Makroud Tmar

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1. 1Step 1: Mix the semolina with melted butter, 4 Tbsp orange blossom water and a pinch of salt. Add just enough water to make the dough hold together in a malleable ball - about 2/3 cup. Wrap in plastic wrap and let sit for two hours (less time is probable fine).
2. 2Step 2: Put the dates in a pan and add 1/2 - 3/4 cup water (depending on how moist the dates are), 2 Tbsp orange blossom water, cinnamon and cloves and simmer on low until the dates are soft and have evaporated the water. Transfer to a blender or food processor and blend.
3. 3Step 3: Divide the semolina pastry in half. On a large cutting board, roll out of one into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Spread date paste evenly all the way to the edge. Roll out the other half of the dough on a piece of parchment paper, making it as similar in size and shape as possible; place it on top of the date paste. Using a sharp knife, cut horizontally into 4-5 strips; take the knife and cut diagonally, creating diamonds (the corners will be misshapen!)
4. 4Step 4: Transfer diamonds to a greased baking sheet. Baking at 350 for 50 minutes, flipping once at the half way point. They should be golden on each side. Remove from oven and set aside.
5. 5Step 5: Heat the honey, lemon juice and 2 Tbsp orange blossom water in a sauce pan over very low heat. Once mixture has thinned enough to mix, whisk and turn off heat. Dip the cookies one at a time, turning to coat each side and transfer to a plate.