Date Maamoul

Date Maamoul is a traditional Lebanese dessert made with a buttery dough and filled with sweet, spiced date paste. These delicate cookies are often enjoyed during festive occasions and are perfect for sharing with loved ones.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 100 grams
• Semolina - 50 grams
• Unsalted butter - 50 grams, melted
• Powdered sugar - 30 grams
• Warm water - 30 ml
• Date paste - 100 grams
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Rose water - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, semolina, melted butter, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Gradually add warm water and knead the mixture until a smooth dough forms. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
3. While the dough is resting, prepare the filling by mixing the date paste with ground cinnamon and rose water until well combined.
4. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
5. Divide the rested dough into 8 equal pieces and flatten each piece into a small disc.
6. Place about 1 tablespoon of the date filling in the center of each disc, then fold the dough over the filling and seal it well, shaping it into a ball.
7. Use a maamoul mold or your hands to shape the filled dough into decorative patterns.
8. Place the cookies on a lined baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 270
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 5 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.03 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from dates, which aids digestion.
• Contains healthy fats from butter, providing energy.

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