Homemade Dubai Chocolate Recipe

 

This **Homemade Dubai Chocolate** is a luxurious treat that combines rich chocolate with traditional Middle Eastern ingredients like dates, pistachios, and a touch of rose water. Inspired by the opulence and flavors of Dubai, this chocolate offers a unique blend of sweet, nutty, and aromatic notes, perfect for gifting or treating yourself.

 

### **Ingredients**:

 

#### For the Chocolate Base:

- 200g dark chocolate (70% cocoa)

- 100g milk chocolate

- 1/4 cup heavy cream

- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

 

#### For the Date & Nut Filling:

- 1/2 cup Medjool dates, pitted and finely chopped

- 1/4 cup pistachios, chopped

- 1/4 cup almonds, chopped

- 2 tablespoons dried rose petals (optional for fragrance)

- 1 teaspoon rose water (optional, adds floral flavor)

- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)

 

#### For Decoration (Optional):

- Crushed pistachios

- Edible gold leaf (for a touch of elegance)

- Extra rose petals for garnish

 

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### **Instructions**:

 

#### 1. **Prepare the Date & Nut Filling**:

   - In a small mixing bowl, combine the chopped Medjool dates, pistachios, almonds, and dried rose petals (if using).

   - Add the ground cardamom and rose water to the mix for an aromatic touch.

   - Stir in the honey or maple syrup to bind the ingredients together into a sticky mixture. Set aside.

 

#### 2. **Melt the Chocolate**:

   - Break the dark chocolate and milk chocolate into pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl.

   - Melt the chocolate using a double boiler method: Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth and melted. Alternatively, you can microwave the chocolate in short intervals, stirring in between.

   - Once the chocolate has melted, add the heavy cream and butter, stirring until the mixture is silky and glossy.

 

#### 3. **Assemble the Chocolate**:

   - Line a small baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches) with parchment paper or wax paper.

   - Pour half of the melted chocolate into the lined pan, spreading it into an even layer.

   - Carefully spoon small amounts of the date and nut filling and spread it evenly over the chocolate layer. Gently press down to compact the mixture.

   - Pour the remaining melted chocolate over the filling, spreading it to cover the dates and nuts completely. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove any air bubbles.

 

#### 4. **Chill and Set**:

   - Place the pan in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours or until the chocolate has completely set and hardened.

 

#### 5. **Decorate and Serve**:

   - Once set, remove the chocolate from the pan and cut it into squares or rectangles.

   - If desired, decorate the top with crushed pistachios, edible gold leaf, and a few extra rose petals to make it even more special and elegant.

 

#### 6. **Enjoy**:

   - Serve the **Homemade Dubai Chocolate** as a luxurious treat with tea or coffee, or gift it to someone special for a taste of indulgence.

   - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

 

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### **Tips**:

- **Customizations**: You can add other nuts like cashews, walnuts, or hazelnuts if you prefer different textures and flavors.

- **Flavor**: For an even richer flavor, try adding a small pinch of saffron to the melted chocolate.

- **Decoration**: If you don’t have edible gold leaf, crushed pistachios or a drizzle of dark chocolate on top can still make your chocolate look stunning.

- **Storage**: Keep the chocolate chilled, as the cream and butter can soften it at room temperature.

 

This **Homemade Dubai Chocolate** recipe offers a luxurious, aromatic, and sweet treat that's perfect for any occasion. With the combination of rich chocolate, aromatic rose water, and crunchy nuts, it’s a true taste of Dubai's opulence!