Description
The Dubai Chocolate Bar is a luxurious homemade confection featuring crispy kataifi pastry combined with creamy pistachio and tahini filling, all encased in a smooth chocolate shell. This gourmet treat offers a delightful texture contrast and rich, nutty flavors perfect for special occasions or indulgent desserts.
Ingredients
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Kataifi pastry (shredded phyllo dough)
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Unsalted butter (for baking kataifi)
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Pistachio cream
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Tahini
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Salt (a pinch)
- High-quality dark or milk chocolate
Instructions
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Prepare Kataifi: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread kataifi pastry evenly on a baking sheet, brush with melted butter, and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden and crispy. Cool completely.
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Make Filling: In a bowl, mix pistachio cream, tahini, and salt until smooth. Fold in the cooled, crispy kataifi pastry gently to combine.
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Melt Chocolate: Melt the chocolate gently in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth.
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Assemble Bars:
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Pour a layer of melted chocolate into silicone molds (or lined molds), coating sides. Refrigerate until set.
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Add the pistachio-kataifi filling into the molds, leaving space at the top.
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Cover with a final layer of melted chocolate, smoothing the surface.
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Set Bars: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until chocolate is fully hardened.
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Unmold and Serve: Carefully remove bars from molds and enjoy your homemade Dubai Chocolate Bars.
Notes
For best texture, ensure kataifi is completely cool before mixing with filling.Use tempered chocolate for a glossy finish and better snap.Customize with toppings like chopped pistachios, sea salt, or edible gold flakes before the final chocolate layer sets.
