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Dubai Chocolate Filling Recipe: The Ultimate Crispy Pistachio Center

Master the viral Dubai Chocolate Filling with this expert recipe featuring vibrant lime-green pistachio cream, toasted golden-brown kunafa pastry shreds, and a glossy nut butter base for the ultimate crispy, chunky texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Confectionery, Desserts
Cuisine: middle eastern, Viral Trends
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups Kunafa (Kataifi) Pastry shredded and chopped into irregular lengths
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter 30g, for toasting
  • 1/2 cup Pistachio Cream 125g, sweetened lime-green base
  • 1/4 cup Pure Pistachio Butter 65g, for depth and gloss
  • 1 tbsp Tahini 15g, for oily sheen
  • 1/4 tsp Sea Salt 1.5g, to balance sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Whole Roasted Pistachios 35g, bright green kernels for topping

Equipment

  • 1 Non-stick skillet Heavy-bottomed for even toasting
  • 1 Silicone spatula For gentle folding
  • 1 Kitchen shears To chop kunafa pastry

Method
 

Prepare the Crunch
  1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add chopped kunafa shreds and toast for 5-8 minutes, stirring constantly, until they reach a deep golden-brown and sound glassy when moved.
  2. Remove the toasted pastry from the heat and set aside to cool slightly. It must not be hot when added to the cream.
Mix the Filling
  1. In a bowl, whisk the pistachio cream, pistachio butter, tahini, and sea salt until a glossy, vibrant lime-green base forms.
  2. Add the toasted kunafa to the pistachio mixture. Use a spatula to gently fold until the pastry is coated but remains chunky and irregular.
Finish and Garnish
  1. Transfer to a ceramic bowl and scatter whole roasted pistachio kernels on top. The filling is now ready to use in chocolate bars or desserts.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalProtein: 5gFat: 22gFiber: 3g

Notes

Ensure the kunafa is deeply toasted for the best crunch.
Use high-quality pistachio paste for the most vibrant green color.
Keyword Dubai Chocolate Filling,Kunafa Crunch,Pistachio Filling,Viral Chocolate Bar

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