Dubai Chocolate Strawberries Recipe
Dubai Chocolate Strawberries is a delightful dessert featuring halved strawberries layered with crispy kataifi dough mixed with rich pistachio butter and tahini, drizzled generously with melted chocolate and topped with ground pistachios. This no-bake dessert combines a variety of textures and flavors, perfect for a quick, elegant treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Filling
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 ounces kataifi shredded dough (chopped)
- 1 cup pistachio butter (or pistachio cream)
- 2 tablespoons tahini (optional)
Chocolate Drizzle
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Fruit & Garnish
- 1 ½ pounds strawberries (halved)
- Ground pistachios, for topping
Instructions
- Prepare Kataifi Filling: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped kataifi dough and cook, stirring constantly, until browned and crispy, about 10 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in the pistachio butter and tahini. Allow the mixture to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Melt Chocolate: Place the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Assemble the Dessert: Place 8 strawberry halves at the bottom of each of four clear 12-ounce cups. Drizzle about 2 tablespoons of the melted chocolate over the strawberries to fill the gaps. Add about 3 tablespoons of the kataifi pistachio filling on top. Repeat the layering with more strawberry halves near the top, followed by another layer of kataifi filling, a drizzle of melted chocolate, and a sprinkle of ground pistachios.
- Chill and Serve: Enjoy the dessert immediately or refrigerate for about 10 minutes to allow the chocolate to set and flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute pistachio butter with pistachio cream for a smoother texture.
- Tahini is optional, but it adds a subtle nuttiness and depth to the filling.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Ensure the kataifi dough is chopped finely for easier cooking and layering.
- Chocolate can be melted on stovetop using a double boiler if preferred over microwave.
