A couple of weeks ago, I received a gem in the mail – the highly anticipated and bestselling Wholegrain Sourdough at Home cookbook by my dear friend and sourdough master, Elaine Boddy. It did not take me long to immerse myself in her writing and the stunning photography that accompanied it. I knew that I…
Category: BAKED GOODS
Chocoflan
Chocoflan. This sweet is as fun to eat as it to make. Being of Latin origin, it was often on my dessert table during the holidays, particularly New Year’s Eve. I remember the expressions of joy on my relatives’ faces as they spotted it amongst the plethora of sweets being served. When it comes to…
Migliaccio – Ricotta and Semolina Cheesecake
Migliaccio is a rustic ricotta and semolina cheesecake that hails from the Italian city of Naples. Made with aromatic notes of vanilla and orange, it is the perfect treat for the chilly months that lie ahead. The use of ricotta makes for a light and fluffy texture distinct from the original cheesecake. And semolina provides…
Pão de Queijo – Brazilian Cheese Bread
If you have been to Brazilian churrascarias, you may be familiar with pão de queijo or Brazilian cheese bread. The warm and chewy buns are usually served as a snack, appetizer or side dish. And there are many variations of it around the world. Some of the earliest recipes go all the way back to…
Basbousa Bil Joz – Semolina Pastry Stuffed with Walnuts
In Lebanon, there is a rich semolina pastry known as ma’moul mad (a fragrant semolina cookie bar filled with nuts, date paste, or clotted cream.) In other parts of the Levant, a similar concept is called basbousa bil joz (semolina cake stuffed with walnuts.) In Gaza, for example, kunafa ghazawiya or kunafa arabiya is the…
Banana and Dulce de Leche Cake
This dulce de leche and banana cake is an upgraded version of the traditional flavors of banana bread. Dulce de leche, which translates to “milk candy,” is the Latin version of caramel, only milder, creamier, and nuttier. It is bound to make anything paired with it utterly irresistible. So, you can probably imagine a proper…
Spiced Pumpkin and Almond Cake
If you’ve been watching this space for some time, you may remember this pumpkin, almond, and olive oil cake that I developed a couple of years ago. It was one of my first blog posts and now is one of the most popular recipes on my site. I revisit it several times every fall. To…
Brownie Cheesecake
After a few months of being away, I bring to you a brownie cheesecake intensified with espresso and finished with a rich dark chocolate ganache and toasted hazelnuts. This recipe is a continuation of my flourless olive oil and dark chocolate torte recipe from the archives. The addition of a smooth cheesecake layer is…
M’tabbak – Sweet Cheese Pastries
If you have been to Jerusalem’s old city, you may be familiar with m’tabbak, puffed pastries stuffed with sweet cheese and drenched in syrup. The traditional dough used for this recipe is often thinly rolled, filled with an unsalted goat’s cheese, folded into an envelope, brushed with butter, and baked in a hot oven. My…
Lemon, Turmeric, and Semolina Loaf Cake
The inspiration for this lemon, turmeric, and semolina cake comes from the traditional Lebanese ‘sfouf’ cake. The treat, which is traditionally made for holidays or special events in Lebanon, consists of a dense and eggless cake made with semolina flour, turmeric, aniseeds, and pine nuts. Intrigued by the combination of turmeric and semolina, I decided…
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