Date Maamoul
The joy of Eid and celebrations: a semolina cookie kneaded with ghee and filled with natural date paste and anise. The date fibre and the fat of the ghee give it a more moderate glycemic index (62) than syrup-soaked sweets.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
One of the better choices among oriental sweets, because its sweetness comes mainly from natural dates; one piece with coffee is plenty to delight the senses.
Best preparation methods
Choose maamoul made with wholegrain flour and filled with natural dates, without extra white sugar added to the date paste.
Important Nutritional Note
For people with diabetes or insulin resistance, it is always recommended to consider the total glycemic load (GL) of the meal rather than relying on the glycemic index alone.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (40 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 325 kcal | 130 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 1.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 48 g | 19.2 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 44 g | 17.6 g |
| Fat | 13 g | 5.2 g |
| Dietary fibre | 4 g | 1.6 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Sweets & desserts with a glycemic index (11), it ranks 5 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is Date Maamoul good for weight loss?
It can be included in moderation: it contains 4 g of fibre per 100 g, which supports fullness, and a 40 g portion gives 130 kcal.
How does Date Maamoul affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 62 (Medium), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 40 g portion has a glycemic load of 10.9 (Medium), so it is best combined with protein or fibre-rich vegetables.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Date Maamoul?
A typical 40 g portion of Date Maamoul provides about 130 kcal, 1.8 g protein, 19.2 g carbohydrate, 5.2 g fat and 1.6 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.