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Ready to Enjoy Some Classic Turkish Bakery Treats?
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I'm still in Turkey this week with an awesome group of readers - please follow along with us on Instagram @unicornsinthekitchen! One of my favorite things to do when arriving in Istanbul is to head to the nearest bakery to enjoy classic Turkish baked goods. They tend not to be as sweet as what you'd find in North America, yet Turkey's bakery products are still among the world's best! Here's a sample of recipes from the blog to whet your appetite: I hope you enjoy these recipes! Be sure to tag @unicornsinthekitchen if you share photos of your creations on Instagram. Enjoy the spring weather and keep on cooking, |
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Join 24,000 other Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Persian food enthusiasts who subscribe to receive the latest recipes from Unicorns in the Kitchen! Subscribers receive 3x weekly notifications of the latest recipe posts, cooking tips and tricks, and culinary inspiration, focusing primarily on Turkish, Greek, Persian and Middle Eastern cuisines - plus occasional globally-inspired baked goods and comfort foods!
Make my recipe for Nan-e Berenji, Persian rice cookies, and experience a true Persian culinary delight. These classic cookies are infused with saffron and rosewater - classic Persian flavors - and have a unique crumbly texture. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, these cookies are a great way to sample Persian baking. As always, be sure to share your photos with me on Instagram if you make it! Nan-e Berenji: Persian Rice Cookies These cookies have a unique flavor profile and texture...
We've been on a roll this year with adding new date recipes to the blog this spring! Today I'm going to share one of my favorite date recipes with each of you: kleicha, also known as Iraqi date cookies. Kleicha is considered to be Iraq's national cookie and can be found throughout the Middle East. These date cookies, which look a little like rugelach but taste very different, are filled with spiced dates and wrapped in a buttery, tender dough - which makes them perfect for an afternoon tea or...
Baklava has always been one of the most visited recipes on the blog, for good reason: it's one of the most celebrated desserts in Turkish and Middle Eastern cuisine, celebrated for its rich flavors and unique texture. Served in small squares, you can enjoy as much or as little as you please! Whether you serve it as perfect accompaniment to an afternoon coffee or tea or the grand finale of a hearty meal, baklava pleases just about everyone. And, if you make it at home, you can control the...