Dubai Chocolate Recipe
A luxurious dessert combining chocolate, pistachios, and kunafa, inspired by Dubai’s iconic flavors.
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Servings: 8
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: 15
Equipment
- Medium baking dish (lined with parchment)
- Double boiler or heat-safe bowl
- Pastry brush
- Sharp knife
- Food processor (optional)
Ingredients
- 200 g premium dark or milk chocolate 70% cacao recommended for deeper flavor
- 250 g kunafa dough kataifi pastry – available at Middle Eastern or specialty grocery stores
- 1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons rose water or orange blossom water for variation
- ½ cup melted unsalted butter
- Pinch of sea salt
- Optional: Edible gold dust cardamom powder, or crushed dried rose petals for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Kunafa Layer
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease your baking dish.
- Place the kunafa dough in a bowl, gently pull it apart with your fingers, and mix it with the melted butter.
- Press a thin, even layer into the bottom of the dish.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Let cool completely.
- Melt the Chocolate
- Use a double boiler to gently melt the chocolate.
- Stir in the rose water and a pinch of sea salt once melted for depth of flavor.
- Assemble the Layers
- Pour the melted chocolate over the cooled kunafa base, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle generously with chopped pistachios.
- Optional: Add a dusting of edible gold or dried rose petals for that luxury finish.
- Chill and Slice
- Place in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set.
- Once firm, slice into bars or squares.
Notes
Add edible gold for a luxurious touch.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal
