{"id":18649,"date":"2026-06-10T21:11:14","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T21:11:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hadiaslebanesecuisine.com\/blog\/?p=18649"},"modified":"2026-10-08T19:21:49","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T19:21:49","slug":"traditional-lebanese-meghli","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hadiaslebanesecuisine.com\/blog\/traditional-lebanese-meghli\/","title":{"rendered":"Traditional Lebanese Meghli (Spiced Rice Pudding)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Traditional Lebanese Meghli Recipe: The Ultimate Spiced Rice Pudding<\/h1>\n
Meghli is a classic Lebanese spiced rice pudding traditionally made to celebrate the birth of a newborn baby. Fragrant with warm notes of cinnamon and caraway, this authentic Middle Eastern dessert is naturally gluten-free and thickened with rice flour. It features a silky, smooth texture beautifully contrasted by the satisfying crunch of assorted nuts and shredded coconut.<\/div>\n
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While this comforting treat (sometimes spelled Meghleh<\/em>) is the ultimate celebratory newborn dessert, you don\u2019t have to wait for a baby\u2019s arrival to enjoy it. It also makes a beautiful finale for holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or any festive occasion.<\/div>\n
For an effortless hosting strategy, you can prepare this make-ahead recipe the night before. The aromatic flavors develop overnight as the pudding chills beautifully in the refrigerator.<\/div>\n
Watch our detailed video tutorial below to see exactly how to make authentic <\/span>Lebanese Meghli<\/span> at home.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Why You Will Love This Lebanese Spiced Pudding<\/h2>\n