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Granola Balls with Figs and Dates
An exceptionally healthy recipe! But the healthy aspect of this recipe doesn’t negate how delicious it is and how it benefits the whole family. We recommend sharing it with your kids as a healthier alternative to sugary snacks.
Chicken Musakhan Rolls
Palestinian cuisine is known for musakhan, a delicious dish especially when made the traditional way. One of the essentials of musakhan is local sumac, since its flavor is what gives the dish its signature taste with the chicken. This is a quick and easy recipe from the "What Are We Cooking Today" kitchen for making Musakhan Rolls.
Ka'ak
One of the tastiest and most sought-after kinds of ka'ak in today's Sho Tabkheen collection... Every lady has her own special touch when making this type of ka'ak, but today we bring you a very easy recipe that you will definitely try and love.
Soft Thursday Ka'ak
Soft Thursday Ka'ak is one of the most delicious kinds of ka'ak. It’s essential to let the dough rest long enough to get the best results. Shape the rounds as you like.
Maamoul Mad with Dates
Maamoul Mad with dates is one of our site's most popular recipes. Many cooks have shared their methods; this is a new, reliable and guaranteed version. Enjoy!
How to Make Ka'ak al-Abbas
A delicious, easy, tried-and-tested homemade recipe for Ka'ak al-Abbas. Can be left plain or filled with ground dates. Known by several names, including “Thursday Ka'ak”.
Authentic Palestinian Musakhan Chicken
Authentic Palestinian musakhan chicken with a detailed, traditional recipe just as Palestinian women make it. Olive oil gives the chicken an extra touch in both browning and flavor, and don’t forget to be generous with the sumac.
Anise Cookies
Anise cookies — a delicious, easy-to-make variety. Fragrant and light, they pair perfectly with any hot drink.
How to Make Thursday Kaak, or Marqad
Thursday kaak, marqad, or even Eid kaak — whatever the name in each country, this is an easy and very delicious recipe. The names may vary, but this is the easiest version. Try it!
Ma'arouk with Dates or Brioche
Ma'arouk, brioche, or whatever name you know it by, is one of our signature recipes! Great for mornings and evenings, with a cup of coffee or after lunch, and perfect for kids’ lunch boxes to take to school.
Thursday Maqad Ka'ak
Thursday Maqad Ka'ak, also known as Abbas ka'ak, is one of the tastiest kinds of ka'ak. It is usually prepared for special occasions, though there is certainly nothing wrong with enjoying a piece without any occasion :) Here is a distinctive way to make it.
Milk Ka'ak (Milk Cakes)
Milk ka'ak — a wonderful, easy and well-tested home recipe. We recommend making these milk cakes for guests or to pack in your children's school lunchboxes.
How to Make the Best Ka'ak
A tested, guaranteed homemade ka'ak recipe! This treat goes by many names—Ka'ak al-Khamis, al-Marqad, or Eid ka'ak—but what matters is that it’s the most delicious version.
Homemade Ka'ak with Sesame
A very delicious and easy recipe for ka'ak coated with sesame and nigella seeds. Try it at home and there will be no need to buy ready-made ka'ak anymore.
Chocolate Head
We have long refrained from using the name "Head of the Slave," believing that this term is outdated and carries, even if unintentionally, racist connotations that we and our site and followers want no part of. We therefore decided to rename this recipe: "Chocolate Head."
How to Make Turkish Simit
Turkish simit made with a delicious homemade recipe! All the details are here—just follow them for the best result. Serve with date molasses and tahini dip!
Successful Honeycomb Dough
Honeycomb bread with a light, tender dough... Enjoy it for breakfast, or fill it with dates or chocolate for a sweet treat! Especially since its shape is so appealing to kids, they won’t put up a fight when it’s time to eat!
Cheese Cookies
One of our favorite recipes always, anywhere and anytime! It is known as Kaak al-Esruni, but try it for breakfast with cheese and labneh, and it will stay in memory for a long time.

















