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Maamoul (Layered) with Dates
Layered maamoul with dates — one of the finest Arabic sweets. Homemade versions are especially satisfying. Here is a tasty recipe we hope you’ll enjoy.
Easy Honeycomb Rolls
An ultra-easy honeycomb roll recipe—prepare the dough and fill as you like for a delicious treat or breakfast. Honeycomb rolls are one of our most requested recipes. Enjoy!
How to Make Donuts
Donuts — a clear, detailed, successful homemade recipe. It’s important that the dough rests in two stages. Fry in plenty of oil and decorate with chocolate, powdered sugar, etc.
Mughli (Caraway Pudding)
Mughli, also known as caraway pudding, is a beloved Levantine dessert traditionally served to celebrate a newborn. It’s fragrant, comforting, and worth the time it takes to make.
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.
Peanut Sweets
Peanut sweets — an inventive treat made from a simple dough filled with peanuts mixed with condensed milk, then coated in chocolate. A delicious and accessible dessert.
How to Make Semolina Halva
Semolina halva is a delicious, easy dessert. Try this recipe whose ingredients are available in every home, and serve it to guests, especially during Ramadan, to win their admiration.
Potato Kibbeh Souffle in the Oven
Potato soufflé, or potato bake, is an easy and practical recipe—especially if you’re making it the day before. Serve the potato soufflé with a green salad for a complete meal.
How to Make Vegan Mayonnaise
A special recipe for making mayonnaise in a healthier way and completely plant-based. If you're looking for vegan recipes or are allergic to eggs, this is the perfect mayonnaise recipe!
Homemade Ashta or Qaymar
An easy, tried-and-tested method for making homemade ashta. Ashta, or qaymar as it is called in some Arab countries, is used in many desserts, but it can also be enjoyed on its own with fruit and honey.
Lazy Cake
Lazy Cake lives up to its name! This so-called lazy cake doesn't take much effort or any special ingredients to prepare. All you need to do is mix cocoa with biscuits and a few other simple ingredients to get a delicious dessert the kids will keep asking for again and again... #Sahtein_WHena
How to Make Miftaqa Dessert with Turmeric
How to make miftaqa dessert with turmeric, also known as 'uqdat safra,' one of the famous sweets in the city of Beirut with a very distinctive flavor. It takes time and effort to prepare, but the result is worth all the trouble! :)
German-Style Walnut Rolls
A delicious German-style walnut spiral pastry! This dough also works for several other German sweets. We hope you’ll love this super tasty dessert—don’t miss it.
Chocolate Dome or Mini Dome Cake
Chocolate Dome, or Mini Dome Cake, is exactly what its name suggests: a dome-shaped dessert coated in chocolate! In this gorgeous recipe, the look really does say it all.
The Best Spinach Pies!
Spinach pies made with a truly delicious recipe... from the dough to the filling, we guarantee great flavor and success with this tasty method! You can also use the dough for a variety of pies.
Stuffed Vegetables with Minced Meat
Stuffed vegetables with minced meat — a familiar, flexible recipe (some even call it “vegetable paradise”)! Try it — it pleases everyone.
How to Make Maakroun (Zaynab's Fingers)
Maakroun dessert made at home the traditional way. Also called Zaynab’s Fingers, this is a rich, easy-to-make sweet that remains a favorite for many.
Almond Halawa (Almond Croissants)
Almond halawa or almond croissants are a wonderful recipe in both appearance and taste! Try this detailed start-to-finish recipe including how to make marzipan dough — a perfect special treat for your celebrations.

















