Lebanese Sambusik, Date Crescents

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 3

Lebanese Sambusik, Date Crescents for your sweet cravings

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

145

Sugar

Fat

Lebanese Sambusik, Date Crescents are a popular dessert in Lebanese cuisine. They are traditionally served during Eid al-Fitr, the festival of breaking the fast that marks the end of Ramadan. These pastries are sweetened with dates, a staple food in the Middle East, and spiced with rose water to give them a unique flavor. The crescent shape is a symbol of the Islamic faith and is often used in Middle Eastern pastries.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven at 175 degrees Celsius.
2.	In a large bowl, mix the flour, melted butter, milk, and sugar to form a dough.
3.	On a flat surface, roll out the dough using a rolling pin and cut into small circles using a cookie cutter.
4.	Mix the dates, butter, and rose water in a pan and heat until the dates break down and become soft.
5.	Place a small spoonful of the date mixture in the center of each circle and fold over to form crescents.
6.	Brush the crescents with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.
7.	Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

Lebanese Sambusik, Date Crescents are sweet and satisfying, perfect for satisfying your afternoon cravings.

They are easy to make and can be enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee.

CONS

These pastries are high in calories and sugar.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Dates are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
They are high in antioxidants and have been linked to supporting digestive health and reducing inflammation.
Olive oil is thought to be heart-healthy and can lower cholesterol levels.

	2 1/2 cups flour
	1/4 cup melted butter
	1/3 cup milk
	1/4 cup sugar
	1/4 cup olive oil
	8 ounces dates
	1/4 cup butter
	1 teaspoon rose water