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Dubai Chocolate Balls

Irresistible Dubai Chocolate Balls with Pistachio Bliss

Indulge in these luxurious Dubai Chocolate Balls, featuring a delicious pistachio filling, perfect for any occasion.
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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: Desserts
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Kataifi Base
  • 200 grams Kataifi Pastry Substitute with finely chopped toasted phyllo pastry if needed.
  • 60 grams Unsalted Butter Use for better flavor control.
Pistachio Filling
  • 100 grams White Chocolate Can be replaced with dark chocolate.
  • 4 tablespoons Natural Pistachio Butter Opt for high-quality pistachios.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral Vegetable Oil Optional, for consistency.
Chocolate Coating
  • 200 grams Dark Chocolate Ensure it is melted and tempered for a glossy finish.
  • 50 grams Chopped Pistachios Toast them for enhanced flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • microwave
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Heatproof bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat kataifi strands with melted butter, spread on a baking sheet, and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
  2. Melt white chocolate in 30-second intervals until smooth. Mix in pistachio butter and salt. Add vegetable oil if needed for consistency.
  3. Chop cooled kataifi and fold it into the pistachio filling until well combined.
  4. Form into walnut-sized balls using your hands and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. Melt dark chocolate and temper it. Dip chilled balls into melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off, and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
  6. Let the coating set for 15 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate for quicker results before storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.

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