Dubai chocolate is primarily made from milk chocolate filled with a unique mixture of pistachios and knafeh (a Middle Eastern pastry). The filling typically consists of pistachio paste or finely ground pistachios combined with finely chopped or shredded knafeh pastry, which provides a distinctive crunchy texture. Tahini paste is also often included in the filling to add creaminess and a subtle nutty flavor
. Key components include:
- Milk chocolate as the outer shell
- Pistachios (either as a paste or ground nuts), which give the chocolate its characteristic green color and nutty taste
- Kataifi pastry (shredded filo dough) , roasted until golden to add crunch
- Tahini paste , adding richness and smoothness to the filling
- Sometimes white chocolate or additional flavorings like saffron or rose petals are used in variations
The chocolate typically contains about 43% cacao, balancing rich chocolate flavor with sweetness
. The filling’s crunch mainly comes from the roasted kataifi pastry, complemented by the pistachio texture
. In summary, Dubai chocolate is a luxurious milk chocolate bar filled with a creamy, crunchy blend of pistachios, knafeh (kataifi pastry), and tahini, creating a rich, nutty, and texturally interesting confection that has gained viral popularity
