Date Cookies (Eid Cookies)

1. 1

   Mix flour, ground fenugreek, salt, granulated sugar and instant yeast in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Add the clarified butter; mix with your hands until well incorporated.

3. 3

   Heat the milk until warm; add gradually to flour mixture.

4. 4

   Knead to form a soft dough.

5. 5

   Cover with a damp cloth for 1/2 hour.

6. 6

   Put the dates in a bowl; add nutmeg; knead with your hands.

7. 7

   Take a small piece of dough; pat down onto work surface.

8. 8

   Take a smaller piece of dates and roll it with your hands to form a small rope.

9. 9

   Place the date rope in the middle of the piece of dough and enclose it with the dough and roll into a rope; make sure the date is entirely covered with dough.

10. 10

    Shape your rope into an 'S' and place on a baking sheet.

11. 11

    Repeat with the remainder of dough and date filling.

12. 12

    Brush your 'S's with egg white; sprinkle with sesame seeds.

13. 13

    Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden in color.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.