Dubai Chocolate Bar Recipe
A decadent Dubai chocolate bar recipe infused with aromatic spices and topped with pistachios, perfect for sharing or gifting.
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Base
- 16 oz High-quality dark chocolate 70% cocoa or higher
- ½ cup Unsalted butter Cut into pieces
- ½ cup Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- ½ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon Sea salt
For the Toppings
- ½ cup Chopped pistachios Unsalted
- ¼ cup Slivered almonds
Optional Add-ins
- ¼ cup Dried cranberries or apricots
- 1 teaspoon Rosewater
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pan: Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on all sides.
- Melt the Chocolate:- Set up a double boiler by simmering water in a saucepan and placing a heatproof bowl on top.- Add the dark chocolate and butter to the bowl. Stir continuously until melted and smooth.
- Add Sweetness and Spice: Remove the bowl from heat and stir in the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, cardamom, cinnamon, and sea salt.
- Incorporate Optional Add-ins: Fold in dried fruits or rosewater if desired.
- Pour and Spread: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Add the Toppings: Sprinkle chopped pistachios and slivered almonds evenly over the top. Press gently to ensure they adhere.
- Chill Out: Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until the chocolate is firm.
- Slice and Serve: Remove the chocolate slab from the pan using the parchment overhang. Cut into bars or squares using a sharp knife warmed under hot water and dried.
Notes
For a unique twist, try adding tahini or sprinkling freeze-dried raspberries on top. These chocolate bars are perfect for parties, gifts, or simply indulging at home!