Vegan Maamoul

Delight in the delicate flavors of Vegan Maamoul, a plant-based twist on the beloved Middle Eastern pastry. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies combine fine semolina and all-purpose flour for a tender crumb, infused with aromatic orange blossom and rose waters for a floral elegance. Filled with a luscious date paste spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and optionally garnished with crunchy pistachios, each bite is a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Shaped traditionally using molds or by hand, these dairy-free treats are not only stunning but also easy to customize for any occasion. Perfect for celebrations or as a cozy teatime indulgence, Vegan Maamoul is the ideal recipe to satisfy both nostalgic cravings and modern, plant-based lifestyles.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 300 grams Fine semolina
• 150 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Vegan butter, softened
• 100 ml Olive oil
• 50 grams Caster sugar
• 1 tablespoon Orange blossom water
• 1 tablespoon Rose water
• 120 ml Warm water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 300 grams Dates, pitted
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 50 grams Pistachios, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the semolina, flour, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution.

Step 2

Add the softened vegan butter into the bowl, using your fingers to blend it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse sand.

Step 3

Pour in the olive oil and mix thoroughly, allowing the semolina to absorb the oil fully.

Step 4

Dissolve the caster sugar in the warm water. Add the orange blossom water and rose water, then pour this mixture into the semolina mixture. Knead gently until a smooth, cohesive dough forms. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Step 5

In the meantime, prepare the filling: Place the pitted dates, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg in a food processor. Blend until you have a smooth, homogenous paste.

Step 6

Take a small portion of dough, about the size of a walnut, and roll it into a ball. Flatten it into a disc in your palm.

Step 7

Place a small spoonful of the date filling in the center of the disc. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pinching them together to seal it. Gently reshape it back into a ball and then press it into a maamoul mold or use your hands to create a pattern.

Step 8

Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling, placing the shaped maamoul onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 10

Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the maamoul are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking as they can dry out.

Step 11

Remove from oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Optional: Once cooled, dust the maamoul lightly with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy your vegan maamoul with a cup of tea or coffee!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1254.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4864.3

Total Fat 241.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3335.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 623.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.1g	0%
Total Sugars 253.8g
Protein 69.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 332.5mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 3335.8mg	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: 43.9%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 50.4%