How long does kunafa chocolate last?

When stored properly in an airtight container, kunafa chocolate bars can last up to two weeks in the refrigerator. They’re at their best during the first 5–7 days when the texture is crisp and the flavor is vibrant. For longer storage, freeze them individually and thaw before serving.

How long do your kunafa chocolate bars stay fresh?

Our homemade bars, much like the original, stay fresh for up to 14 days in the fridge . Make sure to store them in a sealed container to prevent moisture and odors from affecting their delicate flavors. For the ideal taste and texture, let them rest at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving.

What is so special about Dubai chocolate?

Dubai chocolate is known for blending Middle Eastern flavors with modern luxury presentation. What makes this chocolate bar special is its silky pistachio cream, crispy kunafa pastry , and sometimes even hints of tahini or rosewater . These combinations make it unlike anything you’d find in a traditional chocolate bar.

What does pistachio kunafa taste like?

Expect a beautiful contrast: buttery, floral sweetness from the pistachio cream , a rich crunch from the kataifi pastry , and the smooth shell of high-quality chocolate. It’s creamy, crispy, slightly nutty, and absolutely decadent—like a pastry and a chocolate bar merged into one perfect dessert bite.

Dubai Pistachio Kunafa Chocolate Bar: Make This Viral Treat

Name: Dubai Pistachio Kunafa Chocolate Bar
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 2–4 bars
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 400 g dark, milk, or white chocolate; 30 g unsalted butter; 150 g kataifi pastry; 250 g pistachio cream

Description

A Dubai-inspired chocolate bar stuffed with creamy pistachio butter and toasted kataifi pastry. A rich, crunchy treat with Middle Eastern flair.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups Dark chocolate chips

3 tablespoons coconut oil, divided

1 tablespoon tahini

8 ounces raw pistachio butter

6 ounces kataifi pastry dough (shredded phyllo)

2 tablespoons white chocolate chips (optional)

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Instructions

1. Melt white chocolate and drizzle into chocolate bar molds (optional).

2. Melt dark chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon coconut oil in microwave.

3. Spoon 2 tbsp chocolate into each mold and spread to cover. Refrigerate to set.

4. Chop kataifi dough finely. Toast in a pan with 2 tbsp coconut oil until golden.

5. Remove from heat and stir in pistachio butter and tahini. Mix until smooth.

6. Spoon filling into molds and press down evenly.

7. Cover each bar with remaining melted chocolate.

8. Refrigerate for 20 minutes or freeze for 10 minutes.

9. Remove from molds and enjoy!

Notes

These bars are rich—cut in half for smaller servings.

Store in fridge up to 10 days.

More kataifi adds crunch, less adds creaminess.

Use high-quality pistachio butter for best taste.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-bake
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 731
Sugar: 23g
Sodium: 212mg
Fat: 49g
Saturated Fat: 28g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 63g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 2mg