Dubai Pistachio Chocolate

Rustic Dubai Pistachio Chocolate bars stacked on white marble, filled with textured pistachio cream and dusted with chopped pistachios, with whole pistachios scattered in front and a blurred bowl in the background. — Homemade Dubai Pistachio Chocolate—milk chocolate bars with creamy pistachio filling and a dusting of pistachio for the perfect luxury treat.

Dubai Pistachio Chocolate is a luxurious homemade treat that blends smooth milk chocolate with a creamy pistachio filling, creating an indulgence worthy of any special occasion. With each bite, you’ll enjoy the balance of nutty pistachios and silky chocolate, finished with a rustic dusting of crushed nuts for an elegant, handcrafted look.

This recipe is inspired by the sweet traditions of Dubai, where pistachios and chocolate often come together in desserts that symbolize both luxury and hospitality. By combining finely ground pistachios with a touch of cream and butter, the filling stays rich yet slightly textured, giving these bars a truly artisan feel.

Best of all, they are surprisingly simple to make at home. With just a handful of ingredients and a little patience, you can create a batch of chocolates that look like they came straight from a boutique shop. Perfect for gifting, serving at gatherings, or treating yourself, these pistachio-filled bars bring a taste of Dubai’s elegance to your own kitchen.

Recipe Yield: about 6 chocolate bars (depending on mold size)

INGREDIENTS

10 oz milk chocolate, chopped
2 oz dark chocolate, chopped
1 cup pistachios (shelled, unsalted)
3 tbsp powdered sugar
2 tbsp heavy cream
1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp rose water or orange blossom water (optional, for Middle Eastern flair)
2 tbsp finely chopped pistachios (for dusting garnish)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prepare pistachio filling:
In a food processor, blend pistachios until finely ground. Add powdered sugar, heavy cream, butter, and rose water (if using). Process until you get a creamy, slightly textured pistachio paste. Chill for 20 minutes to firm.

2. Melt chocolate:
Combine the chopped milk chocolate and dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Melt over a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until glossy and smooth.

3. Mold the shells:
Spoon a little melted chocolate into silicone bar molds. Tilt and swirl to coat sides. Chill for 5 minutes, then repeat with another thin layer to make sturdy shells.

4. Add pistachio filling:
Spoon the pistachio mixture into each shell, leaving a little space on top for sealing. Press down lightly to keep filling compact and even.

5. Seal and finish:
Pour remaining melted chocolate over the filling to close. Tap molds gently to remove air bubbles. Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top for a textured, homemade finish.

6. Chill and serve:
Refrigerate for 30 minutes until set. Pop out of molds and store in an airtight container. Serve at room temperature for best flavor.

Helpful Tips to Perfect This Recipe

Keep the filling rustic: Don’t over-blend the pistachios—slight texture keeps the filling authentic and matches the look.
Use milk + dark chocolate: This blend prevents the bars from being too sweet while keeping the milk chocolate appearance.
Add a dusting garnish: Finely chopped pistachios sprinkled on top create the “homemade luxury” look and taste.

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