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Semolina and Coconut Harissa (Basbousa)
Semolina and coconut harissa, soaked with cold syrup—mmm, so delicious. These Arab desserts are very popular, easy to make, and perfect for entertaining :)
Coconut Basbousa
Coconut Basbousa — a homemade recipe that's simply wonderful. We recommend making this quick dessert when you know guests are coming — it's delicious and easy.
Semolina Pudding with Milk
Semolina with milk — an easy, delicious and refreshing dessert when served chilled. Garnish with grated coconut or as you like; some enjoy it with syrup as well.
Semolina Kibbeh Dessert with Cream or Cream Cheese Filling
Semolina kibbeh is a sweet unlike any other. We recommend making it to impress your family and guests. It can be filled with cream or cream cheese, as you like.
Semolina Dessert (Semolina Pudding)
A delicious and easy semolina dessert. Top with desiccated coconut and nuts as desired. Syrup is optional, according to taste.
Coconut Muhallabia
Coconut muhallabia — like all muhallabia varieties, it’s light, quick and easy. A tasty, healthy snack or dessert with relatively few calories.
Basbousa Cake with Ashta
Basbousa Cake with Ashta! Beautiful in both appearance and taste. This recipe may require a bit of precision and patience to prepare, but when we have the time to make a special dish that delights those around us, why not?
Basbousa with Pistachios and Ashta (Clotted Cream)
Basbousa with pistachios and ashta — a delicious, easy Arabic dessert. Perfect for Ramadan. Try it.
Basbousa with Cream
Basbousa with cream is a dessert loved by everyone. This recipe is incredibly easy and quick, and we recommend trying it.
Coconut Balls
Coconut balls are an easy, practical treat loved by kids and make a lovely offering for gatherings. Try this recipe and add colors or variations to make it your own.
Semolina Pudding (Haleeb bil‑Semid)
Semolina pudding — an easy and very tasty dessert. Add ghee to the biscuit topping for extra flavor. You can also add sweet cheese to make a ‘fake knafeh.’
Coconut and Peanut Dessert
For everyone who loves coconut and peanuts, here’s a sweet recipe that brings the two together. Try these coconut and peanut squares for a rich dessert that’s easy to prepare.
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.
Coconut Cookies
We suggest making this easy and delicious dessert: Coconut Cookies! They’re perfect any time, anywhere, and both your children and guests will love them.
Basbousa with Walnuts and Nuts
A wonderful, delicious, and very easy basbousa recipe with walnuts and nuts. Make it when guests arrive unexpectedly, since it doesn't take much time or effort.
Harissa Tray Bake
Harissa is one of the most delicious Arab sweets. Besides being tasty and perfect for serving guests, it is very easy to make, and the result is even better than the best sweet shops.
Coconut Biscuits
An easy coconut biscuit recipe for a sweet treat, made with simple ingredients you likely already have at home.
Coconut Cake with Cream Cheese
A delicious, rich cake where cream cheese flavors blend beautifully with coconut. Try this easy and wonderfully tasty recipe.

















