Nothing is more delicious than a good fluffy Brioche for our afternoon coffee. They taste so good when they come out of the oven and the house is filled with their aroma. And yesterday I prepared a Brioche called a Brioche Nanterre. Brioche Nanterre is a traditional French brioche named after the Nanterre region in…
Tag: Sweet
Algerian Kaak or Hniwnat
What is Kaak, Kaak is a round crown like a sweet bread or brioche. Eaten in North Africa and Middle Eastern regions. They are flavored with orange zest, lemon zest, fennel seeds, or anise seeds, sometimes filled with dates. Recipes change and vary from family to family. Today, I present to you the recipe that my…
Baghrir
Baghrir is a delicious fluffy and spongy “crêpes” full of thousands holes on the surface and eaten for the breakfast or for tea time. Made with a few ingredients: fine durum wheat semolina, yeast and water. Cooked only on one side or on a nonstick pan or tawa. Served with a fragrant mint tea or…
Lemon Curd, Crème au Citron
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 the first time when I was living in Paris (I…
Mouskoutchou Cake
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 in Algeria. The easy preparation and common ingredients add to…
Saffron Cream Topped with Salted Caramel Sauce
Do you ever happen to overbuy milk sometimes, and are left with too much with the expiration date fast approaching? This was my mistake this week, and so to use the milk, I decided to make this easy, simple and no bake ‘custard cream’. It’s flavored with saffron, and topped with salted caramel sauce! A…
Happy New Year and Shakoy (Twisted Fried Donuts)
Happy New Year to all my fellow bloggers all around the world. I wish you, your families and your friends a wonderful 2017! After a long break on the blog, I’m back! I’ve been traveling; visiting exhibitions and museums, and mostly enjoying different kinds of delicious foods. I can’t start the year without saying hello…
Macarons of Nancy
Everyone knows macarons, the little round cookies.They come in pastel colors filled with a ganache or jam in the middle and on sale everywhere. There is another version of macarons, more rustic, golden brown color. This version is made with almond powder, egg white, and icing sugar. These macarons are from Nancy, the capital of…
Orange Blossom Crème Brûlée
There’s nothing better than a fresh, cold dessert when it’s hot and humid outside. Summer has arrived and temperatures are already very high. Crème brûlée is a classic French dessert made with few ingredients; milk, egg yolks and sugar. I flavored mine with orange blossom water. The dessert is creamy, flavorful and crunchy on the…
Pine Nut Tarte
I’m not sure about you, but it’s getting very hot where I live. The summer has nearly arrived here in Dubai, which almost means no more gardening, picnics, or any outdoor activities. This is why we are really enjoying our last few days outside, spending time in our garden with the smell of Frangipani tree, Jasmine flowers and a flavorful…
Petite Panière 