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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.
Chocolate Biscuit Dessert
Chocolate biscuit dessert with an extra layer of chocolate sauce on top for extra richness. You can add fruit or nuts inside as desired.
Arabic Safuf Cake (Light Semolina Cake)
Safuf is a light, popular Arabic sweet that’s easy to prepare. Brushing the top with syrup gives it the required shine and softness.
How to Make Kunafa with Ashta
An easy, tried-and-tested homemade recipe for kunafa with ashta. Inside the recipe, you’ll find a link to how to prepare the kunafa shreds, as well as the kunafa cake or pastry, for a complete recipe from A to Z.
Light Muffin Recipe
A delicious, light muffin recipe worth trying, especially since it is very easy. Your kids will love this muffin or cupcake recipe and will ask for it again and again.
Shish Tawook Sandwiches
Shish tawook with a complete recipe and its distinctive garlic sauce that works every time!! Check the recipe — you’ll definitely love it! Enjoy!
Palestinian Muhammar (Spicy Roasted Chicken and Potatoes)
Muhammar is a very popular Palestinian dish: chicken and potatoes in a distinctive spicy sauce. The tray is roasted in the oven until the chicken is well browned.
Turkish Chicken Kebab
An easy, delicious homemade Turkish chicken kebab. Served with several sauces — links to recipes are included. Enjoy!
How to Make Tandoori Chicken
Tandoori chicken became popular in Arab kitchens for its bold flavor and distinctive spices. Try this detailed recipe from spice mix to baking and the accompanying sauces.
Smoked Chicken Mandi
Smoked chicken mandi — a standout dish. Steaming the rice and chicken together gives the recipe a fantastic flavor. Don’t forget the daqoos (tomato sauce) to finish the plate.
Chocolate Sfoof
An inventive and delicious sfoof (semolina cake) flavored with cocoa — a kid-favorite twist. Try it for a change; you won't regret it.
Homemade Falafel Recipe
Homemade falafel... many prefer not to buy ready-made falafel as long as it's easy to make at home. The important thing is to have a grain grinder available. Falafel is very delicious with vegetables and tarator (tahini sauce).
Maamoul with Ashta
Maamoul is delicious any time of year, not just during Eid :) Or at least that is what we tell ourselves so we can eat it all the time. This recipe is different from the traditional maamoul made with Aleppo pistachios or dates and walnuts; this version is filled with delicious ashta!
Cinnamon and Chocolate Cinnabon Rolls
A successful, distinctive homemade Cinnabon roll recipe — an unusual filling of cinnamon, cocoa and nuts. Serve warm, topped with chocolate sauce or the white glaze. Delicious with coffee or tea.
Saffouf (Sfoof) with Carob Molasses
Saffouf with carob molasses—an updated take on a classic traditional sweet. You can replace some or all of the sugar with nutritious carob molasses for a delicious result.
Easy Namoura (Semolina Cake)
Easy namoura—a successful homemade recipe. Namoura is one of the most requested Arabic sweets and this particular method is very simple. Give it a try.
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.