Ma Amoul Lebanese Date Stuffed Pastries
Delight in the rich, aromatic flavors of Ma’amoul, traditional Lebanese date-stuffed pastries that are as beautiful as they are delicious. These buttery treats are made with a delicate semolina dough infused with orange blossom and rose water to create an irresistibly fragrant base. A luscious filling of spiced dates, blended with cinnamon and butter, adds natural sweetness and warmth. Each pastry is carefully shaped—using a distinctive mold or by hand—into intricate designs, embodying the artistry of Middle Eastern baking. Perfectly golden and finished with delicate powdered sugar, these melt-in-your-mouth bites are ideal for festive occasions like Eid, Christmas, or simply as a special indulgence with coffee or tea. Prepare to impress family and friends with this authentic recipe that brings tradition and flavor to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Semolina
- 200 g All-purpose flour
- 50 g Granulated sugar
- 250 g Ghee
- 120 ml Milk
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 2 tbsp Orange blossom water
- 2 tbsp Rose water
- 500 g Pitted dates
- 1 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 50 g Powdered sugar
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the semolina, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and baking powder.
Add melted ghee to the dry ingredients and mix well until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the milk, orange blossom water, and rose water to the mixture, kneading gently until a soft dough forms. Cover and let the dough rest for 1 hour.
Prepare the date filling by combining pitted dates, butter, and ground cinnamon in a food processor. Blend into a smooth, sticky paste.
Divide the dough into small balls, approximately the size of a walnut.
Flatten each dough ball into a small disc and place a teaspoon of the date filling in the center. Fold the edges over the filling and shape it into a smooth ball.
Use a ma'amoul mold or your hands to shape the pastry, creating decorative patterns as desired.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Place the shaped pastries on the prepared tray, leaving some space between each piece.
Bake the pastries in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the edges begin to turn golden (do not overbake).
Allow the pastries to cool completely on a wire rack.
Dust the cooled ma'amoul with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6797 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 272.9 g | 350% | |
| Saturated Fat | 170.3 g | 852% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 756 mg | 252% | |
| Sodium | 514 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1001.9 g | 364% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 59.8 g | 214% | |
| Total Sugars | 438.9 g | ||
| Protein | 97.4 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 616 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 20.2 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 4833 mg | 103% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
