Viral Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Bar 🍫💚
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 cups milk chocolate
- 1½ cups kataifi pastry (shredded phyllo)
- 1 cup pistachio cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- Crushed pistachios for topping
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Toast the Kataifi
- Cut the kataifi pastry into smaller pieces using scissors or your hands.
➡️ Heat butter in a pan over medium heat.
➡️ Add the kataifi pastry.
🔥 Stir continuously for about 8–10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
The pastry should look crunchy and lightly toasted. ✨
2️⃣ Make the Pistachio Filling
- Transfer toasted kataifi to a bowl.
➡️ Add pistachio cream and mix well.
The mixture should become thick, crunchy, and creamy at the same time. 💚
3️⃣ Melt the Chocolate
- Break chocolate into small pieces.
➡️ Melt using a microwave in short intervals or over a double boiler.
➡️ Stir until completely smooth and glossy.
4️⃣ Build the Chocolate Bar
- Pour a thin layer of melted chocolate into a mold or lined tray.
➡️ Spread evenly and chill for 5 minutes.
➡️ Add the pistachio kataifi filling on top.
➡️ Press gently into an even layer.
➡️ Cover everything with remaining melted chocolate.
The top should look smooth and thick. 🍫
5️⃣ Decorate & Chill
- Sprinkle crushed pistachios on top.
➡️ Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until fully set.
➡️ Slice or break into bars before serving.
When cut open, the inside should look crispy and creamy. 🤤
💡 Tips
- Use good-quality chocolate for the best taste.
- Don’t burn the kataifi while toasting.
- Keep chilled for a firmer crunch. ❄️
❓Q/A
❓What is kataifi pastry?
✅ It’s thin shredded phyllo dough used in many Middle Eastern desserts.
❓Can I use Nutella instead of pistachio cream?
✅ Yes, but the flavor will be different and less nutty.