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The Best Dubai Chocolate Strawberries Recipe

The Best Dubai Chocolate Strawberries Recipe
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Discover an exquisite dessert featuring fresh diced strawberries layered with toasted shredded phyllo dough coated in creamy pistachio butter, and drizzled with a luscious dark chocolate ganache made rich with coconut cream and maple syrup. Inspired by the vibrant flavors of Dubai, this elegant treat blends nutty, fruity, and chocolatey elements with a delightful crunch and smooth finish, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a sophisticated sweet at home.

Ingredients

Scale

Fruit

  • 2 lbs fresh strawberries, diced (about 2 containers)

Phyllo and Butter Mixture

  • 2 cups shredded phyllo dough (kataifi), thawed if frozen
  • 1 cup pistachio butter (Wilderness Poets Extra Creamy recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons vegan butter (cashew-based if possible)

Topping

  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios

Chocolate Ganache

  • 8 oz cacao paste or dark chocolate chips
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk (use only the solid cream layer)
  • 1/2 cup maple crystals (omit if using sweetened chocolate chips)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean powder

Instructions

  1. Toast the Phyllo: Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt the vegan butter. Add the shredded phyllo dough and toast it for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently until the phyllo is golden and crisp. Remove from heat and let it cool completely to ensure it becomes crunchy and doesn’t clump.
  2. Mix Phyllo with Pistachio Butter: Once the toasted phyllo dough is cool, combine it thoroughly with the pistachio butter, mixing until every strand is evenly coated and sticky. This mixture will add a rich, nutty flavor and a pleasant texture to the dessert.
  3. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache: Using a double boiler over medium heat or a microwave-safe bowl in the microwave, melt the cacao paste or dark chocolate chips together with the solid cream layer of the coconut milk. Stir in the maple crystals (skip if your chocolate is already sweetened) and vanilla extract or vanilla bean powder to impart sweetness and aromatic depth.
  4. Whisk the Ganache: Whisk the melted chocolate mixture until it becomes smooth and glossy. Let it cool slightly so it thickens to a pourable but rich consistency, perfect for layering.
  5. Assemble the Dessert: Choose a clear trifle dish, deep glass bowl, or individual serving cups for an elegant presentation. Begin layering twice in this order: diced strawberries, followed by the phyllo-pistachio butter mixture, and drizzled chocolate ganache. Repeat the sequence to create two full layers of each component.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Finish the top layer with a generous sprinkle of chopped pistachios for texture and color contrast. Serve immediately to enjoy the warm ganache and fresh textures or refrigerate for 15–20 minutes if you prefer the ganache firmer and the dessert chilled.

Notes

  • If you prefer a sweeter dessert, use sweetened dark chocolate chips and omit the maple crystals.
  • To thaw frozen phyllo dough, leave it in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for a few hours.
  • You can substitute pistachio butter with almond or cashew butter if preferred, but it will alter the flavor profile slightly.
  • For a nut-free version, omit pistachio butter and nuts, although the dessert will lose some characteristic taste and texture.
  • Serve the dessert within 24 hours for the best freshness of strawberries and optimal texture of the phyllo layers.

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