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9 Arab desserts everyone absolutely loves

posted on: Jul 24, 2016

BY MAYA MOUSSA

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Worth every single added kilo, Arab desserts are by far the most filling, mouth watering and enjoyable desserts to indulge in.

Baklava is great; but there is so much more out there that needs to be tried!

1. Kanafeh

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Palestinian pastry soaked in sweet syrup and stuffed with mild white cheese.

2. Qatayef

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Sweet dumpling filled with cream or nuts.

3. Umm Ali

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Egyptian version of bread pudding.

4. Riz bi Haleeb

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Rice pudding with a hint of blossom water.

5. Ma’amoul

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Shortbread pastries stuffed with walnuts, dates or pistachios.

6. Sfouf

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Best known as the Lebanese coffee cake.

7. Aysh el Saraya

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Lebanese bread pudding.

8. Luqaimat

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Emirati sweet dumplings drizzled with sweet syrup.

9. Ghazal el Banat

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The Arab version of cotton candy.