{"id":52580,"date":"2025-11-05T07:40:17","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T07:40:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=52580"},"modified":"2025-11-05T07:42:43","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T07:42:43","slug":"dubai-chocolate-cake-christmas-dinner-desserts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/dubai-chocolate-cake-christmas-dinner-desserts\/","title":{"rendered":"Irresistible Dubai Chocolate Cake with Pistachio Twist &#8211; Joyful Christmas Dinner Desserts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dubai Chocolate Cake \u2014 a decadent, pistachio-stuffed showstopper<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dubai Chocolate Cake<\/strong> is the kind of dessert that makes people stop scrolling and start planning dinner parties. Think ultra-moist chocolate layers, a crunchy <strong>kataifi<\/strong>-pistachio center, and a glossy chocolate sauce that oozes luxury. It borrows the drama of those viral Dubai chocolate bar desserts and turns it into a cake that\u2019s absolutely worthy of <strong>Christmas Dinner Desserts<\/strong> or any celebration that calls for serious indulgence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Short, punchy intro: this cake is rich, dramatic, and gloriously over-the-top \u2014 but surprisingly straightforward to make. Ready to become the person who brings the dessert everyone talks about?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you\u2019ll fall for this cake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pure chocolate bliss.<\/strong> The cake layers stay moist and tender, and the coffee in the batter deepens the chocolate flavor (you won\u2019t taste coffee \u2014 you\u2019ll taste <em>better<\/em> chocolate).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Textural contrast.<\/strong> The crunchy kataifi and pistachio filling cuts through the silky ganache for a perfect bite.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Looks like a million bucks.<\/strong> With simple <strong>Chocolate Cake Decorations<\/strong> \u2014 crushed pistachios, spun kataifi, and glossy ganache \u2014 this cake will steal the show.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Versatile showstopper.<\/strong> Slice it for casual dessert or plate it for a fancy holiday menu \u2014 it works both ways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The story behind the recipe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember when those Dubai chocolate bar desserts took over social feeds? I got obsessed. I wanted that molten, nutty center inside a cake that people could easily share. After a few experiments (and a few ruined glazes \u2014 don\u2019t ask), I landed on a method that gives you the molten pistachio core plus a cake that holds together for slicing. The kataifi gives that beautiful crisp-crunch you find in Middle Eastern pastries, and combined with pistachio cream it becomes nothing short of addictive. Instant hit at my last dinner party \u2014 and yes, people asked for the recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients breakdown (short blurbs)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the cake<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All-purpose flour \u2014 structure, the backbone of the cake.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cocoa powder \u2014 use Dutch process for deeper color and flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Granulated sugar \u2014 sweetness and tender crumb.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eggs \u2014 bind and leaven.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oil (neutral) \u2014 keeps the cake moist longer than butter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hot coffee \u2014 intensifies chocolate flavor. <strong>Don\u2019t skip it.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the pistachio filling<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Kataifi (shredded phyllo) \u2014 toasts into crispy threads and adds texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pistachio cream (or finely ground pistachios + a little cream) \u2014 the nutty, creamy heart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Butter \u2014 helps toast the kataifi and carry flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the chocolate sauce<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Milk or semi-sweet chocolate bar \u2014 choose quality; it matters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heavy cream or table cream \u2014 for silky ganache. Table cream gives an ultra-rich Dubai-style finish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Garnishes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Crushed pistachios, toasted kataifi bits, edible gold leaf (optional for drama).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irresistible-Dubai-Chocolate-Cake-with-Pistachio-Twist-Joyful-Christmas-Dinner-Desserts-2.webp\" alt=\"Slice of glossy chocolate cake with pistachio-kataifi filling, drippy chocolate ganache, crushed pistachios and toasted kataifi on a white plate, Dubai Chocolate Cake.\" class=\"wp-image-52583\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irresistible-Dubai-Chocolate-Cake-with-Pistachio-Twist-Joyful-Christmas-Dinner-Desserts-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irresistible-Dubai-Chocolate-Cake-with-Pistachio-Twist-Joyful-Christmas-Dinner-Desserts-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irresistible-Dubai-Chocolate-Cake-with-Pistachio-Twist-Joyful-Christmas-Dinner-Desserts-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irresistible-Dubai-Chocolate-Cake-with-Pistachio-Twist-Joyful-Christmas-Dinner-Desserts-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to make Dubai Chocolate Cake \u2014 step-by-step<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(Short, precise steps. Keep it friendly.