Description
Indulgent Dubai Chocolate Bar blends Middle Eastern flavors with rich chocolate decadence. Silky layers of smooth ganache and delicate spices promise a luxurious dessert experience you’ll savor with each elegant bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup (80 grams) unsweetened coconut flakes
Nuts:
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) chopped almonds or pistachios
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare an 8-inch baking dish by lining it completely with parchment paper, ensuring full coverage of the bottom and sides.
- Select a microwave-safe bowl and combine dark chocolate with unsalted butter, microwaving in 30-second increments at 50% power until fully melted and creating a glossy, smooth texture.
- Whisk sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture, stirring until completely integrated and achieving a uniform consistency.
- Gently incorporate coconut flakes and chopped nuts into the chocolate base, folding carefully to ensure even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the entire chocolate mixture into the prepared baking dish, using a spatula to spread it uniformly and eliminate any potential air pockets by gently tapping the dish on the countertop.
- Chill the chocolate bar in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours, or until the mixture has solidified completely and maintains a firm texture.
- Once set, remove from refrigerator and lift the parchment paper to extract the chocolate bar, then slice into precise squares or rectangular portions using a sharp knife.
Notes
- Toast nuts before adding to enhance their rich, nutty flavor and bring out deeper, more complex taste profiles.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for a more intense and sophisticated chocolate experience.
- Customize the recipe by swapping coconut flakes with different mix-ins like dried fruits, pretzels, or crushed cookies for unique texture variations.
- For a dietary-friendly version, substitute dairy ingredients with vegan alternatives like coconut cream and plant-based butter to accommodate different nutritional needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 399 kcal
- Sugar: 33 g
- Sodium: 36 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 23 mg