Dates Maamoul

Maamoul is a traditional Middle Eastern pastry that is often made to celebrate religious holidays, such as Eid al-Fitr.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Dates Maamoul

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Middle Eastern Courses: Any, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Dates
• 300 gram Semolina
• 100 gram Fine bulgur
• 200 gram Butter
• 2 teaspoon Rosewater
• 2 teaspoon Orange blossom water
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 50 gram Powdered sugar
• 50 gram Pistachios (optional)

Instructions

1. In a food processor, blend dates until smooth.
2. In a large bowl, mix together semolina, bulgur, melted butter, rosewater, orange blossom water, cinnamon, and cardamom.
3. Knead the dough until it comes together.
4. Take a small portion of the dough and flatten it in your palm.
5. Place a small amount of the date paste in the center of the dough.
6. Fold the dough over the filling and shape it into a ball.
7. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
8. Place the maamoul on a baking sheet and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Allow the maamoul to cool completely.
10. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with pistachios, if desired.
11. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 28g10%

Sugars 14g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.