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How to Make Authentic Mouhallabieh-Style Maghli Dessert?
Maghli is a popular traditional Arabic dessert, especially served when a new baby is born... There are many different ways to prepare maghli, and this is one authentic version.
Chicken Musakhan
Chicken Musakhan is a very popular Palestinian dish beloved across the Arab world. There are many ways to prepare this dish; this version is one of the easiest.
Smoked Paprika Chicken Mandi
Chicken mandi is one of the most popular dishes in the Arab world. This recipe, inspired by Indian and Pakistani cuisine, is rich in bold spice flavor, and you can adjust the heat level to your taste.
Qatayef Batter Recipe
A successful qatayef batter recipe with precise homemade measurements. Qatayef is one of the most delicious Arabic desserts, especially popular during the holy month of Ramadan. Try this method.
Ma'karoun (Zeinab's Fingers)
Asabe' Zainab (Ma'karoun) — simple, easy, and very tasty pastries. A classic Arabic sweet made from pantry staples.
How to Make Sfoof
Sfoof is one of the most famous and delicious Arabic desserts. Here is a new recipe for luxurious sfoof, with chefs competing to share their version of the best result.
How to Make Shuaibiyat
One of the most delicious Arabic desserts, often served especially during Ramadan... it is shuaibiyat! So why not learn how to make it and enjoy it all year long whenever the craving strikes? Here is an easy, tried-and-true shuaibiyat recipe. Enjoy!
Easy Safouf Recipe
Safouf is one of the tastiest and easiest Arabic desserts to prepare. Nothing is better than enjoying a piece of safouf with our morning coffee—here is this easy, reliable method.
Spinach Cake
A special recipe that isn't very well known in the Arab world: spinach cake with vanilla cream! This recipe comes from German cuisine and is definitely worth trying, especially since the photos are so tempting.
Aish el Saraya
Aish el Saraya is one of the most delicious and easiest Arab desserts. It is also very economical, especially if you make it with leftover toast that is no longer fresh enough for breakfast.
Basbousa Dessert
Basbousa dessert is one of the easiest Arabic sweets! Just mix the ingredients well, spread the batter in a baking tray, and wait for the wonderful result. Pour cold syrup over it while it is still hot.
Mdalouka Dessert
Mdalouka is one of those rich, elegant Arabic desserts that really impresses guests and family alike! Here is the recipe in detail, and we hope you give it a try.
Maamoul (Layered) with Dates
Layered maamoul with dates — one of the finest Arabic sweets. Homemade versions are especially satisfying. Here is a tasty recipe we hope you’ll enjoy.
How to Make Homemade Qashta (Ashta) and Qareesha
A tried-and-true home method for making ashta (qashta) or kaimr (qareesha). Prepare ashta to serve with a variety of homemade Arabic desserts from start to finish.
Homemade Ashta or Qaymar
An easy, tried-and-tested method for making homemade ashta. Ashta, or qaymar as it is called in some Arab countries, is used in many desserts, but it can also be enjoyed on its own with fruit and honey.
Kunafa Fingers with Ashta
Kunafa Fingers with Ashta is a wonderful Arabic dessert recipe, or Eastern sweets recipe, that is easy to make at home, delicious, and the result is very satisfying!
Fried Awama (Luqaimat / Lokma)
Awama — a simple, traditional Arabic sweet. The dough balls are fried in two stages for the perfect crispness, then transferred straight from the oil into syrup. Enjoy!
Tahini Halva Cheesecake
Tahini Halva Cheesecake — a hybrid dessert that merges the classic Western cheesecake with Arabic halawa (tahini halva). An inventive recipe halawa lovers will enjoy.

