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prep &amp; bake the cake layers.<\/strong><br>Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Mix dry ingredients in one bowl. Whisk eggs, oil, and milk in another. Combine wet and dry, then pour in hot coffee and fold gently. Pour into greased 8\u20139 inch pans and bake ~25 minutes or until a skewer comes out mostly clean. Cool completely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make the crunchy kataifi-pistachio filling.<\/strong><br>Melt a knob of butter in a skillet. Add kataifi and toast, stirring, until golden and crisp. Let cool. Fold kataifi into pistachio cream \u2014 the mixture should be spreadable, not soupy. Chill if it feels too loose.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prepare the chocolate ganache.<\/strong><br>Heat cream or table cream until simmering. Pour over chopped chocolate; wait 3\u20135 minutes, then whisk until smooth and glossy. Let cool slightly so it thickens but remains pourable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Assemble the cake.<\/strong><br>Level your layers if needed. Place first cake layer on a board, spread a generous layer of the kataifi-pistachio filling, then top with the second cake layer. Pour chocolate ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Garnish &amp; finish.<\/strong><br>Sprinkle with crushed pistachios and reserved toasted kataifi. Add any <strong>Chocolate Cake Decorations<\/strong> you love \u2014 white chocolate shards, gold dust, or piped buttercream accents.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pro tips for perfect results<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use room-temperature eggs and ingredients<\/strong> for even mixing and better rise.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hot coffee enhances chocolate<\/strong> \u2014 trust me, it makes the flavor pop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Toast kataifi slowly<\/strong> \u2014 too hot and it burns, too cool and it won\u2019t crisp. Aim for golden-brown.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Let ganache cool slightly<\/strong> before pouring; if it\u2019s too hot it will soak into the cake, leaving a soggy texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chill the assembled cake<\/strong> for at least an hour if you want cleaner slices \u2014 the filling firms and the ganache sets up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use quality chocolate<\/strong> (Ghirardelli, Valrhona, or another favorite) \u2014 the cake depends on it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations to try (because creativity is fun)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dark chocolate twist:<\/strong> Use a dark ganache for a less sweet, more intense finish \u2014 great if you prefer bittersweet desserts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cardamom or cinnamon in the batter:<\/strong> Adds a warm, aromatic note that pairs beautifully with pistachio.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mini version:<\/strong> Make <strong>Dubai Cupcakes<\/strong> by layering cupcake batter with a spoonful of kataifi-pistachio in the middle and a ganache drizzle. Perfect for parties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brownie-inspired:<\/strong> Turn this into one of my favorite <strong>Brownie Ideas<\/strong> \u2014 bake as deep brownies, press in the filling, then top with ganache for a fudgy pistachio-brownie hybrid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pistachio cheesecake mashup:<\/strong> Swap cake layers for a thin <strong>Dubai Pistachio Cheesecake<\/strong> base and top with chocolate ganache for an ultra-luxe hybrid dessert. (Yes, you can do both.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best ways to serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For holiday tables:<\/strong> This ranks high among <strong>Christmas Dinner Desserts<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/mexican-milk-cake-decadent-mexican-chocolate-milk-cake\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"530\"> \u2014 serve the cake<\/a> with a dollop of lightly sweetened whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Small bites:<\/strong> Offer <strong>Dubai Cupcakes<\/strong> or mini slices for buffet-style eating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pairing suggestions:<\/strong> A rich, nutty coffee (Turkish or espresso) or a dessert wine (vin santo or tawny port) complements the pistachio and chocolate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For kids &amp; crowd-pleasers:<\/strong> Skip the booze-pairing and serve with milkshakes or hot chocolate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage &amp; make-ahead tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make layers a day ahead.<\/strong> Wrap them tightly and refrigerate. Assemble on the day you serve for the best texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Assembled cake keeps<\/strong> in the fridge for up to 3 days. Let it sit at room temp 15\u201320 minutes before serving so the ganache softens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freezing:<\/strong> You can freeze the un-garnished cake (well-wrapped) for up to one month. Thaw in the fridge overnight and add fresh garnishes before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irresistible-Dubai-Chocolate-Cake-with-Pistachio-Twist-Joyful-Christmas-Dinner-Desserts-3.webp\" alt=\"Slice of glossy chocolate cake with pistachio-kataifi filling, drippy chocolate ganache, crushed pistachios and toasted kataifi on a white plate, Dubai Chocolate Cake.