unsalted butter
- 50 grams powdered sugar
- 60 milliliters milk
- 1 teaspoon yeast
- 2 tablespoons rose water
- 2 tablespoons orange blossom water
- 300 grams pitted dates
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 60 milliliters water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 300 grams of semolina and 100 grams of all-purpose flour. Set aside.
Melt 250 grams of unsalted butter and pour it over the semolina and flour mixture. Mix it well using your hands until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Add 50 grams of powdered sugar to the butter and flour mixture. Mix well.
Dissolve 1 teaspoon of yeast in 60 milliliters of warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Add the milk and yeast mixture to the semolina mixture along with 2 tablespoons of rose water and 2 tablespoons of orange blossom water. Knead lightly until the dough is smooth. Cover it and let it rest for 1 hour.
For the filling, place 300 grams of pitted dates in a saucepan with 60 milliliters of water, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Cook on low heat, stirring frequently until it forms a smooth paste.
After the dough has rested, preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
Take a small piece of dough and flatten it in your hand. Place a small amount of date paste in the center and fold the edges of the dough over to enclose the filling, forming a ball. Gently press into a maamoul mold for decorative patterns, or shape it into a round disk.
Place the shaped maamoul on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the maamoul are lightly golden.
Allow the maamoul to cool before serving. They can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4454 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 233.7 g | 300% | |
| Saturated Fat | 128.3 g | 642% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 559 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 73 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 576.4 g | 210% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.0 g | 132% | |
| Total Sugars | 252.3 g | ||
| Protein | 59.3 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 419 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2954 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
