Middle Eastern Date Cookies

Listing Results Middle Eastern Date Cookies

DirectionsStep1Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350° F. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper.Step2Whisk clarified butter (or ghee), sugar, eggs and blossom water together: In a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment or using a hand-held mixer, beat the butter first on medium, then on high speed in a large …Step3Add the flours and mahleb: If using a stand mixer, remove the bowl from the stand. Add the semolina, all-purpose flour. If using mahleb, add that here too. Use a spoon or rubber spatula to combine the ingredients t…Step4Check the dough: If the dough stays on your fingertips when squeezed, it is too wet. Add all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon at a time, stir and squeeze. If the dough feels dry (you’ll see cracking), add milk 1 tablespoon at a ti…Step5Let the dough rest: Set the dough aside to rest for about 15 minutes, so the flour can absorb the moisture. Test the dough after resting to be sure it is soft and pliable, adding more flour or milk if needed (anoth…Step6To shape and bake the dough: Take a 1 ounce piece of dough about the size of a walnut or 1 tablespoon, shape into a ball by rolling the dough between the palms of your hands.Step7To shape maamoul using a mold: Coat the interior of the mold with flour and knock out the excess. Do this before molding each cookie to help release the molded dough. Place the dough ball into the mold and pre…Step8Turn the mold face down and tap the top corner of the mold head firmly on the work surface (whack!) once or twice to release the cookie. Carefully transfer the cookie to the prepared baking sheet and place them 1-i…Step9To shape maamoul by hand: Dust your work surface with flour. Use your hand or a rolling pin dusted with flour to flatten the dough ball to about 1⁄4-inch thick in an oblong shape, about 2 1/2-inches long by 1 1/2-inches wi…Step10Shape the cookies: Repeat the shaping process with a mold or by hand with the rest of the dough and date filling.Step11Bake the cookies: Bake the cookies, one sheet pan at a time, in the center of the oven, for 15-17 minutes, or until the cookies are a pale golden brown. Check the cookies frequently in the last 5 minutes of cook tim…Step12Cool and serve the cookies: Allow the cookies to cool completely, undisturbed, on the pan, at least one hour. Sift confectioners’ sugar over the cookies and give them a fresh dusting again just before serving.Step13To store the cookies: Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to two weeks at room temperature, or for two months frozenIngredientsIngredients¾ cupClarified Butter (or ghee)3 tablespoonsGranulated Sugar1 Large Egg (room temperature)2 teaspoonsOrange Blossom Water (or vanilla extract)1 ¼ cupsSemolina Flour1 ¼ cupsAll-Purpose Flour (plus more as needed to finish the dough and coat the molds, if using)2 teaspoonsMahleb (optional; replace with flour if not using)3 tablespoonsMilk (any fat content level, at room temperature)¼ cupConfectioners' Sugar (for finishing)10 ouncesDate Paste (or 20 pureed pitted Medjool dates)See moreNutritionalNutritional250 Calories11 gTotal Fat36 mgCholesterol39 gCarbohydrate85 mgSodium3.3 gProteinFrom themediterraneandish.comRecipeDirectionsIngredientsNutritionalExplore furtherHow to Make Ma’amoul, a Date-Filled Cookie from the …tasteofhome.comMahmoul Recipe King Arthur Bakingkingarthurbaking.comMaamoul (Lebanese Date Cookies) - Allrecipesallrecipes.comTraditional Lebanese Ma'amoul Authentic Recipe TasteAtlastasteatlas.comQuick & Easy Maamoul (Traditional Arabic Cookies)biggerbolderbaking.comRecommended to you based on what's popular • Feedback

  • RecipesTop ratedQuickLow calLow carb

    Ma’amoul (Middle Eastern Date Filled Cookies)

    Preview

    See Also:

    Show details

  • WEBApr 22, 2019 · Melt the butter or ghee. Add oil and then stir in the sugar. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ghee/sugar mixture with flour, working …

    Ratings: 19
    Category: Dessert
    Cuisine: Middle Eastern
    Total Time: 1 hr
    1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
    2. Melt the butter or ghee. Add oil and then mix in the sugar.
    3. Process the chopped medjool dates in a food processor into a smooth mass. If not using soft medjool dates, check the notes section.
    4. Take a dough ball and flatten it. Hold it in the center of your palm and cup it. Place a date ball in the center. Bring the edges of the dough together. Pinch the dough to seal well and then flatten it out. Press it into a disc.Tip: Make sure to not use too much filling, or the cookies will crack.

