Dubai Pistachio Chocolate Bar

Dubai Pistachio Chocolate Bar

25 min
6 servings

Dubai-inspired Knafeh chocolate bars filled with a crunchy pistachio filling made with, kataifi (shredded phyllo dough), raw pistachio butter, and tahini.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Dark-chocolate chips (or sugar-free)
  • 3 tablespoons coconut oil (divided, or butter )
  • 1 tablespoon tahini
  • 8 ounces raw pistachio butter (creamy)
  • 6 ounces kataifi pastry dough (shredded phyllo dough * see note)
  • 2 tablespoons white chocolate chips (or any white chocolate for design, optional)

Directions

  1. 1

    First, melt the white chocolate and drizzle small amounts on the pockets of chocolate molds for design. This could be an optional step. Set aside.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, add the chocolate chips and one tablespoon of coconut oil and melt in the microwave at 20 seconds increments until it is melted through.

  3. 3

    Place 2 tablespoons of melted chocolate into each chocolate mold. Using a spoon or silicone brush, spread them all over the bottom and side of the molds. Then place the mold in the fridge for the chocolate to set.

  4. 4

    Meanwhile, start to make the pistachio filling. Chop the Kataifi (phyllo dough) over a cutting board.

  5. 5

    Place the 2 tablespoons of coconut oil (or butter) in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped kataifi to the pan. Cook the kataifi for a few minutes while continuously mixing until golden brown.

  6. 6

    Turn the heat off and then add the pistachio butter and tahini. Mix everything to combine.

  7. 7

    Divide the pistachio filling mixture equally into the chocolate molds. Spread them out evenly.

  8. 8

    Next, add another 2 tablespoons or more to each one to cover the filling. Spread them out using a spoon or a silicone brush.

  9. 9

    Allow it to set in the fridge for 20 minutes or in the freezer for 10 minutes. Remove from molds and Enjoy.