How to Make Ma'amoul Cookies | Recipes For Kids

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and provides a similar texture.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: pecans

Almonds are a healthier nut option with similar flavor.

orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Vanilla extract is more accessible and adds sweetness.

rose water

💰Cheaper: water + a few drops of vanilla

Vanilla mimics the floral notes at a lower cost.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a bowl, mix semolina, all-purpose flour, and yeast.

Add melted butter and mix until crumbly.

Stir in powdered sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Gradually add water and mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough gently until smooth, then cover and let rest for 30 minutes.

Prepare the filling by blending dates, walnuts, and a splash of orange blossom water until smooth.

Divide the dough into small balls and flatten each ball in your palm.

Place a teaspoon of filling in the center and fold the dough over to enclose it.

Shape the filled dough into a round or oval shape, then press into a ma'amoul mold if available.

Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish.

Bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.

Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving.

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