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Shaibiyat (Filled Baklava Pastries)
Shaibiyat: a beloved, classic Middle Eastern pastry. This home recipe uses ready phyllo (baklava) sheets and an easy homemade cream filling—simple and much better than store-bought.
Balah al-Sham (Deep-Fried Syrup Pastries)
Balah al-Sham — a classic Levantine sweet. Very tasty and easy to make. The dough is fried in cold oil (a key tip for success). Read the steps carefully and prepare delicious balah al-sham.
Eish El-Saraya (Arabic Bread Pudding)
Eish El-Saraya made at home — an easy, reliable recipe. Prepare this popular dessert and enjoy it with family and guests.
Ma'amoul with Flour
Ma'amoul made with regular flour, filled with dates or walnuts. You can also make plain flour ma'amoul discs. Dust walnut ma'amoul with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
Rice Halva (Sweet Rice) with Qreishah
A creative take on rice halva: the classic sweet rice pudding topped with qreishah (strained curd). A special, delicious dessert to try.
How to Make Chicken Soup with Sweet Potatoes
This chicken soup with vegetables is a delicious, practical favorite. Chicken soup is always welcome, especially in winter when colds are common.
Fried Awamat (Arab Doughnuts)
Fried awamat are incredibly delicious sweets. Try this easy recipe from Norma's Kitchen, and you’ll love them and want to make them again.
German-Style Chocolate Croissants
Chocolate croissants made with a dough used for several delicious German sweets. Let's learn the recipe and serve it for breakfast or as a dessert. You can also replace the chocolate with other fillings!
How to Make Mghammar, or Eggplant Moussaka
Mghammar is one of the tastiest eggplant recipes! As you read through the recipe, you will immediately want to make this distinctive vegetarian dish. It is especially delicious with onions and sweet peppers!
Brioche with Jam
A wonderful recipe for making brioche with jam. Brioche is a sweet pastry that can be enjoyed at any time, whether for an unconventional breakfast or as a delicious dessert.
How to Make Turkish Delight
Make Turkish delight at home with this super easy recipe! This budget-friendly sweet is often served between two biscuits. Here’s how to make it.
Cream Basbousa
This basbousa with cream has a taste and texture similar to cream kanafeh. Enjoy it warm for breakfast or as a sweet treat! An easy recipe we hope you’ll love.
How to Make Foamy Yogurt
Foamy yogurt is a healthy, refreshing drink that takes little time or ingredients to prepare. It pairs well with meat-filled flatbread or any meat for a complete meal.
Cinnamon Rolls
A wonderful homemade cinnamon roll recipe, detailed from A to Z... Nothing beats pastries scented with cinnamon :) What do you think?
Homemade Beef Shawarma
Delicious homemade beef shawarma — an authentic, carefully made recipe. Homemade shawarma is lighter since it doesn’t contain much fat. This recipe includes tips to make it extra tasty — don’t forget the parsley salad and tahini (tartar) sauce.
Awama (Syrup‑Soaked Fritters)
Awama — a crunchy sweet that lovers of syrup‑soaked desserts adore. Simple yet one of the most beloved Arabic sweets. Here’s the detailed method.
Cinnamon Rolls
Cinnamon rolls — a much-requested recipe. They don’t need long in the oven, but the secret is letting the dough rest twice. Top with powdered-sugar icing or chocolate sauce.
Italian Garlic and Mushroom Pizza
Pizza is one of the best pastries around, and chefs love getting creative with dough and toppings. Here is a wonderful homemade Italian garlic and mushroom pizza recipe you can try at home.

















