Dubai Chocolate Balls Delight
Dubai Chocolate Balls Delight is a rich and creamy bite-sized dessert blending high-quality dark chocolate, exotic Middle Eastern spices, and crunchy pistachios. This decadent treat offers a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth experience perfect for chocolate lovers seeking an elegant and unique indulgence inspired by Dubai’s vibrant culinary scene.
- Author: Barbara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 20-25 balls 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Bake / Melting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten Free
Main Ingredients
- 200g high-quality dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa content)
- 100g condensed milk
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 50g chopped pistachios
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Step 1: Melt the Chocolate and Butter – Gently melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring frequently until smooth and glossy.
- Step 2: Mix in Condensed Milk and Spices – Remove the melted chocolate from heat and stir in the condensed milk and ground cardamom until fully combined, creating a thick, luscious batter.
- Step 3: Add Pistachios – Fold in the chopped pistachios evenly throughout the mixture to add crunch and texture that contrasts beautifully with the creamy chocolate.
- Step 4: Chill the Mixture – Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the mix is firm enough to roll into balls without sticking to your hands.
- Step 5: Shape and Coat – Using your hands, roll small portions of the mixture into bite-sized balls and then gently toss them in cocoa powder to coat evenly, enhancing the flavor and appearance.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for the richest and smoothest flavor.
- Chill the mixture thoroughly for easy shaping and perfect texture.
- Dust the balls generously with cocoa powder to improve flavor and prevent stickiness.
- Adjust the amount of cardamom to taste for a subtle or more pronounced spice.
- Work with chilled or slightly cold hands to prevent melting the mixture while shaping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chocolate ball (approx. 20g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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