The date paste can be found in most Middle Eastern supermarkets and is usually packaged in 1kg blocks. Ingredients (makes 40) 600g plain ‘OO’ flour.

Once the crust comes out of the oven, let cool for 5 minutes. Scrape the date mixture over the crust and gently spread it evenly over the bottom.

Date Filling (shallow round mold): Combine 1 cup date paste, 1 tablespoon orange blossom water and 1 tablespoon clarified butter and mix until fully combined. Advertisement.

Meanwhile, make the filling . Stir together date paste, oil, and 1/2 tablespoon water in a small bowl until liquid is absorbed. (It will be slightly sticky but able to be shaped into a ball.) ...