Few Arabic desserts are as satisfying as balah al sham (بلح الشام) — light, ridged fingers of golden fried dough, shatteringly crisp on the outside and drenched in fragrant sugar syrup. At Al Gouna Sweets, we fry it fresh daily right here in Ras Al Khaimah, so every bite has that perfect crunch.
What is balah al sham?
Balah al sham is a much-loved Levantine sweet made from a choux-style dough that’s piped into ridged fingers, deep-fried until deep gold, then soaked in a light rose or sugar syrup. The ridges are the secret — they hold the syrup and give that signature crisp-then-tender bite. The name means “dates of the Levant,” a nod to its shape.
It’s a favourite at Ramadan tables, family gatherings, and alongside a cup of Arabic coffee (قهوة عربية).
Our balah al sham — including the cheese box
At Al Gouna Sweets we make the classic version, and our customers’ favourite: the Balah Al Sham Cheese Box, where the crisp fried shell meets a soft, gently salty cheese filling. The mix of sweet syrup and melting cheese is what keeps people coming back.
Order it fresh by the box for the family, or in a larger tray for gatherings.
Why fresh matters with balah al sham
This is a dessert that lives and dies by freshness. Fried too early, it turns soggy; made to order, it stays crisp. That’s why we don’t leave it sitting on a shelf — we fry it fresh so it reaches you at its best, crunchy and glistening with syrup.
With over 15 years making Arabic sweets in RAK, we know exactly how to get that texture right.
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بلح الشام طازج في رأس الخيمة — عجينة ذهبية مقرمشة مغموسة بالقطر، نقليها طازجة يومياً في حلويات الجونة. جرّب أيضاً علبة بلح الشام بالجبن، حيث يلتقي القرمشة مع حشوة الجبن الطرية. اطلب الآن عبر الواتساب ونوصلها إليك في جميع أنحاء رأس الخيمة — توصيل مجاني للطلبات فوق ١٠٠ درهم.
Frequently asked questions
What is balah al sham made of?
A choux-style dough piped into ridged fingers, deep-fried until golden, and soaked in sugar syrup. Al Gouna Sweets also makes a cheese-filled version.
Where can I buy fresh balah al sham in Ras Al Khaimah?
At Al Gouna Sweets, Shop 45, Block F, Al Kharan Complex — fried fresh daily, with delivery across RAK.
Order your balah al sham today
Crispy, syrupy, and made fresh — with a cheese-filled option you won’t find everywhere.
👉 Message us on WhatsApp to order, or visit us at Shop 45, Block F, Al Kharan Complex, Ras Al Khaimah. Free delivery over AED 100.
You might also like our fresh luqaimat in Ras Al Khaimah and our full Arabic sweets collection.
