dubai pistachio chocolate bar
Indulge in the rich flavors of a Dubai pistachio chocolate bar with this easy, luxurious recipe. Perfect for gifting or treating yourself to gourmet bliss!
Servings: 8 bars
Calories: 280kcal
Ingredients
Here’s What You’ll Need:
- 200 g of high-quality dark chocolate minimum 70% cacao – The deeper the cacao, the richer the flavor. Look for Belgian or Swiss chocolate for an extra touch of decadence.
- 100 g of shelled pistachios – Opt for unsalted lightly roasted pistachios to enhance their natural sweetness.
- 2 tbsp of pistachio paste – This adds a creamy texture and intensifies the pistachio flavor.
- 1 tbsp of butter or cocoa butter – Helps give the chocolate a glossy silky finish.
- Pinch of fleur de sel – A subtle touch of salt enhances the sweetness and rounds out the flavors.
Optional: Edible gold leaf or rose petals – For decoration and that signature Dubaï-style luxury touch.
Instructions
Prep the Pistachios
- Roughly chop half of the pistachios and leave the rest whole for decoration. This creates a satisfying texture with each bite.
- Set them aside in a small bowl, ready for sprinkling.
Melt the Chocolate
- Break the chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl.
- Using a double boiler (or a bowl set over simmering water), gently melt the chocolate, stirring occasionally until smooth and glossy.
- Add the butter (or cocoa butter) and continue stirring until fully incorporated.
Add the Pistachio Paste
- Remove the chocolate from the heat and stir in the pistachio paste until the mixture is silky and uniform. This step infuses the chocolate with that rich, nutty flavor.
Pour and Spread
- Line a rectangular mold or baking dish with parchment paper.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the mold, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Tap the mold gently on the counter to release any air bubbles.
Garnish with Pistachios
- Sprinkle the chopped pistachios evenly across the surface, pressing them lightly into the chocolate.
- Arrange the whole pistachios decoratively, and if you’re feeling extra fancy, add a few flakes of fleur de sel or delicate gold leaf for that signature Dubai luxury touch.
Chill and Set
- Place the mold in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours or until the chocolate is fully set.
- Once hardened, carefully lift the chocolate from the mold using the edges of the parchment paper and cut it into bars or squares.
Pro Tip:
- To achieve an extra glossy finish, temper the chocolate by melting two-thirds of it first, then stirring in the remaining third off the heat until smooth. This step helps the chocolate snap beautifully when you break it.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sodium: 35mg
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugars: 16g
- Protein: 5g