Dubai Chocolate Hearts
Calories: 16
Adjust Servings Here: 8 Pieces
Description
The "Dubai Chocolate" is a viral confection known for its rich combination of crispy kataifi pastry and creamy pistachio filling, all encased in a chocolate shell. Recreating this treat in a heart-shaped mold makes for a delightful Valentine's Day gift.
Ingredients
- 200 g (7 oz) Dark chocolate or milk chocolate melted
- 150 g (5 oz) Kataifi pastry finely chopped
- 50 g (3 tbsp) Unsalted butter
- 80 g (⅓ cups) Pistachio paste sweeten
- 20 g (2 tbsp) Tahini paste
Instructions
- Toast the kataifi / Kanafeh: Cut the kanafeh/kataifi pastry into small pieces. Heat a frying pan over medium heat, add butter, and toast the kataifi until golden and crisp.150 g Kataifi pastry, 50 g Unsalted butter
- Prepare the Filling: Add pistachio paste and tahini paste to the toasted kanafeh. Stir well to combine, then let the mixture cool completely.80 g Pistachio paste , 20 g Tahini paste
- Coat the Mold with Chocolate: Pour melted dark chocolate into a diamond heart silicone mold, ensuring it coats all sides. Turn the mold upside down to remove excess chocolate, then chill for a few minutes until set.200 g Dark chocolate or milk chocolate
- Assemble the Chocolate Hearts: Fill each chocolate shell with the cooled kataifi-pistachio mixture, leaving a small gap at the top. Cover with more melted chocolate to seal. Chill in the refrigerator until fully set.
- Unmold and Serve: Carefully remove the chocolates from the mold. Enjoy or store in an airtight container until ready to serve.
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