Dubai Chocolate Bar Recipe
This indulgent chocolate bar combines classic dessert layers with luxurious Middle Eastern ingredients like chopped Medjool dates, ground cardamom, and pistachios for a rich Dubai-inspired twist.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 40 min
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts & Treats
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern / Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
Base Layer:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup melted unsalted butter
- ¼ cup brown sugar
Filling & Flavor Boost:
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup chopped Medjool dates (optional)
- ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Chocolate Layer:
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios or almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix crust ingredients (graham crumbs, melted butter, and sugar) and press into the pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
- Combine filling ingredients and pour over the cooled crust. Bake for another 12–15 minutes.
- Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil and spread over the cooled filling.
- Top with chopped pistachios and chill for at least 2 hours.
- Slice and serve. Use a hot knife for clean edges.
Notes
- Swap dates for raisins or figs, or skip them for a smoother filling.
- Use gluten-free graham crackers for a GF version.
- Replace condensed milk with coconut milk and use vegan chocolate for a dairy-free option.
- Serve with Turkish coffee or spiced chai.
- Garnish with edible rose petals or white chocolate drizzle for flair.
Nutrition
- Calories: Approx. 280 per bar
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