Dubai chocolate bites
Dubai Chocolate Bites are a delightful blend of crispy, creamy, and chocolatey goodness. With a crunchy kataifi base, rich chocolate shell, and indulgent pistachio or Biscoff filling, these treats are both elegant and easy to make. Perfect for special occasions or as a thoughtful gift, they offer a delicious balance of textures and flavors in every bite!
Servings 24 Chocolate bites
Ingredients
- 100 g Kataifi shredded dough
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 350 g chocolate 150g melted milk chocolate, 100g dark chocolate, 100g white chocolate
- 2 tbsp Crushed pistachios for topping
- 2 tbsp Crushed Lotus Biscoff cookies for topping
- 24 mini cupcake liners
- 24 Mini cupcake pan
Pistachio kunafa filling:
- 1 cup crushed crispy kunafa
- 1/3 cup pistachio spread or more, if desired
- 1 tbsp tahini optional
Biscoff filling:
- 6 crushed Biscoff cookies
- 1/4 cup Biscoff spread
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C). Chop the kataifi shredded dough into small pieces, mix it with melted butter, and spread it evenly on a baking tray. Bake until golden and crispy, stirring after 20 minutes.
- Line a mini cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
- Melt the chocolate (white, milk, and dark). Add a small amount of melted chocolate to each baking cup and spread it up the sides. Place the tray in the freezer until the chocolate firms up.
- While waiting, prepare the fillings: first filling is Pistachio Kunafa: Mix the crispy kataifi with pistachio spread and tahini (optional). The mixture should be creamy. Second filling:Biscoff Filling: Mix crushed Biscoff cookies with Biscoff spread until combined.
- Remove the chocolate cups from the freezer and add a spoonful of the prepared fillings into each cup. Cover with more melted chocolate and smooth the top. Sprinkle crushed pistachios on the pistachio kunafa ones and crushed Biscoff cookies on the Biscoff ones.
- Return the tray to the freezer until fully set.
- Once firm, carefully peel off the paper cups. Place the chocolate bites in a sealed plastic bag for storage.
- These treats can be stored at room temperature or in the fridge.
Notes
• Toast the Kataifi Well – Bake until golden and crispy for the best texture. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
•Use Good Quality Chocolate – High-quality chocolate melts better and gives a smoother, richer taste.
•Chill Between Layers – Let the chocolate set fully before adding the filling to keep the layers clean.
•Adjust Fillings to Taste – Add more pistachio or Biscoff spread for a creamier, richer flavor.
•Work Quickly with Melted Chocolate – Chocolate sets fast, so move efficiently when coating the cups.
•Store Properly – Keep in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for freshness.
.Keep them away from direct heat or sunlight to prevent melting!
•Perfect for Gifting – Wrap in decorative bags or boxes for an elegant homemade treat!