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Moist Cake

Moist Cake (Making Your Cake)

February 17, 2022July 13, 2021

A moist cake is something that most of us have tasted at some point in our lives, usually leaving us wanting more.

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Candied Orange Slices

Delicious Candied Orange Slices Made Easy

September 30, 2021February 23, 2022

When you want to add an extra touch to a dessert, try candied orange slices for an added bit of sophistication.

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salted caramel macarons

Salted Caramel Macarons (Lovely & Moist )

May 13, 2021June 5, 2021

If you want a dessert that will make an impression then salted caramel macarons are for you.

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chocolate orange cake

Chocolate Orange Cake (Rich & Moist)

May 6, 2021June 5, 2021

A cup of coffee along with a generous slice of an orange chocolate cake, and one’s worries tend to slip away.

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Lazy Cake

Chocolate Lazy Cake (No-Bake)

April 22, 2021May 25, 2021

This Lazy Cake is definitely worth the not so extra effort to make!

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Maamoul

A Delicious Guide to Lebanese Desserts 

March 31, 2021

These Lebanese desserts are shared in all the Arab countries of the Levant.

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strawberry coulis

Delicious and Easy Strawberry Coulis  

March 27, 2021May 20, 2021

When you are in the mood to jazz up your dessert, just add a strawberry coulis and your dessert will immediately go from the ordinary to the extraordinary. 

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Qatayef

Qatayef (Traditional Sweet Stuffed Pancakes)

March 26, 2021May 20, 2021

Qatayef is definitely one of the loveliest desserts from the Middle East. The recipe is a bit fiddly, but definitely worth making at home. 

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Halva

Halva/Halawa (Both Spell Dessert)

March 22, 2021May 25, 2021

No matter if you call it halva or hallawa you are talking about a delicious sesame dessert.

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milk jam

Milk Jam (Middle Eastern Style)

March 4, 2021May 20, 2021

If you are ever looking for a wonderful addition to a dessert, then milk jam is what you are after.

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booza ice cream

Booza Ice Cream (Lebanese Style)

February 25, 2021May 20, 2021

Booza is the predecessor to modern ice cream the way we are familiar with it today.

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basbousa

Easy Basbousa Recipe (Semolina Cake)

February 18, 2021June 8, 2021

Basbousa is dessert made from coarse semolina, and means small kiss in Arabic.

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sahlab

Sahlab (Middle Eastern Milk Pudding)

February 11, 2021May 20, 2021

Sahlab is the name of a lovely and comforting warm creamy winter drink in the Middle East.

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egg pudding

Egg Pudding with Caramel Sauce & Bananas

December 28, 2020May 20, 2021

An egg pudding that will remind you of a delicious creme caramel with its depth of richness and flavor.

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cinnamon cookies

Melt in Your Mouth Cinnamon Cookies 

November 30, 2020May 20, 2021

This beautiful shortbread dessert in the form of lovely cinnamon cookies will leave you asking for more.

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baklawa

Baklava (Baklawa) Delicious Phyllo Dessert 

November 26, 2020May 25, 2021

Baklawa (Baklava) is a wonderful dessert that when made well will just melt in your mouth.

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pumpkin custard pie

Much Loved Pumpkin Custard Pie

November 16, 2020May 25, 2021

Pumpkin custard pie is such the perfect Thanksgiving dessert to have any time of year!

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sponge candy

Crunchy Sponge Candy (Chocolate Covered)

November 8, 2020May 25, 2021

Sponge candy is a delicate, light toffee candy that will be a hit with your friends and family.

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homemade chocolate cake

My Foolproof Homemade Chocolate Cake

October 27, 2020May 20, 2021

There are very few things better in life than a good homemade chocolate cake.

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knafeh

Knafeh (Middle Eastern Pastry Dessert)

October 8, 2020May 25, 2021

Knafeh is an amazing thing to behold, and like no other dessert I know. Made far and wide right around the world, Knafeh is something you definitely want to try.

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orange juice cake

Easy Orange Juice Cake

September 24, 2020May 20, 2021

Orange juice cake is a very quick and simple way to make a very tasty cake.

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easy blueberry muffins

Quick and Easy Blueberry Muffins

September 3, 2020May 25, 2021

Blueberries are some of the best fruit ever, this recipe will show you how to make easy blueberry muffins.

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candied lemon slices

Candied Lemon Slices (Simple & Quick)

July 27, 2020December 30, 2021

One of the things that can make all the difference on a dessert is a garnish like candied lemon slices. 

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almond flour brownies

Almond Flour Brownies (Gluten Free)

July 13, 2020May 20, 2021

If you want a treat that is gluten free and still delicious, look no further than these almond flour brownies.

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almond flour peanut butter cookies

Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies

May 13, 2020May 20, 2021

For a very nice gluten free dessert, try this almond flour peanut butter cookies recipe.

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sourdough cinnamon rolls

Homemade Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

April 29, 2020May 20, 2021

I will never forget the smell of my mother making us sourdough cinnamon rolls when I was a kid.

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rose cupcakes

Delicate Rose Cupcakes

April 22, 2020May 20, 2021

Rose cupcakes are one of the illustrations of the skill set and artistry of the pastry chef. I’m going to teach you how to make these at home.

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Maamoul

Maamoul (Date Filled Semolina Cookies)

April 6, 2020August 12, 2021

Maamoul is a Middle Eastern date filled cookie that is popular around the holy month of Ramadan. Date or nut filling, you choose!

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vanilla macarons

Simply Delicious Vanilla Macarons Recipe

March 25, 2020May 20, 2021

Vanilla Macarons are delicious little desserts that melt in your mouth.

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to die for carrot cake

To Die For Carrot Cake

February 5, 2020May 20, 2021

When I am in the mood for an outstanding dessert, I always go for my to die for carrot cake. 

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pistachio cookies

Chocolate Chip Pistachio Cookies

June 21, 2019

This is one cookie dough you will want to keep in your freezer for whenever you want a fresh cookie!

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butter cookies

Butter Cookies

April 16, 2019May 20, 2021

Everyone loves butter cookies, and these are no exception. Easy to make, and even easier to eat!

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creamy rice pudding

Creamy Rice Pudding

April 8, 2019May 25, 2021

It seems most cultures around the world have some form of creamy rice pudding, and not only one type of rice pudding, but many. The thing I like about this particular recipe is the subtlety of flavors and a very creamy rice pudding. I cook it much like one would when making a risotto, with…

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milk pudding

Creamy Milk Pudding

March 25, 2019May 20, 2021

The thing about this milk pudding recipe that I like is that it is a dessert that is understated when well made. Not very sweet, with a hint of rose water as a flavor and a rich custardy texture, it is a better version of creme caramel in my opinion. When topped with crushed pistachios it’s…

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honey cake

Honey Cake with Pistachios

March 13, 2019May 20, 2021

I’m a huge fan of this honey cake recipe! The desserts in the Middle East are quite varied in nature. From the incredibly sweet to ones with the slightest hint of sweetness, and of course everything in between. The use of cheese, nuts, semolina, honey, shredded wheat, simple syrup is widespread. This allows for a…

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