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Dubai Chocolate Balls

Decadent Dubai Chocolate Balls Perfect for Any Celebration

These Dubai Chocolate Balls blend crispy kataifi and creamy pistachio for a delightful treat perfect for any celebration.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Kataifi Base
  • 200 grams Kataifi pastry or substitute with phyllo pastry or crushed cornflakes
  • 100 grams Unsalted butter melted
For the Pistachio Filling
  • 100 grams White chocolate melted
  • 100 grams Natural pistachio butter high-quality
  • 1 pinch Sea salt to enhance flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral vegetable oil optional
For the Coating
  • 200 grams Dark chocolate (55-65% cocoa) melted & tempered
  • 50 grams Chopped pistachios for decoration

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Microwave
  • Heatproof bowl
  • parchment paper
  • Tray
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Separate the kataifi pastry strands gently and coat them with melted unsalted butter. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Cool completely.
  2. Melt the white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth. Mix in the natural pistachio butter and pinch of sea salt. Optionally, drizzle in neutral vegetable oil for a creamy consistency.
  3. Finely chop the cooled kataifi pastry and fold it into the pistachio mixture until evenly distributed.
  4. Form walnut-sized balls from the mixture and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  5. Melt dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl until tempered. Dip each chilled ball into the chocolate, tapping to remove excess. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios before chocolate sets.
  6. Place the chocolate-coated balls on a parchment-lined tray and let them harden at room temperature for about 15 minutes before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure kataifi is kept covered to maintain crunch, cool thoroughly before mixing, and properly temper chocolate for glossy finish.

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