    Preview

    See Also:

    Show details

    WEBJan 21, 2020 · Bring to a full, rolling boil (occasionally giving the pan a swirl); boil 1 minute and then turn off the heat. Cool 5 to 10 minutes. …

    Rating: 5/5(2)
    Category: Dessert
    Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Palestinian
    Calories: 117 per serving
    1. Mix together the spices for the cake spice mix. You will only need 1 1/2 teaspoons of the spice mix for recipe; store the remaining spice mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months.
    2. To make the date filling, grind the dates and oil in a stand mixer fitted with a food grinding attachment (fine grind) or in a heavy-duty food processor. If using a stand mixer, alternate between adding the dates and oil. If you’re using a food processor, before you add any dates, rub oil on the blade and inside of the bowl. Once processed, oil your hands and knead the cake spice mix into the dates.
    3. To make the dough, combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a full, rolling boil (occasionally giving the pan a swirl); boil 1 minute and then turn off the heat. Cool 5 to 10 minutes.
    4. Combine the oil and clarified butter in a separate small saucepan and cook over medium heat until the butter is just melted, about 2 minutes; cool slightly.

    Preview

    See Also:

    Show details

    WEBApr 7, 2024 · To make a homemade date filling, please see the notes below. Preheat the oven to 375 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Shape: Scoop around 1 tablespoon of dough at a time and form …

    Preview

    See Also:

    Show details

    WEBFeb 29, 2024 · Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Sprinkle …

    1. Mix semolina flour, all-purpose flour, mahlab, and salt together in a large bowl. Work clarified butter into the dry ingredients with your fingertips until thoroughly incorporated. Cover bowl and let dough rest at room temperature, 8 hours to overnight.
    2. Pour milk into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until just warm, about 15 seconds. Stir in sugar and yeast until dissolved. Let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes.
    3. Pour yeast mixture and orange blossom water over the dough and mix until evenly moistened. Pinch off a piece of dough and roll into a ball; it should hold its shape without cracking. Add more milk or orange blossom water if needed. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes.
    4. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

    Preview

    See Also:

    Show details

    WEBNov 14, 2023 · Step 4: Bake Them. Transfer the filled maamoul cookies to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, with 1-2 inches of space between each cookie. Then bake for between 20-25 minutes until the maamoul …

    Preview

    See Also:

    Show details

    WEBMay 19, 2020 · How to make maamoul. In a deep bowl add flour, semolina, mahlab, and a dash of salt. Mix everything well together. Add the melted ghee over and mix with a spoon. Then mix with the palms of your hands …

    Preview

    See Also:

    Show details

    WEBNov 18, 2019 · In a small bowl, mix the milk and yeast. Set aside until the yeast has softened and is foamy, 3-5 minutes. In a medium bowl, mix flour and sugar. Rub the oil and melted butter into the flour with your …

    Preview

    See Also: Share RecipesShow details

    WEBInstructions. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cardamom, cinnamon, and salt until well combined. In a separate bowl, cream …

    Preview

    See Also: Share RecipesShow details

    WEBMay 2, 2022 · How to Shape Mamool. Step 1 - Shape the dough into 1-inch balls. Step 2 - Flatten each dough ball in the palms of your hands until it's about 3 inches in diameter. …

    Preview

    See Also: Share RecipesShow details

    WEBFeb 12, 2021 · Instructions. Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a large cookie sheet with greased parchment paper. In a large bowl, add all the dry ingredients, mix them, and then add in the softened butter, milk, and …

    Preview

    See Also: Food RecipesShow details

    WEBApr 14, 2023 · A Middle Eastern date filled shortbread cookie, maamoul is another popular recipe for Ramadan and Eid. These Middle Eastern cookies are loved by many around the world for different : 3 g …

    Preview

    See Also: Share RecipesShow details

    WEBJan 7, 2023 · After that, mix with semolina and knead for 5 minutes, then let it rest covered for 20-30 minutes. Then, in a separate bowl mix the ingredients of the filling well, and …

    Preview

    See Also: Food RecipesShow details

    WEBMay 15, 2019 · Wrap the date with the dough to form a ball shape. Press the dough ball into the mold flat with your fingers and then tap the mold on the table to drop the cookie out. Repeat for the remainder of the dough, …

    Preview

    See Also: Share RecipesShow details

    WEBFeb 4, 2017 · Turn the dough into a lightly floured surface and knead by hand for 5 minutes, Cover the dough and let it rise for two hours. Preheat oven to 325F. Divide dough into 6 equal parts. If you are going to make …

    Preview

    See Also: Easter RecipesShow details

    WEBMay 8, 2013 · Arrange the molded dough ½" apart on the lined baking sheet. If you are not using a Maamoul mold, place the filled balls ½" apart in the lined baking sheet and gently press so they flatten slightly. Bake at …

    Preview

    See Also: Easter RecipesShow details

    Most Popular Search