Name: Dubai Chocolate Bar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 400 g dark or milk chocolate, chopped; 2 tbsp cocoa butter or coconut oil; 3 tbsp sweetened condensed milk (or 2 tbsp sugar + 2 tbsp milk); 1/2 cup chopped pistachios (or almonds); 1/4 tsp ground cardamom; A few saffron strands soaked in 1 tsp warm milk (optional); 1 tsp vanilla extract; Pinch of sea salt; Optional: edible rose petals or chopped dates

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Dubai Chocolate Bar overview

This recipe makes a simple and tasty Dubai Chocolate Bar. It mixes rich chocolate with warm spices and crunchy nuts. It feels a little like candy from Dubai, but you make it at home with easy steps.

introduction

This Dubai Chocolate Bar is sweet, smooth, and a little spicy. It uses pistachios, cardamom, and a touch of saffron for a Middle Eastern taste. It works as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet snack. You can pair it with many meals, even after some easy dinner ideas like the ones in 10 dinner ideas that’ll make you forget takeout exists.

why make this recipe

This recipe is nice because:

It uses simple ingredients.
It is fast to make.
It gives a unique flavor with cardamom and pistachio.
It is good for gifts or parties.

how to make Dubai Chocolate Bar

Follow small steps. You melt and mix, then cool and cut. If you plan to serve it with a full meal, try it with main dishes or sides from 5 main dishes that will impress your guests. The chocolate bar keeps well and looks pretty on a plate.

Ingredients :

400 g dark or milk chocolate, chopped
2 tbsp cocoa butter or coconut oil
3 tbsp sweetened condensed milk (or 2 tbsp sugar + 2 tbsp milk)
1/2 cup chopped pistachios (or almonds)
1/4 tsp ground cardamom
A few saffron strands soaked in 1 tsp warm milk (optional)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of sea salt
Optional: edible rose petals or chopped dates

Directions :

Line a small baking tray with parchment paper.
Chop the chocolate into small pieces so it melts fast.
Put chocolate and cocoa butter in a heatproof bowl.
Melt gently over simmering water (double boiler) or in short 15-second bursts in a microwave. Stir until smooth.
Stir in condensed milk, vanilla, and the saffron milk if using. Mix well.
Add cardamom and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine.
Fold in half the pistachios. Save the rest for the top.
Pour the mix into the lined tray. Spread smooth with a spatula.
Sprinkle the remaining pistachios and rose petals or dates on top.
Chill in the fridge for 1–2 hours until firm.
Remove from tray and cut into bars or squares.

how to serve Dubai Chocolate Bar

Serve the bars at room temperature. They go well with tea or coffee. For a party, arrange them on a plate with dates and nuts. You can also pair them with light dinners from the dinner category like these dinner recipes.

how to store Dubai Chocolate Bar

Keep in an airtight container.
Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.

tips to make Dubai Chocolate Bar

Use good quality chocolate for best taste.
Don’t overheat the chocolate. Stir while it melts.
Chop nuts small so each bite has both chocolate and crunch.
Use a warm spoon to make clean cuts.
If you like softer bars, add a little more condensed milk.

variation (if any)

White chocolate and pistachio bars.
Add chopped dates or dried apricots.
Make vegan: use coconut condensed milk and dairy-free chocolate.
Add a thin layer of caramel for a richer bar.

FAQs

Q: Can I use milk chocolate instead of dark?
A: Yes. Milk chocolate makes the bar sweeter and softer.

Q: Can I skip saffron?
A: Yes. Saffron is optional. Cardamom and pistachio still give a good Dubai flavor.

Q: How do I get a shiny finish on the bar?
A: Temper the chocolate or cool it slowly. Use good quality cocoa butter or chocolate.

Q: Can I make this without nuts?
A: Yes. Skip the nuts or add seeds like sunflower or pumpkin for crunch.

Q: Is this recipe child friendly?
A: Yes. It is safe for kids unless they have nut allergies.