If you love chocolate-covered strawberries, get ready for an upgrade! This Dubai chocolate strawberry cup is crispy, creamy, and absolutely irresistible. It’s the perfect mix of textures, juicy strawberries, velvety pistachio cream, crispy kataifi dough, and smooth, melted chocolate. Whether you’re making it for a special occasion or just treating yourself, this recipe is easy, delicious, and worth every bite!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe?
- Simple but impressive – Looks fancy, but it’s easy to make.
- Uses pantry staples – No hard-to-find ingredients required.
- Perfect texture – Crispy, creamy, and juicy all in one bite.
- Customizable – Switch up the chocolate or toppings to your taste.
- Always a favorite – Chocolate and strawberries are a winning combo!
Ingredients
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- Strawberries – Fresh, juicy, and naturally sweet.
- Pistachio Cream – Adds a creamy, nutty layer to balance the flavors.
- Kataifi Phyllo Dough – Gives the dessert its signature crispy texture.
- Butter – Helps crisp up the kataifi dough for the perfect bite.
- Milk Chocolate – Melts smoothly and coats the strawberries beautifully.
- Pistachio Nuts – Adds crunch and enhances the nutty flavor.
Substitution and Additions
- No kataifi dough? Use crushed phyllo or even puff pastry.
- Want a different chocolate? Try dark or white chocolate instead.
- No pistachio cream? Swap with almond butter or Nutella.
- Need dairy-free? Use coconut oil instead of butter and dairy-free chocolate.
- Extra crunch? Sprinkle with chopped almonds or hazelnuts.
How to Make Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cups
- Prepare the kataifi dough – Chop and mix with melted butter. Toast in a pan until golden brown or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes until golden then let it cool down.
- Combine kataifi dough and pistachio cream in a small bowl and set aside.
- Melt the chocolate – In a microwave or double boiler, melt the milk chocolate.
- Assemble the cups – Layer strawberries, toasted kataifi with pistachio cream, and drizzle with melted chocolate in a serving cup.
- Garnish and serve – Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and enjoy!
Storage
Store assembled cups in the fridge for up to 2 days. Keep chocolate-covered strawberries separate if prepping in advance. Best enjoyed fresh!
Rose's Quick Tips
- Use ripe but firm strawberries for the best texture.
- Let the chocolate set fully before assembling to avoid a mess.
- Toast the kataifi dough for extra crispiness and flavor.
- Make the kataifi dough and chocolate-covered strawberries ahead of time! This way, all you have to do is assemble when you’re ready to serve.
Recipe FAQs
It’s made with high-quality cocoa and luxury ingredients, making it a premium treat.
It combines strawberries, pistachio cream, crispy kataifi dough, and rich chocolate.
Dubai chocolate is known for its high-quality ingredients and unique flavors.
It’s kataifi phyllo dough, a crispy shredded pastry used in Middle Eastern desserts.
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Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cup
Equipment
- 1 bowl for melting chocolate
- 1 skillet or small pan for toasting kataifi and butter
- 1 cup or dessert bowl
Ingredients
- 8 medium-sized Strawberries
- ½ cup Pistachio Cream
- ½ cup Kataifi Phyllo Dough chopped
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- ¾ cup Milk Chocolate melted
- ¼ cup Pistachio nuts
Instructions
- Prepare the kataifi dough – Chop and mix with melted butter. Toast in a pan until golden brown or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes until golden then let it cool down.
- Combine kataifi dough and pistachio cream in a small bowl and set aside.
- Melt the chocolate – In a microwave or double boiler, melt the milk chocolate.
- Assemble the cups – Layer strawberries, toasted kataifi with pistachio cream, and drizzle with melted chocolate in a serving cup.
- Garnish and serve – Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and enjoy!
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Notes
- Use ripe but firm strawberries for the best texture.
- Let the chocolate set fully before assembling to avoid a mess.
- Toast the kataifi dough for extra crispiness and flavor.
- Make the kataifi dough and chocolate-covered strawberries ahead of time! This way, all you have to do is assemble when you’re ready to serve.
Rose Sioson says
This chocolate strawberry cup is such a fun, delicious treat! The mix of crispy, creamy, and chocolatey flavors is truly special. I hope you love it as much as I do—let me know if you try it!