Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cups
Learn how to recreate the viral Dubai chocolate strawberry cup — a decadent treat layering creamy chocolate, fresh strawberries, and pistachio crunch.
Viral Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Dessert Cups
Dubai chocolate strawberry cups have taken the internet by storm, inspired by the viral Dubai chocolate bar that was originally created by Fix Dessert Chocolatier.
This decadent sweet treat is a parfait of creamy chocolate, fresh strawberries, and the thin and crispy Middle Eastern pastry known as kataifi mixed with pistachio butter. It is a such a unique contrast of flavors and textures that is sure to delight both your taste buds and your senses!
While the original chocolate bar was indeed created and sold in Dubai, with this easy-to-follow recipe, you can recreate this internet sensation at home any time!
Ingredients
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- 2 Tablespoons Butter
- 4 oz Kataifi Pastry Dough
- 1 cup Pistachio Butter
- 2 Tablespoons Tahini Paste
- 1 cup Chocolate Chips
- 1 teaspoon Coconut Oil
- 2 lbs Strawberries
- 1/4 cup Pistachios, crushed (optional garnish)
A Little Bit More About The Ingredients:
- Kataifi Pastry Dough – Kataifi is a thin, shredded pastry dough used in many Mediterranean and Middle Eastern desserts, made from batter cooked into crispy, yet delicate, vermicelli-like strands.
- Tahini Paste – Tahini is a paste made from finely ground sesame seeds, commonly used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine.
- Pistachio Butter – Pistachio butter is a spread made from ground pistachios, similar in consistency to peanut butter or other nut butters.
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Instructions
To Prep: Clean and slice the strawberries, discarding the stems.
- Prepare the Kataifi – Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add the shredded kataifi pastry dough. Stir occasionally, cooking the dough until golden brown (about 4-6 minutes). Remove pan from heat and set aside to cool.
- Make the Pistachio Filling – In a microwave-safe bowl, stir together the pistachio butter and tahini paste. Microwave the pistachio butter and tahini mixture for 30 seconds, then stir well. Add the toasted kataifi pastry dough to the pistachio-tahini butter. Stir until the pastry is completely coated. Set aside.
- Make the Chocolate Filling – In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30 second increments, stirring between, until melted and smooth. Set aside.
- Layer and Fill the Cups – Place about 1/4 cup of strawberries in the bottom of each serving cup. Top the strawberries with 2 Tablespoons of the pistachio-kataifi mixture, then drizzle 2 Tablespoons of melted chocolate on top of that. Repeat layering until each cup is filled to the top with alternating layers of strawberries, pistachio crunch, and chocolate.
Prep Tips
- Yield – This recipe makes 3-4 servings, depending on the size of cups used.
- Garnish Ideas – For an extra crunch, add a sprinkle of chopped pistachios on top of the final layer of chocolate. You could also top with a chocolate covered strawberry, or simply a strawberry.
- Storage – Leftovers can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. After this, the crunchy kataifi will start to get soggy. If making ahead of time, I would recommend making them the night before, but no earlier than that, so they stay fresh.
More Strawberry Desserts To Try
- No Bake Strawberry Icebox Cake
- Strawberry Lemon Bars
- Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies
- Pink Strawberry Champagne Cookies
- Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas
- Strawberry Twinkie Cake
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Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cups
Learn how to recreate the viral Dubai chocolate strawberry cup — a decadent treat layering creamy chocolate, fresh strawberries, and pistachio crunch.
Servings: 4
Calories: 534kcal
Cost: $15
Equipment
- 1 Medium skillet
- 2 Microwave Safe Mixing Bowls
- 4 12oz Plastic Cups
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons Butter
- 4 oz Kataifi Pastry Dough
- 1 cup Pistachio Butter
- 2 Tablespoons Tahini Paste
- 1 cup Chocolate Chips
- 1 teaspoon Coconut Oil
- 2 lbs Strawberries
- 1/4 cup Pistachios crushed (optional garnish)
Instructions
- To Prep: Clean and slice the strawberries, discarding the stems.
- Prepare the Kataifi – Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add the shredded kataifi pastry dough. Stir occasionally, cooking the dough until golden brown (about 4-6 minutes). Remove pan from heat and set aside to cool.
- Make the Pistachio Filling – In a microwave-safe bowl, stir together the pistachio butter and tahini paste. Microwave the pistachio butter and tahini mixture for 30 seconds, then stir well. Add the toasted kataifi pastry dough to the pistachio-tahini butter. Stir until the pastry is completely coated. Set aside.
- Make the Chocolate Filling – In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30 second increments, stirring between, until melted and smooth. Set aside.
- Layer and Fill the Cups – Place about 1/4 cup of strawberries in the bottom of each serving cup. Top the strawberries with 2 Tablespoons of the pistachio-kataifi mixture, then drizzle 2 Tablespoons of melted chocolate on top of that. Repeat layering until each cup is filled to the top with alternating layers of strawberries, pistachio crunch, and chocolate.
Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary based on exact ingredients used and serving size.
Prep Tips:
- Yield – This recipe makes 3-4 servings, depending on the size of cups used.
- Garnish Ideas – For an extra crunch, add a sprinkle of chopped pistachios on top of the final layer of chocolate. You could also top with a chocolate covered strawberry, or simply a strawberry.
- Storage – Leftovers can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. After this, the crunchy kataifi will start to get soggy. If making ahead of time, I would recommend making them the night before, but no earlier than that, so they stay fresh.
Nutrition
Calories: 534kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 217mg | Potassium: 494mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 308IU | Vitamin C: 134mg | Calcium: 114mg | Iron: 3mg
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