Malban is a delightful sweet that captivates hearts before it tantalizes taste buds.

It is an integral part of our rich Arab heritage, with stories that date back hundreds of years. It was specially served during happy occasions, particularly the Prophet’s Birthday.

But what is the story behind it?
And where did its long journey begin?
Let’s explore in the following lines the beloved treat that has always been everyone’s first choice in every Mawlid:

What is Malban?

Malban is a delicious, gelatinous sweet made from simple ingredients such as sugar, water, and starch, along with various nuts like pistachios, walnuts, and hazelnuts. It is known for its soft texture and sweet taste that melts in your mouth. It comes in various flavors, including rose water, orange blossom, and pomegranate.

The Story and Origins:

Malban originated in the Middle East and is considered one of the oldest traditional sweets. It has been made in homes since ancient times. It is said to have first appeared in Ottoman Turkey, where it was known as “Lokum” and served to guests with coffee as a symbol of hospitality.

From there, this delightful sweet made its way to other Middle Eastern countries and became an essential part of Arab culture. Over the centuries, the recipe evolved and adapted to suit different tastes, resulting in a wide range of shapes and flavors.

After learning about Malban, let’s explore the varieties available at Exception:

Fig & Walnut – 4 pieces:

Celebrate Mawlid with the most delicious and famous Malban, rich with a perfect blend of succulent figs and premium walnuts, ensuring an unforgettable experience from Exception Egypt.

Plain Malban – 4 pieces

Exception Egypt’s Plain Malban has a soft texture that melts in your mouth, offering a unique flavor. No Mawlid celebration is complete without it!

Malban with Fava Beans – 4 pieces

Exception Egypt’s Malban with fava beans adds a delightful touch to your Mawlid sweets collection. It boasts a soft texture and a unique flavor that excites your senses from the very first bite.

Malban with Hazelnuts – 4 pieces

Indulge in the harmonious combination of crunchy hazelnuts and the soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture of Exception Egypt’s Hazelnut Malban.

Jelly Mix Malban – 4 pieces

Savor the fruity flavors in every bite of Exception Egypt’s colorful Jelly Mix Malban, which will bring a burst of flavor to your Mawlid celebration.

But that’s not all! Exception offers even more of the most delicious Mawlid sweets to make your celebration irresistibly sweet. Let’s discover more:

Plain Basima Slices – 2 pieces

Gather your loved ones for the Prophet’s Birthday and sweeten your celebration with Exception Egypt’s Plain Basima, whose soft texture melts in your mouth.

Bondeya – 2 pieces

No Mawlid celebration is complete without it! Savor the finest hazelnuts with Exception Egypt’s mouthwatering Bondeya.

Fava Bean Domiya – 4 pieces

With its eye-catching red color and soft, malban-like texture, Exception Egypt’s Fava Bean Domiya is the most delicious choice for the Prophet’s Birthday.

Homsia Slices – 4 pieces

Each bite of Exception Egypt’s Homsia brings the unique flavor of crunchy chickpeas, one of the most popular choices for Mawlid sweets.

Sesame Slices – 4 pieces:

Indulge in the finest sesame seeds with every bite of Exception Egypt’s Sesame Slices, making your Mawlid celebration even tastier.

Ladida Baked – 4 pieces

Sweeten your Mawlid celebration with Exception Egypt’s baked Ladida, offering a delightful mix of flavors with each bite.

The above flavors and varieties are just a glimpse of what’s available at Exception. Many more delicious Mawlid sweets in various weights and flavors await you to try.

Visit our website and explore Exception’s Mawlid Sweets more!