Middle Eastern Maamoul
Fragrant and delicious Maamoul filled with luscious date paste and nutty goodness.
Ingredients for 8 portions
Instructions
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1
Preheat the oven to 175°C.
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2
In a large bowl, mix flour, sesame seeds, sugar, salt, and baking powder together.
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3
Add butter ghee and mix for 15 minutes.
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4
Gradually add milk to the mixture and mix well to combine.
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5
Cover the dough and let it rest for 15 minutes.
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6
Mix pistachios, almonds, syrup, and rose water together until moistened.
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7
Roll the dough into balls and press your thumb into the ball to create space for the filling.
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8
Stuff the dough with date paste or mixed nuts and pinch the dough over it to seal.
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9
Cover the maamoul molds for 15 minutes.
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10
Bake the maamoul at 175°C for 15 to 20 minutes.
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11
Cool the maamoul and sprinkle powdered sugar on the top.
