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Easy Eish El Saraya
Eish El Saraya made at home the easy way with toast, caramel, cream and a sprinkle of pistachios on top — exactly what you need after a long day at work!
How to Make Tray-Baked Kibbeh
Tray-baked kibbeh is a classic, hearty recipe from the Arab kitchen. Serve it with soup, yogurt, or a salad — it’s excellent in every situation.
Easiest Rice Pudding
Rice pudding is an easy, light, and nutritious dessert we often serve to children from around one year old. Quick to prepare — here’s how to make the best rice pudding.
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.
Coconut Basbousa
Coconut Basbousa — a homemade recipe that's simply wonderful. We recommend making this quick dessert when you know guests are coming — it's delicious and easy.
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.
Pistachio Mafroukeh
Pistachio mafroukeh is a rich, much-loved Arabic dessert for Ramadan. It’s easy to make at home, decorated with nuts and served with syrup.
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.
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.
Mshabbak (Lace Sweet Pastry)
Mshabbak (also called the Arabic lace pastry) is a traditional syrup-dipped fried dessert. This recipe includes instructions for coloring the syrup, if desired.
Savory Salted Biscuits
A tried-and-true homemade savory biscuit recipe. Add your favorite flavors—cheese, za'atar, or cumin—to customize the taste.
Rice Pudding
Rice pudding... a delicious, wholesome dessert that's nourishing for kids too. Simple ingredients and a straightforward method. Here is this tasty homemade recipe... Bon appetit!
How to Prepare Qatayef Batter (Dough)
Qatayef remains one of the most loved desserts. Here is another take on preparing Qatayef batter with useful notes. Give it a try and share your feedback. Bon appétit!
How to Make Fried Kibbeh
Fried kibbeh disks are among the most delicious dishes that adorn the Arabic table. Learn this simplified recipe and enjoy kibbeh discs with yogurt or soup.
Nablus Kanafeh Recipe
Nablus kanafeh is one of the most delicious kanafeh desserts. This tested and reliable home version of Nabulsian kanafeh will become your family's new favorite.
Layali Qamar al-Din
Layali Qamar al-Din, also known as baloza, is a popular dessert especially during the holy month of Ramadan, since it is a special recipe that works well after iftar or as a suhoor meal.

















