Churros are such a tasty treat, a fun mix of fried dough that’s crispy on the outside and super soft on the inside. They’re usually long and skinny—sometimes twisted into a fun loop—and totally irresistible! Rolled in sugar, they’re perfect for dipping in ooey-gooey chocolate …
A sweet orange curd that I prepared last week, I used Valencia oranges for this recipe . This orange curd is easy to prepare and perfect for filling tart, on the top of pavlovas, cookies and much more. I always like to prepare in advance …
A sweet and tangy lemon curd for today. This lemon curd is simple to make and perfect for filling tart, Swiss roll, cookies and much more. I always like to prepare in advance some jars and stored them into the refrigerator. I cooked this lemon curd for …
Mouskoutchou is a beloved cake in Algeria, considered a classic and traditional dessert. It’s a delightful blend of a sponge cake and a Génoise cake, combining lightness with richness. What makes Mouskoutchou special is its simplicity, making it a go-to for home bakers and beginners …
Yesterday was the first day of Eid celebrations for muslims around the world, marking the end of the month of Ramadan. During Eid, we prepare some sweets that we share with our families, friends and neighbors. We also buy new clothes for children and give them …
Almond paste stuffed dates are a very popular sweet treat in Algeria, usually served in small saucers or into a large copper tray. They are made with the famous Algerian dates called Deglet Nour, which grows in abundance in Algeria and especially in Biskra, located in north …
Mchewek is a traditional Algerian pastry made with almonds, sugar, and eggs. It has a soft, chewy inside and a crunchy outside, thanks to being rolled in slivered almonds before baking. The dough is lightly flavored with vanilla or lemon zest, shaped into small balls, …
Khobz el Bey, also called Khobz Tounès, is a moist and aromatic Algerian sweet pastry served during Ramadan to accompany tea or coffee. This simple cake is made with ground almonds, ground breadcrumbs, eggs and butter, and is baked in the oven then soaked with a …
L’ham Lahlou is a sweet dish from Algeria. Usually in Algerian cuisine we don’t cook sweet meat. However in this dish, the lamb is cooked in a syrup enriched by cinnamon and orange blossom water and complemented by fruits like dried prunes, dried apricots, apples …
M’hencha are a North African pastry made with a dough called Diouls sheets or Brick sheets, and filled with almond paste. These sheets (diouls/brick) are on sale every where in Algeria (and also in other North African countries), as they are used for savory recipes, and …