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Fried Qatayef with Ashta (Cream)
Fried qatayef with ashta — an easy, much-loved recipe, especially for Ramadan. The recipe includes both the batter and the ashta (cream). Enjoy!
Mini Athmaliyyeh
Mini athmaliyyeh made in cupcake molds — small, very tasty portions of this easy-to-prepare Middle Eastern dessert. Here’s a detailed, successful method to try.
Walnut Maamoul (Filled Shortbread)
Homemade walnut maamoul — an easy, detailed recipe for the best walnut‑filled maamoul. Use the same dough to fill with dates or pistachios if you prefer.
Mshabbak (Lace Sweet Pastry)
Mshabbak (also called the Arabic lace pastry) is a traditional syrup-dipped fried dessert. This recipe includes instructions for coloring the syrup, if desired.
Cinnamon Rolls (Cinnabon-Style)
Cinnamon rolls — a delicious dough roll filled with cinnamon, cocoa and sugar. Topped with sweetened condensed milk and melted chocolate; add walnuts if you like.
Raffaello Cake
A delicious Rafaello cake recipe. It may seem challenging to prepare, but the clear steps will guide you step by step to ensure success for you as well.
Molokhia with Tomatoes
Molokhia with tomatoes! Do you know this recipe? We usually make molokhia with chicken or meat, or even fry it with a little oil and eat it with a squeeze of lemon! But molokhia with tomatoes?! Yes, it is delicious too, and you won't believe it until you try it :)
Soft Orange Safouf
A special homemade safouf recipe that's a little different from the usual. Safouf is one of the easiest and tastiest Arabic desserts, and it's especially convenient because it contains no eggs, making it a great quick choice for home cooks.
Potato Stew
Stews come in many varieties and are among the healthiest dishes, offering a range of essential nutrients, especially for children.
Baladi Za'atar Blend
A traditional baladi za'atar blend made the authentic way and very easy to prepare at home. The key is to toast and dry the ingredients well before grinding them. Za'atar is one of the most important dishes on the Levantine breakfast table, and many families prepare it annually so the house never runs out. It is mixed with olive oil before eating.
How to Make Arabic Booza
Arabic booza, a detailed, special, and refreshing homemade recipe! You really should try making this ice cream at home—you’ll find the result tastier than store-bought and definitely more economical.
Madlouqa with Aleppo Pistachios
Madlouqa with Aleppo pistachios — a recipe that may look complicated but is actually very easy. Here’s a delicious tray for the best madlouqa. Enjoy!
Khubeiza with Fennel and Leeks
Khubeiza (mallow greens) is a healthy Lebanese dish with many benefits, popular with plant-based eaters. This recipe adds fennel and leeks; serve it with bread.
Maghli (Caraway Pudding)
Maghli, also called caraway pudding, is a traditional Levantine sweet often served at celebrations—especially after childbirth. It takes time to make, but the result is wonderful. Don’t skip the nut garnish.
Nescafe Layered Dessert
A chilled Nescafe dessert made with layers of biscuits and cream. One of the easiest desserts, especially since it does not require an oven or even a stove. Nescafe lovers will really enjoy this treat!
Sesame Cake
Sesame cake with a very easy recipe, and absolutely delicious... and it is certainly beneficial since the benefits of sesame are well known. A dry cake that is especially lovely with a cup of tea, of course.
Easy Petit Fours
Petit fours — milk-and-chocolate cookies in a tasty, easy homemade recipe. The ingredients are simple and usually found at home, so it’s inexpensive to make.
How to Make Barazek the Traditional Way
Delicious Barazek with a wonderful homemade, tried-and-true recipe. Find all the secrets to successful Levantine Barazek in this recipe. Enjoy!