Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with Dubai Chocolate Balls featuring a Pistachio Kunefe Filling. These no-bake treats bring together the richness of dark chocolate and the creamy essence of pistachios, enhanced by the unique crunch of kunefe pastry. Perfect for festive gatherings or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these chocolate balls are a gourmet experience that will leave your guests impressed. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are not just a treat but a conversation starter at any event.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 ounces kataifi pastry
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 5.3 ounces white chocolate
- 5.3 ounces natural pistachio butter
- 1.5 teaspoon neutral tasting vegetable oil (optional)
- 1 pinch of salt
- 14.1 ounces dark chocolate (55-65% cocoa, melted and tempered)
- 3 tablespoons chopped pistachios (for decoration)
Instructions
- Chop kataifi pastry into small pieces and fluff to separate threads.
- Toast the kataifi in a pot with melted butter over medium heat until golden brown and crispy; let cool.
- Melt white chocolate in a heatproof bowl and mix in pistachio butter and salt; allow to cool completely.
- Combine the toasted kataifi with the cooled pistachio mixture; refrigerate if runny.
- Form small balls from the mixture and freeze until firm.
- Dip each ball in melted dark chocolate, sprinkle with chopped pistachios, and let set.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg