Viral Dubai Chocolate Bar

Heavenly creamy Belgian chocolate filled with toasted kataifi and hazelnut or pistachio cream.

The latest thing to go viral is a Dubai chocolate bar, and it’s all over the internet. I must tell you that it’s for good reason because it tastes like heaven! Creamy Belgian chocolate filled with crispy kataifi and nut butter. The viral version has pistachio cream nut butter, and I went even better with a delicious hazelnut spread. It tastes like vanilla Nutella, and trust me—it’s so delicious.

When things go viral, they’re often overrated, and I thought this would be one of those. I could wrap my head around kataifi staying crispy in the chocolate, so I didn’t think I’d like this one. But, oh my gosh, you can hear the super crispy kataifi every time you take a bite. I cannot wait until you guys try this one!

Why do you use Belgian chocolate?

There’s nothing better than Belgian chocolate, if you ask me. It’s premium chocolate that melts so beautifully and creamy. I get it from my restaurant supply store because you get more for your money. If you can’t find high-quality milk chocolate callets, you can combine half semi-sweet and half white chocolate to achieve a similar sweetness. Otherwise, melt several high-quality European chocolate bars.

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Why will everyone love this?

Extra crispy, buttery kataifi

Creamy, nutty

Ooey, gooey cream

Delicate pistachio or

Vanilla hazelnut

Covered in smooth, dreamy chocolate.

What do I need for Dubai chocolates?

Kataifi pastry -you can find this in a Mediterranean or Middle Eastern food store in the freezer section next to the phyllo. Chop it before toasting in a pan with high sides so it doesn’t get all over the stove.

Hazelnut cream – I found it in a few stores, but I found it in a bigger quantity on Amazon. I looked everywhere in Houston for the pistachio cream in the viral video but couldn’t find it. So, here’s the one I found on Amazon.

Unsalted butter -because you won’t need any salt in these chocolate bars.

Milk chocolate -the chocolate with the perfect amount of sweetness for this treat.

White chocolate -adds interest to the look of the bar and a little extra sweetness.

Which chocolate molds are best?

The viral video uses chocolate bar molds, but I want more creamy kataifi filling. So, I found these chocolate molds that hold more filling. You can buy them for bite-sized or dessert-sized servings.

How do I soften the kataifi filling?

Roughly chop the kataifi pastry and add it to a deep skillet or pot with the butter. Cook over medium heat, tossing it in the melted butter until toasted, golden, and crisp, about 8 minutes.

How do I prepare the Kataifi filling?

Remove from the heat and add the pistachio or hazelnut cream. Toss until the kataifi is completely coated (see video) and set aside.

What’s the best way to melt chocolate?

Add the white chocolate to a heat-proof bowl and melt it over a bain marie or in the microwave. If using the microwave, heat it in 20-second increments. Stop when most of the chocolate has melted and just a few pieces are left. They will melt from the heat of the rest of the chocolate. Overheating chocolate will cause it to burn. Add the milk chocolate to a bowl and melt it using the same method.

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How do I layer the chocolate and filling in the molds?

Drizzle some white chocolate into the molds. Add the milk chocolate and shake around to cover the molds completely. Chill in the freezer for 10 minutes until hardened. Then, fill the centers with the kataifi filling.

How long do I chill the chocolates?

Top with milk chocolate and return the molds to the freezer to chill and set for about 15 minutes. Remove the chocolates from the molds and trim off any extra chocolate.

How do I serve these chocolates?

I have a hard time serving these because I just want to keep them for myself. However, I use them as a sweet pick-me-up, after-dinner dessert, or for a dinner party. Kali Orexi!!

How do I store the chocolates?

The chocolates will keep fresh stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days.

Have you shared other viral recipes?

My wheels start turning when I see viral videos, and I’ve shared my version or what I created from viral videos before. Several years ago, Dalgona whipped coffee went viral, so I posted my version versus The Greek Frappe. I didn’t see the viral video for feta and tomato pasta, but it’s similar to my Baked Feta & Tomatoes Appetizer. Did you see the crinkle cake viral video? Tyr my Tik Tok Crinkle Greek Custard Cake, Ruffled Pumpkin Pie Phyllo Crinkle, or Blueberries & Cream Crinkle Cake. I even did a Greek-style spin on the viral Eggs in a Hole video!

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