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Dubai Chocolate Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern Fusion

Description

 Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Dubai Chocolate. This decadent treat features a crunchy kataifi and pistachio filling, encased in a smooth chocolate shell. Perfect for gifting or enjoying a special treat at home.

Ingredients

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  • 5 ounces kataifi pastry (shredded phyllo), chopped and separated
  • 2 ounces unsalted butter
  • 12 ounces pistachio paste
  • 3/4 ounce tahini (approximately 0.8 oz)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 pound dark or milk chocolate, melted

Instructions

  1. Toast Kataifi: In a large, high-sided skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the kataifi pastry, breaking it up as you go. Toast it thoroughly, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes until evenly golden and crunchy.
  2. Prepare Pistachio Filling: In a large bowl, mix together the pistachio paste, tahini, and a pinch of salt until well combined. Add the toasted kataifi to this mixture and stir until everything is evenly blended. Set aside.
  3. Melt Chocolate: Have 2 large chocolate bar molds ready on a tray. Melt half the chocolate (dark or milk) until smooth.
  4. Create Chocolate Shell: If desired, drizzle some melted colored chocolate on the bottom of the molds. Spoon half of the melted chocolate into each mold, tilting to coat the sides and bottom thoroughly. Pour out any excess so you’re left with a thin, even chocolate shell. Place the molds in the fridge until the chocolate shell is set, about 10 minutes.
  5. Fill Chocolate Shells: Once the shells have set, melt the remaining chocolate. Fill each chocolate shell with the kataifi-pistachio mixture, pressing it in gently and evenly.
  6. Seal and Chill: Spoon the newly melted chocolate over the top to seal everything in. Smooth it out and scrape away any extra for a neat finish. Pop the molds back in the fridge until the chocolate is fully set, another 10-15 minutes.
  7. Unmold and Serve: Carefully unmold the bars. They should release easily once the chocolate has hardened completely.

Notes

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best taste and texture.
  • These chocolate bars make beautiful homemade gifts.
  • Keep bars refrigerated and bring to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/dubai-chocolate-recipe/