Gluten-Free Maamoul

Delight in the rich flavors of tradition with this Gluten-Free Maamoul recipe, a modern take on the beloved Middle Eastern pastry. Crafted with a blend of gluten-free flour, almond flour, and fine gluten-free semolina, these delicate cookies boast a buttery, crumbly texture that melts in your mouth. Filled with a fragrant combination of crushed dates, chopped walnuts, and a hint of cinnamon, each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Enhanced with aromatic orange blossom water, these maamoul cookies are baked to golden perfection and lightly dusted with powdered sugar for a beautiful finishing touch. Ideal for festive occasions or a special treat, this gluten-free version ensures that everyone at the table can enjoy this timeless delicacy.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups Gluten-free flour mix
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 1 cup Fine semolina (gluten-free)
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoons Orange blossom water
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Crushed dates
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix the gluten-free flour mix, almond flour, and fine semolina together.

Step 3

Melt the unsalted butter and pour it into the flour mixture. Mix well to form a crumbly dough.

Step 4

Add the milk, orange blossom water, and granulated sugar into the dough. Knead gently until the mixture comes together into a smooth dough.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, combine the crushed dates, chopped walnuts, and ground cinnamon to form the filling.

Step 6

Take a small piece of dough, about the size of a walnut, and roll it into a ball. Flatten it slightly in your palm to form a cup.

Step 7

Place about a teaspoon of the date and walnut filling in the center of the dough. Gently close the dough around the filling and seal it, forming a smooth ball.

Step 8

Use a maamoul mold to shape the dough ball if desired, or simply shape with your hands into small, round biscuits.

Step 9

Place the shaped dough on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-20 minutes or until the maamoul turns a light golden color.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Once cooled, dust the maamoul with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1042.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4081.9

Total Fat 195.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 253.5mg	0%
Sodium 44.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 564.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.0g	0%
Total Sugars 221.3g
Protein 72.0g	0%

Vitamin D 26.8IU	0%
Calcium 628.7mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 2816.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.8%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 52.5%