How to Make Dubai Kunafa Chocolate: Quick & Delicious Dessert

Name: How to Make Dubai Kunafa Chocolate: Quick & Delicious Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 500 grams Kunafa Dough (Thawed and shredded); 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (Melted); 200 grams Milk or Dark Chocolate (Chopped); 1 cup Simple Syrup (Prepared in advance (1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, boiled)); 1/4 cup Pistachios (Crushed, for garnish (optional))

Learn how to make the viral Dubai Kunafa Chocolate, a delightful dessert featuring crispy kunafa pastry layered with rich melted chocolate. This easy-to-follow recipe brings the trending sweet treat right to your kitchen, perfect for any occasion.

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Golden Crispy Kunafa Chocolate

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

40m

Total Time

Servings

Medium

Middle Eastern

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

Protein

55g

Carbs

25g

Fat

A Perfect Slice with Melty Chocolate

Ingredients

Kunafa Dough
(Thawed and shredded)
500 grams
Unsalted Butter
(Melted)
1 cup

Milk or Dark Chocolate
(Chopped)
200 grams
Simple Syrup
(Prepared in advance (1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, boiled))
1 cup
Pistachios
(Crushed, for garnish (optional))
1 cup

Servings: 8

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Kunafa with Pistachio Garnish

Instructions

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Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a large bowl, combine the shredded kunafa dough with the melted butter, ensuring all strands are well coated.
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Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a large bowl, combine the shredded kunafa dough with the melted butter, ensuring all strands are well coated.
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Ensure the kunafa is completely defrosted for easy shredding and better butter absorption.
2
Melt the chopped chocolate using a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
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Melt the chopped chocolate using a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
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Do not overheat the chocolate to prevent it from seizing. Stir frequently.

3
Take half of the buttered kunafa dough and press it firmly into the bottom of a 20cm (8-inch) round baking pan, creating an even layer.
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Take half of the buttered kunafa dough and press it firmly into the bottom of a 20cm (8-inch) round baking pan, creating an even layer.
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Use the back of a spoon or your hands to press down the kunafa firmly for a compact base.
4
Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the kunafa layer in the pan, spreading it to the edges but leaving a small border to prevent overflow.
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Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the kunafa layer in the pan, spreading it to the edges but leaving a small border to prevent overflow.
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Ensure the chocolate layer is even for consistent taste in every bite.
5
Cover the chocolate layer with the remaining kunafa dough, gently pressing it down to seal the filling.
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Cover the chocolate layer with the remaining kunafa dough, gently pressing it down to seal the filling.
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Be gentle to avoid disturbing the chocolate layer underneath.

6
Bake the kunafa for 20-25 minutes, or until the top layer is golden brown and crispy. Alternatively, you can cook it on the stovetop over medium heat, flipping halfway.
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Bake the kunafa for 20-25 minutes, or until the top layer is golden brown and crispy. Alternatively, you can cook it on the stovetop over medium heat, flipping halfway.
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Keep an eye on it to prevent burning, as kunafa can brown quickly.
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Once out of the oven, immediately pour the cold simple syrup evenly over the hot kunafa. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes to absorb the syrup, then garnish with crushed pistachios if desired. Serve warm.
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Once out of the oven, immediately pour the cold simple syrup evenly over the hot kunafa. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes to absorb the syrup, then garnish with crushed pistachios if desired. Serve warm.
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The contrast between hot kunafa and cold syrup is key for the perfect texture.