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Coconut Macaroons
Coconut macaroons made with an easy recipe. This dessert is inexpensive, quick to prepare, and makes a nutritious snack for children, not just a sweet treat.
How to Make Zucchini in Tomato Sauce
Zucchini in tomato sauce is an easy, tasty, vegetarian dish eaten with Arabic bread! It is even more delicious when served cold, and potatoes can be added optionally.
Authentic Lebanese Namoura
Lebanese namoura with a detailed homemade method! One of the most beloved sweets across the Arab world. Learn the authentic way and impress every namoura lover!
How to Make Donuts
Donuts are rich, fried sweets that kids love! Make them at home to make sure the oil is clean, and because they’re definitely more economical. Super easy!
Crispy Mashbak (Crunchy Fried Pastry)
A clear, tried-and-true homemade recipe for crispy mashbak — a rich, delicious Arabic sweet that many love. Very easy.
Qamar al-Din Mahallabia (also called Balawza)
Qamar al-Din mahallabia, also called balawza — a light, easy dessert. You can adjust the sugar to your taste.
Potato Purée Casserole (Soufflé) with Ground Beef
Oven-baked potato purée casserole — very easy and loved by everyone. Some like to top it with breadcrumbs or cheese, but this recipe is different. Discover it!
Semolina Dessert
Semolina halawa (semidiyeh) with clotted cream and nuts — a distinctive, delicious dessert. If you're short on time and want an easy sweet, this is it!
Aleppo Meshbak
Aleppo meshbak is a popular traditional sweet that rivals the finest Arab and Western desserts. Here is a clear, delicious homemade recipe.
Muhallabia (Milk Pudding) Recipe
Muhallabia is a traditional, light and easy dessert. Each cook adjusts the sweetness and toppings to taste.
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.
Easy Date Fingers
Date fingers (kleicha) — a classic Arabic sweet you can make at home. Try this tested recipe from Shou Tabkhin Today. Don’t forget sesame and nigella seeds for dipping!
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.
Maha Eye Cookies
Maha Eye Cookies are a beautiful Arabic sweet in both appearance and taste. Named for their eye-like shape, they’re popular and made from widely available ingredients.
How to Make Othmaliyeh or Basma Dessert
Basma or Othmaliyeh... two layers of Othmaliyeh vermicelli filled with fresh qashta (clotted cream). And of course, don't forget the pistachios, which add richness and flavor. A very special dessert, served with atr (sugar syrup).
How to Make Mishabak Dessert
Mishabak is for lovers of rich sweets dipped in syrup. This dessert was very popular, and it is known for its sweetness and crisp texture. Here is how to make it.
Easy Lazy Cake
A wonderfully easy and delicious Lazy Cake with minimal ingredients. Bake this simple treat for family or guests for a sweet, memorable result.
Coffee Ghraybeh
We all know the classic ghraybeh, but this coffee-flavored version is truly special! A recipe sure to win over anyone who loves coffee-flavored sweets.