Mahleb (mahlep) - also known as mahaleb is an aromatic spice which grows as a wild plant. Its the seeds of a species of cherry which seeds kernels are about 5mm of diametr. Scientific - prunus mahaleb L. used for thousands of years in bakery in Middle East and in Europe. Popular bakery products in which mahleb is used are Turkish çörek and Greek tsoureki. Also because of its positive effects on health used as a folk medicine. Not only enchains the taste of baked goods with its flavor, but also rich for protein.