Date and Walnut Maamoul

Indulge in a delightful Arab dessert with these rich and buttery date and walnut maamoul cookies. Perfectly sweetened and filled with a nutty surprise, they offer a taste of traditional Middle Eastern flavors in every bite.

Steps

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, semolina, powdered sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the softened butter and mix until crumbly. Gradually add water until a dough forms. Knead gently until smooth. In a separate bowl, mix chopped dates, walnuts, and ground cinnamon. Take a small piece of dough and flatten it in your palm. Place a teaspoon of the date filling in the center, fold the dough over, and form it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling. Place the formed cookies on a baking sheet and chill for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden. Allow to cool before serving.

1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup semolina 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 tablespoon powdered sugar 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1 tablespoon water 1/4 cup dates, pitted and chopped 1 tablespoon walnuts, chopped 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch of salt