Ma’amoul – Nut Cookies

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 2

Delicious Middle Eastern Ma'amoul Nut Cookies for your sweet cravings

by The Chefin Cookies

Prep

45 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

121

Sugar

Fat

Ma'amoul, an ancient Middle Eastern cookie, is closely associated with special occasions like Eid al-Fitr and is generally served during religious events. This delicacy made from semolina and flour comes in different shapes and sizes but primarily features a filling made of nuts. Satisfyingly sweet and rich in flavor, these cookies are delightful treats that most people love to indulge in. You can make different fillings using almonds, walnuts & pistachios depending on your preference. Today, we present a recipe that uses walnuts or pistachios for its filling, producing a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will delight your taste buds. Indeed, ma'amoul nut cookies represent a tasty way to embrace and enjoy Middle Eastern tradition and cuisine.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, mix flour with cinnamon powder.
2.	Put sugar and rose water in a saucepan, bring to a boil & let simmer till sugar dissolves.
3.	In a separate bowl, melt the butter and add it to flour mixture.
4.	Pour the cooled sugar syrup into the bowl and work into a dough.
5.	Add the chopped nuts and knead again.
6.	Preheat the oven to 180°C.
7.	Press dough into cookie mold or shape into balls and then flatten it with the help of a fork.
8.	Place the cookies onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
9.	Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cookies are lightly golden.
10.	Remove them from the oven and allow to cool down for about 5 minutes. Once the cookies are cool enough to handle, roll them in powdered sugar to coat.
11.	Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

PROS

Ma’amoul nut cookies are easy to make, delicious, and versatile – they can suit everyone’s taste due to various nut fillings.

Moreover, they are a healthier alternative to other cookies since they contain no eggs or dairy products and are lower in sugar compared to western-style cookies.

CONS

Nuts and butter form the bulk of the ingredients, and this therefore means they are a high-fat snack.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pistachios and walnuts are nutrient-packed nuts and contain important antioxidants. Besides, the nuts in the cookies are good for the heart and can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Furthermore, rose water, which is used in the recipe, has been linked to improving digestion and reducing anxiety.

	3 1/2 cups flour
	8 ounces unsalted butter
	1 tablespoon milk
	6 -7 tablespoons sugar
	3 tablespoons rose water
	1 teaspoon cinnamon
	1 1/2 cups walnuts or 1 1/2 cups pistachios , chopped fine
	powdered sugar