This is a fun spin on the viral Dubai chocolate bar. This recipe combines decadent chocolate and juicy strawberries with layers of crunchy kataifi and creamy pistachio cream. These elegant treats are perfect for a special occasion or a simple indulgence.

Ingredients:
Dubai chocolate covered strawberries in a cup:
- 2 cups kataifi pastry (shredded phyllo dough) – toasted to make it crunchy
- 1 tbl unsalted butter – to toast the kataifi
- 1/2 cup pistachio crème – makes the most irresistible creamy pistachio filling
- 1 tbl tahini paste – adds a touch of nuttiness and brings out the pistachio flavors
- 1 lbs fresh strawberries
- 1 bar of Tony’s milk chocolate bar (6.34 oz)
- Clear plastic cups (4 small cups, depending on serving size)
For garnish:
- Edible gold leaf (optional, for a luxurious touch)
- Crushed pistachios
- Strawberry slices

Instructions:
- Prepare the Kataifi Filling:
- Heat the unsalted butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the shredded kataifi pastry and toast until golden and crunchy. Set aside to cool.
- Combine the pistachio crème and tahini in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-blended. Fold in the cooled kataifi pastry for a crunchy, creamy filling.
- Chop up one container of strawberries into bite-sized pieces
- roughly chop up one bar (6.34 oz) of Tony’s milk chocolate or any chocolate of your choice, then melt in the microwave in a glass dish in 30-second intervals while stirring until the chocolate is melted.

- Assemble the Cups:
- Take the clear plastic cups and add a thin layer of melted chocolate
- Then, add a layer of the fresh strawberry slices. (about 2-3 strawberries, add as little or as much as you like)
- Add a layer of the kataifi filling on top of the strawberries. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the kataifi layer.
- Repeat the layers of strawberries, kataifi filling, and chocolate drizzle until the cups are filled. Top off the cups with fresh strawberries.

- Garnish:
- Drizzle melted chocolate or Nutella on top of the final layer.
- Sprinkle with crushed pistachios and, if desired, a small piece of edible gold leaf for that Dubai-inspired elegance.
- Serve:
- Chill the cups for another 10 minutes to set the layers.
- Serve cold and enjoy luxurious flavors, nutty pistachio, and aromatic tahini. These cups make the perfect Valentine’s day dessert or a delightful treat for any holiday.
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Tips for Success:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and presentation.
- Adjust the sweetness of the filling to your preference by adding more or less pistachio crème.
- They taste better as they sit in the fridge for a little.
These Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cups are as delightful to eat as they are to make. They bring together rich, traditional flavors in a modern, elegant presentation. Whether hosting a party or treating yourself, this recipe makes you feel like royalty.

Dubai Chocolate covered Strawberry in a cup
This is a fun spin on the viral Dubai chocolate bar. This recipe combines decadent chocolate and juicy strawberries with layers of crunchy kataifi and creamy pistachio cream. These elegant treats are perfect for a special occasion or a simple indulenc.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
5 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 2 cups kataifi pastry (shredded phyllo dough) – toasted to make it crunchy
- 1 tbls unsalted butter – to toast the kataifi
- 1/2 cup pistachio crème – makes the most irresistible creamy pistachio filling
- 1 tbls tahini -adds a touch of nuttiness and brings out the pistachio flavors
- 1 lbs fresh strawberries
- 1 Tony/s milk chocolate bar (6.34 oz)
- Clear plastic cups (4 small cups, depending on serving size)
Instructions
Prepare the Kataifi Filling:
- Heat the unsalted butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the shredded kataifi pastry and toast until golden and crunchy. Set aside to cool.
- Combine the pistachio crème and tahini in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-blended. Fold in the cooled kataifi pastry for a crunchy, creamy filling.
- Chop up one container of strawberries into bite-sized pieces
- roughly chop up one bar (6.34 oz) of Tony’s milk chocolate or any chocolate of your choice, then melt in the microwave in a glass dish in 30-second intervals while stirring until the chocolate is melted.
Assemble the Cups:
- Take the clear plastic cups and add a thin layer of melted chocolate
- Then, add a layer of the fresh strawberry slices. (about 2-3 strawberries, add as little or as much as you like)
- Add a layer of the kataifi filling on top of the strawberries. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the kataifi layer.
- Repeat the layers of strawberries, kataifi filling, and chocolate drizzle until the cups are filled. Top off the cups with fresh strawberries.
Garnish:
- Drizzle melted chocolate or Nutella on top of the final layer.Sprinkle with crushed pistachios and, if desired, a small piece of edible gold leaf for that Dubai-inspired elegance
Serve:
- Chill the cups for another 10 minutes to set the layers.Serve cold and enjoy luxurious flavors, nutty pistachio, and aromatic tahini. These cups make the perfect Valentine’s day dessert or a delightful treat for any holiday.
Keyword dessert, dubai chocolate, valntines day dessert
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