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Maamoul

Maamoul Recipe

Maamoul, a word that conjures up images of delicate, crumbly cookies filled with fragrant dates, pistachios, or walnuts, is a truly fascinating and important part of Middle Eastern cuisine.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 24 Cookies
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the dough:

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 280 g
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter 115 g
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar 60 g
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon rose water optional

For the filling:

  • 1 cup semolina 120 g
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar 60 g
  • 1/4 cup ground walnuts 30 g
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon rose water

Instructions
 

  • To make the dough, whisk together the flour and salt in a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Divide the dough in half and wrap each half in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • To make the filling, combine the semolina, powdered sugar, ground walnuts, cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg in a bowl.
  • Stir in the melted butter and rose water until the mixture is well combined.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out one half of the dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out circles using a cookie cutter.
  • Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges to seal.
  • Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
  • Place the Maamoul on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Let the Maamoul cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Keyword Maamoul