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Zeina Al-Zein

Zeina Al-Zein shares a practical home-cooking collection on Zesta, with recipes gathered for everyday tables and repeat cooking.

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Creamy Basbousa in a Cake Pan
Desserts
75 minExpert

Creamy Basbousa in a Cake Pan

A beautiful, innovative Basbousa with cream, this time presented in a cake pan with elegant styling. Try this Creamy Basbousa recipe and you can expect a successful and delicious result.

Jam Marbousheh
Desserts
30 minHard

Jam Marbousheh

One of the easiest desserts, made with ingredients found in every home. Jam marbousheh, or jam cake, is quick and easy to prepare, and the result will be wonderfully delicious.

Apple Cake
Desserts
85 minExpert

Apple Cake

Apple cake is one of the tastiest and lightest cake recipes. Serve apple cake with coffee or tea for an elegant and delicious treat.

Creamy Semolina Custard
Desserts
45 minEasy

Creamy Semolina Custard

Creamy semolina with custard is a delicious, elegant dessert to serve for celebrations or guests. Try this easy recipe with simple ingredients that don’t take much time.

Shaibiyat
Desserts
50 minMedium

Shaibiyat

A new recipe and a different way to serve shaibiyat with ashta. Shaibiyat is a classic, traditional sweet, but we can always add our own touches, especially in the final decorating stage.

Eggless Chocolate Cake
Desserts
105 minMedium

Eggless Chocolate Cake

There are various reasons some people avoid eggs, and whatever the reason, this recipe is perfect for anyone wanting to skip eggs while still enjoying a wonderful chocolate cake.

Cheesecake Without Cheese
Desserts
70 minMedium

Cheesecake Without Cheese

Cheesecake, as its name suggests, centers on cheese... but this recipe makes it easy and turns cheesecake into a home dessert par excellence, without cheese. How? Details in the recipe.

Oreo Cheesecake
Desserts
30 minEasy

Oreo Cheesecake

Oreos are a hit with kids and adults alike. This Oreo Cheesecake is quick to make, delicious, and sure to bring smiles to the kids when they see it.

Qatayef Without Semolina
Desserts
85 minMedium

Qatayef Without Semolina

A tried-and-tested, very delicious qatayef recipe without semolina. You can choose the filling you prefer: ashta, pistachios, or walnuts with sugar.

Basbousa with Biscuits
Desserts
30 minEasy

Basbousa with Biscuits

What's sweet today? Basbousa with biscuits! A creative new take on a classic Egyptian dessert. Try this basbousa from Shaw Tabkhin El Yom and tell us what you think in the comments.

Mafroukeh
Desserts
25 minEasy

Mafroukeh

Mafroukeh is a delicious dessert enjoyed in every time and place. Every lady in the Shou Tabkheen El Yom group has her own way of making this special sweet, so how about trying our recipe today?

Awamat (Arab Donuts)
Desserts
30 minEasy

Awamat (Arab Donuts)

Awamat are delicious fried dough pastries suitable for any time, but if you are on a strict diet, steer clear—they are typically fried in hot oil or served with syrup.

Chilled Semolina Dessert
Desserts
50 minEasy

Chilled Semolina Dessert

This chilled semolina dessert is an oven-free sweet that takes a bit of time to prepare in layers and freeze, but the result is wonderful in every way.

No-Bake Coconut Cake
Desserts
30 minEasy

No-Bake Coconut Cake

There are many desserts that can be made without using the oven, and this is one of the most popular: #كيكة_جوز_الهند_الباردة. There are different ways to serve this cake, but the presentation that accompanies this recipe is wonderfully elegant and beautiful, and we invite you to try it...

Chocolate Cake with Custard Cream
Desserts
115 minMedium

Chocolate Cake with Custard Cream

Chocolate cake with custard cream is a delicious and easy dessert. It does require some precision in preparation, but it’s doable in your own kitchen.

Rose Muhallabiya (Rose Pudding)
Desserts
45 minEasy

Rose Muhallabiya (Rose Pudding)

This dessert is simple, reliable, and will delight your family and guests. Give it a try.

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