\" class=\"wp-image-52584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irresistible-Dubai-Chocolate-Cake-with-Pistachio-Twist-Joyful-Christmas-Dinner-Desserts-3.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irresistible-Dubai-Chocolate-Cake-with-Pistachio-Twist-Joyful-Christmas-Dinner-Desserts-3-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irresistible-Dubai-Chocolate-Cake-with-Pistachio-Twist-Joyful-Christmas-Dinner-Desserts-3-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irresistible-Dubai-Chocolate-Cake-with-Pistachio-Twist-Joyful-Christmas-Dinner-Desserts-3-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick FAQs (because you\u2019ll ask)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762326566876\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I skip the kataifi?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes \u2014 use crushed pistachio praline or nut brittle for crunch. The kataifi gives that signature thread-like crisp, but crunch can come from other places.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762326573539\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Do I have to use table cream?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No \u2014 heavy cream works beautifully. Table cream gives an extra silky, luxe finish if you want that Dubai-shop vibe.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762326579298\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How do I make pistachio cream?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Blend roasted pistachios with a touch of neutral oil or cream until smooth. Add a little powdered sugar if you want sweetness.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762326585351\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I make this gluten-free?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Swap the flour for a 1:1 gluten-free blend that includes xanthan gum. Texture changes slightly but flavor remains decadent.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick troubleshooting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Soggy ganache:<\/strong> Let it cool a touch more before pouring next time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Filling too thin:<\/strong> Chill and fold in more toasted kataifi or ground pistachios to thicken.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cake too dry:<\/strong> Be sure not to overbake; a few minutes can make a big difference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts \u2014 go make it<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a dessert that reads like luxury but won\u2019t break your patience, this <strong>Dubai Chocolate Cake<\/strong> answers the call. It hits texture, chocolate intensity, and visual drama in one elegant package. DIY it for <strong>Christmas Dinner Desserts<\/strong>, scale it down to <strong>Dubai Cupcakes<\/strong> for parties, or riff on it for <strong>Brownie Ideas<\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/pistachio-wedding-cookies-classic-sicilian-cookies\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"529\">Pistachio Dessert<\/a><\/strong> mashups. This cake lets you show off \u2014 without needing a pastry chef\u2019s resume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bold move: make it this weekend. Snap a photo and tag your perfectly glossy creation \u2014 I want to see that ganache drip. FYI: slicing rules \u2014 a hot sharp knife = cleaner slices. IMO, a cake this gorgeous deserves to be photographed before you gobble it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow me on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pinterest <\/a><\/strong>for daily new recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irresistible-Dubai-Chocolate-Cake-with-Pistachio-Twist-Joyful-Christmas-Dinner-Desserts-4.webp\" alt=\"Slice of glossy chocolate cake with pistachio-kataifi filling, drippy chocolate ganache, crushed pistachios and toasted kataifi on a white plate, Dubai Chocolate Cake.\" class=\"wp-image-52585\" 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132.1-9s102.7-2.6 132.1 9c19.6 7.8 34.7 22.9 42.6 42.6 11.7 29.5 9 99.5 9 132.1s2.7 102.7-9 132.1z\"><\/path><\/symbol><symbol id=\"tasty-recipes-icon-pinterest\" viewBox=\"0 0 496 512\"><title>pinterest<\/title> <desc>pinterest icon<\/desc><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M496 256c0 137-111 248-248 248-25.6 0-50.2-3.9-73.4-11.1 10.1-16.5 25.2-43.5 30.8-65 3-11.6 15.4-59 15.4-59 8.1 15.4 31.7 28.5 56.8 28.5 74.8 0 128.7-68.8 128.7-154.3 0-81.9-66.9-143.2-152.9-143.2-107 0-163.9 71.8-163.9 150.1 0 36.4 19.4 81.7 50.3 96.1 4.7 2.2 7.2 1.2 8.3-3.3.8-3.4 5-20.3 6.9-28.1.6-2.5.3-4.7-1.7-7.1-10.1-12.5-18.3-35.3-18.3-56.6 0-54.7 41.4-107.6 112-107.6 60.9 0 103.6 41.5 103.6 100.9 0 67.1-33.9 113.6-78 113.6-24.3 0-42.6-20.1-36.7-44.8 7-29.5 20.5-61.3 20.5-82.6 0-19-10.2-34.9-31.4-34.9-24.9 0-44.9 25.7-44.9 60.2 0 22 7.4 36.8 7.4 36.8s-24.5 103.8-29 123.2c-5 21.4-3 51.6-.9 71.2C65.4 450.9 0 361.1 0 256 0 119 111 8 248 8s248 111 248 248z\"><\/path><\/symbol><symbol 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2-2v-2h2v-2h-2v-2h2v-2h-2V9h2zm-4 10H4V5h14v14zM6 13h5v4H6zm6-6h4v3h-4zM6 7h5v5H6zm6 4h4v6h-4z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/symbol><symbol id=\"tasty-recipes-icon-heart-regular\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><title>heart<\/title> <desc>heart icon<\/desc><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M458.4 64.3C400.6 15.7 311.3 23 256 79.3 200.7 23 111.4 15.6 53.6 64.3-21.6 127.6-10.6 230.8 43 285.5l175.4 178.7c10 10.2 23.4 15.9 37.6 15.9 14.3 0 27.6-5.6 37.6-15.8L469 285.6c53.5-54.7 64.7-157.9-10.6-221.3zm-23.6 187.5L259.4 430.5c-2.4 2.4-4.4 2.4-6.8 0L77.2 251.8c-36.5-37.2-43.9-107.6 7.3-150.7 