Dubai-Style Luxury Chocolate Bar
This handcrafted Dubai-style chocolate bar combines rich dark chocolate with exotic Middle Eastern flavors, including saffron, cardamom, pistachios, and a hint of rosewater. A luxurious treat that reflects Dubai’s opulent chocolate culture.
Equipment
- Double Boiler or Heatproof Bowl
- Silicone Chocolate Molds
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
Chocolate Base
- 200 g dark chocolate at least 70% cocoa, chopped
- 1 tbsp cocoa butter for a smooth texture
- 1/2 tsp cardamom powder adds warmth and depth
- 1/4 tsp saffron threads lightly crushed
- 1 tsp rosewater for a delicate floral note
- 2 tbsp chopped pistachios for crunch and visual appeal
- 2 tbsp chopped dates adds natural sweetness
- 1/2 tsp sea salt flakes for contrast and balance
Optional Gold Dust Finish
- 1/4 tsp edible gold dust for a luxurious finish
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate and cocoa butter using a double boiler or heatproof bowl set over simmering water. Stir gently until smooth.
- Remove from heat and mix in cardamom powder, saffron threads, and rosewater.
- Let the mixture cool slightly before folding in the chopped pistachios and dates.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into silicone chocolate bar molds and smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Sprinkle with sea salt flakes and lightly dust with edible gold for a luxurious finish.
- Refrigerate for at least 90 minutes, or until fully set.
- Carefully remove from molds and store in an airtight container in a cool place.
Notes
For an even silkier texture, temper the chocolate before molding by heating to 45°C (113°F), cooling to 27°C (80°F), and reheating to 31°C (88°F).