Mamool

Mamool is a type of date-filled cookie or pastry popular in the Middle East and parts of North Africa. These small, often dome-shaped treats are traditionally made with semolina flour, butter, and sometimes other ingredients like flour, sugar, and flavorings such as rose water or orange blossom water.

Mamool are often filled with dates (the most common filling), pistachios, walnuts, or a combination thereof. The filling is typically flavored with spices like cinnamon, cloves, or mahlab (a ground cherry seed).

These cookies are particularly associated with religious holidays such as Eid and Easter, where they are often prepared in large quantities and shared with family and friends. Decorative molds are frequently used to create intricate patterns on the surface of the mamool, adding to their festive appearance. Variations exist in the recipe and shape of mamool across different regions and communities, reflecting local culinary traditions.