Mahlab, Ground
Mahlab can be a little tricky, as there are many other spellings for this spice: mahalab, mahleb, mahlebi, mahlepi or mahaleb. More commonly used in Eastern Mediterranean and Middle Eastern countries, ground mahlab is the powdered pit of the fruit of wild black cherry trees.

1/2 oz.	$2.60
1 oz.	$3.95
2 oz.	$6.55
4 oz.	$10.45
8 oz.	$17.00
1 lb.	$28.75
Small Glass Bottle (Nt 1.5oz)	$6.29
Regular Glass Bottle (Nt 2.5oz)	$8.45
Large Plastic Bottle (Nt 5.25oz)	$14.65

Mahlab has a floral, almost rose-like flavor combined with a subtle almond nuttiness. As is the case with many floral spices, there is a potential for bitterness. Use it sparingly, 1/2 to 1 teaspoon to 2 cups of flour in a recipe.Traditionally, mahlab is used to make Greek Easter bread and mamool, a Middle Eastern cookie. It is also good in other breads, biscuits, cakes and pastries. As with any new flavor, experimentation is where it’s at. Mahlab could become your new secret ingredient!