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Easy Pistachio Cream Spread perfect for Dubai Chocolate Bars and desserts.

Easy Pistachio Cream Spread — Dubai Chocolate Filling

This creamy, nutty pistachio cream spread is perfect for making Dubai-style chocolate bars or enjoying on toast. It's a simple recipe that allows you to control the sweetness and texture, giving you a delightful treat that feels gourmet but is easy to make at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Gourmet, Middle Eastern
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pistachio Cream Ingredients
  • 1 cup pistachios, unsalted (shelled) Use good quality pistachios for the best flavor.
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons sugar or honey Start small, adjust later based on sweetness preference.
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil or melted coconut oil Adds smoothness.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances flavor.
  • 3 to 5 tablespoons white chocolate, melted Optional, adds candy-shop flavor.
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons tahini Optional, for a deeper nutty taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Blanch the pistachios if desired for a bright green look. Otherwise, skip this step.
  2. Blend the pistachios in a food processor until they form a thick paste, scraping down the sides as necessary.
  3. Add sugar or honey, salt, and oil to the blended pistachios. Blend until smooth.
  4. Optionally, stir in melted white chocolate and tahini to enhance flavor and texture.
Chilling
  1. Chill the filling for 15 to 30 minutes before using it in chocolate shells.
Chocolate Tempering
  1. Chop chocolate into small pieces. Microwave about two-thirds of it in short bursts, stirring frequently.
  2. Once mostly melted with a few lumps, stir until smooth. Then add the remaining chocolate and stir until fully melted.
Assembly
  1. Spread a thin layer of tempered chocolate in molds, chill it, then add the pistachio filling and toasted kataifi.
  2. Seal with more tempered chocolate and chill until set.

Notes

Store the pistachio cream spread in a clean jar in the fridge for about 1 week. Allow it to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before use. Chocolate bars are best stored in a cool place or in the fridge in an airtight container. Enjoy the creamy filling in other desserts like yogurt or oatmeal.