Dubai Chocolate (Homemade Inspired Recipe)

Ingredients

For the Filling:

•1 cup pistachio paste (or blend pistachios with a bit of honey)

•2 tablespoons tahini (optional, for creaminess)

•1 tablespoon powdered sugar

•Pinch of salt

For the Crispy Layer:

•1 cup kataifi pastry (shredded phyllo dough, available in Middle Eastern stores)

•2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Chocolate Coating:

•300g dark or milk chocolate, melted

•Optional: 50g white chocolate for decoration

Step-by-Step Recipe

Step 1: Prepare the Pistachio Filling

1.In a bowl, mix the pistachio paste, tahini, powdered sugar, and salt until smooth.

2.Set aside in the refrigerator to firm slightly while preparing other layers.

Step 2: Toast the Kataifi

1.Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2.Break the kataifi pastry into small pieces and toss with melted butter.

3.Spread it evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Let it cool.

Step 3: Prepare the Chocolate Molds

1.Melt the dark or milk chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

2.If decorating, drizzle melted white chocolate into a silicone chocolate mold for a design and let it set briefly in the fridge.

Step 4: Assemble the Chocolate Bars

1.Pour a thin layer of melted dark/milk chocolate into the mold, coating the bottom and sides. Chill for 5-10 minutes.

2.Add a layer of the pistachio filling, pressing it down gently.

3.Sprinkle the crispy kataifi on top of the pistachio layer.

4.Cover everything with another layer of melted chocolate, sealing the bar completely.

Step 5: Chill and Serve

1.Place the molds in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or until fully set.

2.Carefully remove the chocolates from the mold.

3.Serve and enjoy your homemade Dubai-inspired chocolate!

These make for a rich, crunchy, and creamy treat that’s as luxurious as its name suggests