What is a Dubai chocolate cake?

Dubai chocolate cake is a layered dessert inspired by the viral Dubai chocolate bar. It features milk chocolate cake layers, a filling of pistachio paste and toasted Kataifi, and a rich chocolate buttercream. The result is a luxurious, bakery-style cake that brings together Middle Eastern ingredients and modern presentation.

What is so special about Dubai chocolate?

Dubai chocolate is known for its rich, smooth texture, high-quality ingredients, and often gold-wrapped packaging. It blends creamy milk chocolate with fillings like pistachio and crispy phyllo for a taste that feels elegant and indulgent. Limited availability and striking presentation also add to its appeal.

Is Costco selling Dubai chocolate?

Some Costco locations and online resellers have offered Dubai-style chocolate bars, especially during seasonal sales. However, availability is inconsistent and varies by region. Most versions are inspired by the original viral bar and may include similar packaging or ingredients.

Why is Dubai chocolate so expensive?

Dubai chocolate carries a higher price due to premium ingredients, imported packaging, and limited distribution. Its exclusivity and viral popularity also drive demand, making it a luxury item. The good news is, you can recreate the same rich experience at home with recipes like this Dubai chocolate cake.

Dubai Chocolate Cake Recipe: Irresistible Homemade Luxury

Name: Dubai Chocolate Cake: The Ultimate Rich And Rewarding Treat
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Middle Eastern Inspired
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 2/3 cup granulated sugar; 3 large eggs, room temperature; 2/3 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/3 cup sour cream, room temperature; 2 1/6 cups cake flour; 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp cocoa powder; 2/3 teaspoon salt; 1 1/3 cups buttermilk, room temperature; 1 tablespoon white distilled vinegar; 1 2/3 teaspoons baking soda; 1 cup pistachio paste; 1/2 cup toasted kataifi; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 10 oz semi-sweet chocolate; 2 cups unsalted butter, slightly cold; 5 cups powdered sugar, sifted; 1 tbsp vanilla extract; Pinch of salt

Description

A luxurious layered Dubai chocolate cake filled with pistachio paste, toasted kataifi, and chocolate ganache buttercream.

Ingredients

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FOR THE MILK CHOCOLATE CAKE:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature

1/2 cup brown sugar

2/3 cup granulated sugar

3 large eggs, room temperature

2/3 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/3 cup sour cream, room temperature

2 1/6 cups cake flour

1/3 cup + 1 tbsp cocoa powder

2/3 teaspoon salt

1 1/3 cups buttermilk, room temperature

1 tablespoon white distilled vinegar

1 2/3 teaspoons baking soda

FOR THE FILLING:

1 cup pistachio paste

1/2 cup toasted kataifi

FOR THE BUTTERCREAM:

1/4 cup heavy cream

10 oz semi-sweet chocolate

2 cups unsalted butter, slightly cold

5 cups powdered sugar, sifted

1 tbsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Prepare two 8-inch pans with spray and parchment.

2. Whisk cake flour, cocoa, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.

3. Cream butter and sugars until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.

4. Add flour mix and buttermilk in alternating additions.

5. Mix vinegar and baking soda. Add to batter and stir. Fold in sour cream.

6. Divide batter, bake 25–30 minutes. Cool, then cut each layer in half for four layers.

7. Mix pistachio paste with toasted kataifi for filling.

8. Heat cream and pour over chocolate to make ganache. Let cool.

9. Beat butter, add ganache, then sugar, vanilla, and salt to make buttercream.

10. Assemble cake: layer cake, rim of buttercream, pistachio filling. Repeat.

11. Crumb coat the cake and chill. Finish frosting and decorate.

Notes

To make homemade pistachio paste, boil and peel pistachios, then blend with water until smooth.

For homemade kataifi, shred phyllo and toast with butter.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Middle Eastern Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 540
Sugar: 42g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 54g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 105mg