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Lebanese Date-Filled Ka'ak (Kaak)
11 steps
Prep:15minCook:20min
The holidays wouldn't be the same without these Lebanese Date-Filled Ka'ak (Kaak). Packed with flavors and sweet family memories, these special cookies are not to be missed!
Updated at: Fri, 13 Dec 2024 21:52:47 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
64
Moderate
Glycemic Load
29
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories272.5 kcal (14%)
Total Fat9 g (13%)
Carbs45.3 g (17%)
Sugars25.4 g (28%)
Protein4.1 g (8%)
Sodium112 mg (6%)
Fiber3.8 g (13%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
22 servings
Instructions
Traditional Ka'ak
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the flour, toasted sesame seeds, yeast, baking powder, turmeric, ginger powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Step 2
Warm the milk and sugar using the microwave (about 1:30 minutes) or on the stovetop until very warm (not boiling).
Step 3
Add the yeast to the milk, don't stir, wait for 5 minutes.
Step 4
Slowly add in all the milk and knead. Add the olive oil a little at a time and continue kneading until you have a soft smooth clammy dough.
Step 5
Cover with saran wrap (plastic wrap) and a kitchen towel and set aside for ½-1 hour (or begin using right away).
Step 6
Make even-sized pieces of dough, depending on how thin or thick you want them (I usually make 2-3 inch balls), then place them in an oiled ka'ak mold.
Step 7
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 17-19 minutes, or until golden. Broil for 2 minutes if needed for a golden touch.
Date-Filled Ka'ak
Step 8
Oil your hands and form a 1-inch ball of date paste.
Step 9
Make a gentle indent in the center of the kaak dough, then place the date paste ball inside.
Step 10
Close it up and place the ball in the ka'ak mold.
Step 11
Bake according to what is previously instructed for the traditional ka'ak.
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