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Dubai Chocolate Brownies

A decadent treat combining rich dark chocolate and crunchy kataifi, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine: American, Middle Eastern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Mixture
  • 200 g dark chocolate (7 oz), between 65-75% cocoa Use high-quality dark chocolate for best flavor.
  • 100 g unsalted butter Softened for mixing.
  • 25 g Dutch processed cocoa powder
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature Ensure eggs are at room temperature.
  • 150 g granulated sugar
  • 50 g light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp instant coffee To enhance chocolate flavor.
  • 1 tsp hot water To dissolve coffee.
  • 98 g all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Kataifi Topping
  • 200 g shredded kataifi A Middle Eastern pastry.
  • 85 g unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 tsp salt Use more if desired.
  • 370 g pistachio cream Plus more for decoration.
  • 3 tbsp tahini (optional) Can replace with more pistachio cream.
Ganache
  • 120 g heavy cream
  • 150 g chopped milk or semi-sweet chocolate

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 335°F (170°C) and brush a 9x9 inch pan with softened butter, then add parchment paper.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the chocolate and 100g butter together, stirring until smooth, then mix in the cocoa powder.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Combine the melted chocolate mixture with the egg mixture and add dissolved instant coffee.
  5. Gently fold in flour, baking powder, and salt.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 23-25 minutes.
  2. Let the brownies cool for about 10 minutes, then chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Kataifi Topping
  1. Mix shredded kataifi with melted butter and bake until golden.
  2. Combine the crispy kataifi with pistachio cream, tahini, and a pinch of salt to spread over the chilled brownies.
Ganache
  1. Melt heavy cream with chopped chocolate until smooth, then pour it over the pistachio layer.
  2. Chill again before slicing.

Notes

For an extra touch, consider topping with sea salt or incorporating nuts into the batter. Can also serve with caramel sauce.