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Tender Date Cake with Caramel Sauce
A moist date cake that stands out — topped with a delicious caramel sauce that perfectly complements the dates. An easy, special dessert to enjoy with guests.
Granola Balls with Figs and Dates
An exceptionally healthy recipe! But the healthy aspect of this recipe doesn’t negate how delicious it is and how it benefits the whole family. We recommend sharing it with your kids as a healthier alternative to sugary snacks.
Ma'karoun Sweets (Zainab's Fingers)
Clear homemade recipe for ma'karoun, also known as Zainab's Fingers. Loved by adults especially — a classic, delicious traditional sweet.
Ma'arouk with Dates or Brioche
Ma'arouk, brioche, or whatever name you know it by, is one of our signature recipes! Great for mornings and evenings, with a cup of coffee or after lunch, and perfect for kids’ lunch boxes to take to school.
Tahini Halva Mold with Photos
Tahini halva is one of those sweets that is found in almost every Arab home! We recommend making it at home because it is very easy and lets you choose the quality of the ingredients used.
How Do You Make the Easiest Cheese Dessert?
Cheese dessert is a beloved traditional recipe enjoyed year-round, and it has a special place on the Ramadan sweets table. Enjoy making this easy, tested homemade version.
Petit Four Cookies
Homemade sweets are cleaner, tastier, and more enjoyable to prepare than store-bought treats! How about trying these delightful petit four cookies?
Chocolate Head
We have long refrained from using the name "Head of the Slave," believing that this term is outdated and carries, even if unintentionally, racist connotations that we and our site and followers want no part of. We therefore decided to rename this recipe: "Chocolate Head."
Donuts
Donuts are one of those Western sweets that quickly won their way into our hearts. They’re loved by both kids and adults, but be careful not to have too many if you’re watching your figure.
Barazek
This is one of our favorite recipes, because barazek is one of the most delicious sweets of all time... Don't be afraid to make barazek at home, as we did, thinking it was extremely difficult; we promise you it will be easy and very tasty!
How to Make Waffles
Homemade waffles with a recipe that's no better and no easier! Waffles are one of the most loved sweets by children, so learning how to make them is a must to please them. You can serve waffles in many ways and with different flavors, which you can see in the recipe.
How to Make Turkish Simit
Turkish simit made with a delicious homemade recipe! All the details are here—just follow them for the best result. Serve with date molasses and tahini dip!
Successful Honeycomb Dough
Honeycomb bread with a light, tender dough... Enjoy it for breakfast, or fill it with dates or chocolate for a sweet treat! Especially since its shape is so appealing to kids, they won’t put up a fight when it’s time to eat!
How Do We Make Meshbak?
Meshbak is one of those delicious Arabic sweets that are easy to make at home... the key is getting the right consistency for a successful batter! Try this recipe and you won’t regret it.
How to Make Marzipan Dessert - Video
Marzipan, also known as marsaban or marzaban, is a recipe that goes by different names such as luzina or almond paste. It is a very tasty, elegant sweet that is perfect for special occasions.
Maamoul
Maamoul is one of the sweets that simply has to be on the table for Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. And even with so many hospitality options, maamoul still sits at the top of the list. This recipe includes a few useful secrets! :)
Chocolate Sauce with Walnuts
A homemade chocolate sauce made the easiest way. We added walnuts — and what would you choose? Almonds or hazelnuts, for example :) Click on the picture for the details! Very easy.
Shami Mishabbak (Levantine Meshabbak)
Shami Mishabbak — one of the most delicious and easy Levantine sweets. This traditional Arab dessert is much loved. Try our successful homemade recipe.