Mamoul (Eid biscuits)
Authentic Saudi Arabian Mamoul (Eid biscuits) — a delicious dessert dish with 6 ingredients. Follow our detailed step-by-step instructions for the perfect result.
15
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
350
Calories/serving
Expert
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 300 g Plain Flour
- 200 g Semolina
- 25 g Sunflower Oil
- 250 g Unsalted Butter
- 50 ml Milk
- 60 g Icing Sugar
Instructions
10 steps · ~58 minutes total
Step 1
Mix butter with sugar until creamy.
3 minutesStep 2
Add oil flour and semolina and mix.
3 minutesStep 3
Add warm milk and don't knead too much
3 minutesThe dough is ready when it springs back slightly when poked.Step 4
Cover and leave aside for an hour or less until you prepare the filling
5 minutesStep 5
For the dates filling, fry some sesame in a pan then add butter. Add the dates paste and mixed well with sesame and butter. Then add a little bit of water until it's mushy. Be careful don't make it too mushy.
8 minutesTest the oil temperature with a small piece of food — it should sizzle immediately.Step 6
Take it of the pan, put in a plate until it's cool. Then start to shape balls that weigh 15 gm. Refrigerate for 1/2 an hour.
2 minutesWarm your serving plates in the oven briefly for a restaurant-quality touch.Step 7
Get back to the dough and shape it as balls that weigh 30 gm.
3 minutesThe dough is ready when it springs back slightly when poked.Step 8
Take the date filling out of the fridge and start to stuff each dough ball with dates ball.
3 minutesThe dough is ready when it springs back slightly when poked.Step 9
Then use the mamoul mould to give it this shape.
3 minutesStep 10
In a preheated oven 180 degrees, put it for 20 minutes until golden from below and little bit golden from above.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 5 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 3 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.
What to Serve With
Complete your saudi meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Mamoul (Eid biscuits) is a beloved dish from Saudi cuisine, originating in Saudi Arabia. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Saudi cuisine offers a rich tapestry of flavors and cooking traditions that reflect the culture and history of the region. This dish is a wonderful example of its distinctive culinary heritage.
This recipe is rated expert difficulty and uses 6 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main ingredients in Mamoul are semolina, flour, butter, sugar, water, and nuts or dates for filling.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
