
Kleicha — country by country
Iraq's swirled date cookies, perfumed with cardamom — the scent of Iraqi Eid.
Every country brings its own touch. Here's how they differ.
🇮🇶 Iraq
⏱ 65 minRolled like tiny scrolls of date paste, kleicha crosses every Iraqi table — Muslim and Christian holidays alike.
✨ What makes it special
The pinwheel swirl: date paste with cardamom rolled inside a yeasted dough, glazed with egg yolk.