Semolina Pastry With Dates (Makroud) Recipe

Name: Semolina Pastry With Dates (Makroud)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups medium semolina; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 2 tablespoons roughly chopped roasted almonds; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 12 ounces date paste or ground pitted dates; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 cup roughly chopped almonds; Vegetable oil, for frying; 1 cup honey, for dipping; 2 tablespoons orange flower water or water

Servings: persons

3 cups medium semolina
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons roughly chopped roasted almonds
1/2 cup vegetable oil
12 ounces date paste or ground pitted dates
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup roughly chopped almonds
Vegetable oil, for frying
1 cup honey, for dipping
2 tablespoons orange flower water or water

1
To make the dough: In a mixing bowl, combine semolina, sugar, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves and almonds.
2
Add oil and 1 cup water, mixing by hand and shaping to form a ball.
3
Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
4
To make the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the dates, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves and almonds, mixing to form a ball.
5
Take a piece of filling about the size of a walnut and mold into a plump oval.
6
Take a slightly smaller piece of dough, flatten it and wrap the filling entirely with it, pinching closed.
7
Continue until dough and filling are used up.
8
Place a heavy frying pan over medium heat, and add enough oil to come 1 1/2 to 2 inches up the sides.
9
Working in batches, fry the makroud for a few minutes on each side, until golden brown, turning carefully using two spoons.
10
Drain on paper towels.
11
In a small bowl, combine honey and orange flower water.
12
Dip each makroud into the mixture.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups medium semolina, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and more.

Yes, Semolina Pastry With Dates (Makroud) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Semolina Pastry With Dates (Makroud)

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