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Dubai Kunafa Chocolate Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

Dubai Kunafa Chocolate is a decadent dessert combining the crispy, golden kataifi dough with a rich pistachio and tahini filling, enrobed in layers of melted dark and white chocolate. This unique recipe offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors inspired by traditional Middle Eastern kunafa, perfect for special occasions or a luxurious treat.

Ingredients

Kataifi and Butter

  • 3 cups Kataifi (kunafa dough)
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter

Filling

  • 250 grams Pistachio Butter
  • ½ cup Confectioners sugar
  • 2 tbsp Tahini
  • ¼ tsp Salt

Chocolate Layers

  • 500 grams Dark chocolate (chopped)
  • ¼ cup White Chocolate Chips

Instructions

  1. Toast Kataifi: Slightly crush kataifi with your hands or scissors. Heat butter in a pan, add in the crushed kataifi and toast on low heat until golden brown, stirring continuously for even toasting. Remove to a bowl and allow to cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare Filling: Once the kataifi mixture is slightly cooled, add pistachio butter, tahini, confectioners sugar, and salt. Mix thoroughly. Taste and adjust sugar if needed depending on the sweetness of your pistachio butter.
  3. Melt White Chocolate: Place white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 10 to 20 seconds. Stir until melted. If not completely melted, microwave for additional 10 seconds and stir again.
  4. Create White Chocolate Base: Using a fork or spoon, drizzle the melted white chocolate evenly over the base of your kunafa chocolate mould. Refrigerate for 5 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden.
  5. Melt Dark Chocolate: Place chopped dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 10 to 20 seconds and stir. Repeat heating in 10-second intervals until fully melted and smooth.
  6. Layer Dark Chocolate: Remove mould from fridge once white chocolate has hardened. Spread melted dark chocolate evenly over the entire mould, including the sides. Reserve some chocolate for topping. Return the mould to the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes to set.
  7. Assemble Kunafa Filling: Once chocolate layers are set, remove mould and spread the prepared kunafa filling generously and evenly over the chocolate base. Pour the remaining dark chocolate over the filling and spread evenly with a spatula. Refrigerate for 2 hours or preferably overnight to fully set.
  8. Demould and Store: Gently remove the kunafa chocolate from the mould. Wrap tightly in aluminum foil and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Ensure the kataifi is evenly toasted for best texture.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the filling based on the type of pistachio butter used.
  • Be careful while melting chocolate; microwaving in short bursts prevents burning.
  • Allow sufficient chilling time for the chocolate layers to properly set.
  • This dessert is best served chilled and can be stored refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

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