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Dubai Chocolate Balls

Delightful Dubai Chocolate Balls Perfect for Any Occasion

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Indulge in the exotic flavors of Dubai with these rich, delightful chocolate balls featuring a crunchy kataifi base and creamy pistachio filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Arabic, Middle Eastern
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kataifi Base
  • 150 g Kataifi Pastry Substitute with finely chopped toasted phyllo if needed.
  • 75 g Butter Unsalted is recommended.
For the Pistachio Filling
  • 150 g White Chocolate Feel free to use more dark chocolate if preferred.
  • 150 g Natural Pistachio Butter Choose high-quality for best flavor.
  • 1 pinch Salt Opt for sea salt for added depth.
  • 1.5 tsp Neutral Vegetable Oil Optional for adjusting filling's consistency.
For the Chocolate Coating
  • 400 g Dark Chocolate 55-65% cocoa, melted & tempered.
  • 3 tbsp Chopped Pistachios For decoration.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, separate the kataifi strands and coat them with melted butter. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Melt the white chocolate in a microwave. Stir in the pistachio butter and salt, mix until smooth. If thick, add optional vegetable oil.
  3. Finely chop the cooled kataifi and fold it into the pistachio mixture.
  4. Scoop portions to form walnut-sized balls, refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. Melt the dark chocolate and coat each ball, tapping off excess chocolate. Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top.
  6. Let the chocolate set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These chocolate balls can be made vegan or gluten-free with suitable ingredient substitutions.

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