Dubai Chocolate Bar
This Middle Eastern-inspired treat beautifully marries the crunch of golden kataifi pastry with velvety pistachio cream and a rich chocolate coating, creating a luxurious fusion of textures and flavors.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Saucepan
- Spatula
- Chocolate Molds or a rectangular pan
Ingredients
- 1 cup kataifi pastry shredded and lightly crushed
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1/4 cup honey or date syrup
- 1 cup pistachio butter or finely ground pistachios mixed with a little cream
- 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/2 tsp rose water optional, for a floral note
- 2 cups dark chocolate melted
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios for garnish
- 1 tsp gold leaf optional, for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the kataifi pastry with melted butter and honey, then spread it evenly on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy. Let it cool completely.
- In a bowl, mix the pistachio butter with cardamom and rose water until smooth.
- Press a layer of the cooled kataifi pastry into a chocolate mold or a lined rectangular pan.
- Spread a thick layer of pistachio cream over the kataifi base and freeze for 15 minutes to set.
- Dip or coat the bars in melted dark chocolate, ensuring they are fully covered.
- Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and optionally decorate with gold leaf.
- Refrigerate until firm, then enjoy!
Notes
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Customization: Use white or milk chocolate for a different flavor profile.
- Serving Tip: Enjoy with Arabic coffee or mint tea for an authentic experience.