Dubai Knafeh Chocolate Tart with Pistachio Cream
This stunning tart combines a dark chocolate shell with a layer of crispy golden knafeh and a silky pistachio cream filling inspired by the viral Dubai chocolate trend. It is the ultimate dessert for entertaining and takes the flavors of the Middle East to sophisticated new heights.
A show stopping chocolate tart filled with crunchy knafeh and luscious pistachio cream for the ultimate Dubai inspired dessert.
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Ingredients
Shell
Layer
Filling
Topping
Instructions
Build the Chocolate Shell
Brush melted dark chocolate in a thick even layer inside a 23cm fluted tart mold. Refrigerate for 10 minutes then add a second layer of chocolate and refrigerate for another 10 minutes to create a sturdy shell.
Toast the Kunafa Layer
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and add shredded kunafa pastry. Toast for 8 minutes stirring constantly until deep golden and crispy. Season with a pinch of salt and allow it to cool completely before using.
Whip the Pistachio Cream Filling
Combine pistachio cream and double cream in a bowl and whip together until the mixture becomes thick and spreadable but not grainy. Taste and adjust sweetness with a small amount of icing sugar if needed.
Assemble and Chill
Spread the toasted kunafa evenly across the chocolate shell base. Spoon and smooth the whipped pistachio cream on top. Garnish with crushed pistachios and refrigerate for 2 hours before carefully unmolding and slicing.
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