Lebanese Maamoul

Buttery cookies filled with dates, nuts, or figs, perfect for celebrations.

Ingredients

• 3 cups semolina
• 1 cup flour
• 1.5 cups butter
• 1 tbsp rose water
• 1 cup pistachios
• 0.5 cup sugar
• 1 cup dates

Method

1. Mix semolina, flour, and butter into crumbs.
2. Add rose water to form dough, let rest.
3. Form small balls from dough, fill with nuts or dates.
4. Shape cookies using a maamoul mold.
5. Bake at 350°F until golden.

Chef's tips

• Keep dough cool to prevent sticking.
• Let cookies cool completely before storing.