Makroud (Semolina Date Cookies)
Golden semolina cookies filled with spiced date paste, fried and glazed with honey, offering a sweet, fragrant finish to any Tunisian meal.
- Prep
- 30 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Total
- 55 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Method
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Step 1 of 5
Mix the semolina, sugar, spices, and salt in a large bowl; stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
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Step 2 of 5
Combine the chopped dates, orange blossom water and orange zest, then press the paste into a log and roll it in the remaining semolina mixture, forming a firm dough.
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Step 3 of 5
Shape the dough into a log about 5 cm (2 in) in diameter, then cut into 2‑cm (¾ in) thick diagonal slices.
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Step 4 of 5
Heat the oil in a deep pan over medium heat; fry the pieces until golden brown, about 3‑4 minutes, turning once, then drain on paper towels.
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Step 5 of 5
Warm the honey gently and drizzle it over the hot cookies, allowing it to soak in before serving.
Notes from the kitchen
If semolina is unavailable, use fine cornmeal as a substitute, though texture will be slightly coarser. Store in an airtight tin for up to three days.
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