Tunisian Semolina and Dates cookies Recipe Step By Step 👌in English ( Makroud )

dates

🥗Healthier: dried figs

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried figs provide similar sweetness with less cost.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts offer healthy fats at a lower price.

orange blossom water

🥗Healthier: rose water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Rose water gives a floral note at a lower cost.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar syrup

Agave syrup is a lower-calorie sweetener.

Combine semolina, yeast, and salt in a bowl.

Add warm water gradually while mixing until a dough forms.

Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth.

Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Prepare the filling by mixing dates, almonds, cinnamon, and orange blossom water in a bowl.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.

Cut the dough into rectangles or squares.

Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each piece.

Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the filled dough pieces until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with powdered sugar and sesame seeds before serving.

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