38.9-32.7 98.9-27.8 136.5 10.5l35 35.7 35-35.7c37.8-38.5 97.8-43.2 136.5-10.6 51.1 43.1 43.5 113.9 7.3 150.8z\"><\/path><\/symbol><symbol id=\"tasty-recipes-icon-heart-solid\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><title>heart solid<\/title> <desc>heart solid icon<\/desc><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M462.3 62.6C407.5 15.9 326 24.3 275.7 76.2L256 96.5l-19.7-20.3C186.1 24.3 104.5 15.9 49.7 62.6c-62.8 53.6-66.1 149.8-9.9 207.9l193.5 199.8c12.5 12.9 32.8 12.9 45.3 0l193.5-199.8c56.3-58.1 53-154.3-9.8-207.9z\"><\/path><\/symbol><\/defs><\/svg>\n<header class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-header\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-image\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irresistible-Dubai-Chocolate-Cake-with-Pistachio-Twist-Joyful-Christmas-Dinner-Desserts-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Slice of glossy chocolate cake with pistachio-kataifi filling, drippy chocolate ganache, crushed pistachios and toasted kataifi on a white plate.\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-header-content clearfix\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"tasty-recipes-title\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h2-color.color h2-transform.text-transform\">Irresistible Dubai Chocolate Cake with Pistachio Twist &#8211; Joyful Christmas Dinner Desserts<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div 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data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAuthor:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\">Jennifer<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"prep-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrep Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-prep-time\">20 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"cook-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCook Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cook-time\">25 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"total-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTotal Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-total-time\">55 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"yield\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-cutlery\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYield:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-yield\"><span data-amount=\"12\">12<\/span> slices <span class=\"tasty-recipes-yield-scale\"><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span>x<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"category\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-folder\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCategory:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-category\">Dessert<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-button-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<a class=\"button tasty-recipes-print-button tasty-recipes-no-print\" href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/dubai-chocolate-cake-christmas-dinner-desserts\/print\/52581\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"\">\n\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-print\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-print\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\tPrint Recipe<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/header>\n\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-content\">\n\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-clipboard-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-units-scale-container\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-label\">Scale<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button tasty-recipes-scale-button-active\" data-amount=\"1\" type=\"button\">1x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"2\" type=\"button\">2x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"3\" type=\"button\">3x<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Cake batter<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li 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data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a605597\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a605597\" aria-label=\"\u00bc tsp salt\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a605597\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.25\" data-unit=\"tsp\">\u00bc tsp<\/span> salt<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a60559c\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a60559c\" aria-label=\"1 large egg\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a60559c\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span> large egg<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055a3\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055a3\" aria-label=\"1 tsp vanilla extract\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055a3\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"tsp\">1 tsp<\/span> vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055a8\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055a8\" aria-label=\"\u00bd cup milk\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055a8\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">\u00bd cup<\/span> milk<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055ae\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055ae\" aria-label=\"\u00bd cup neutral oil (vegetable or canola)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055ae\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">\u00bd cup<\/span> neutral oil (vegetable or canola)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055b4\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055b4\" aria-label=\"\u00bd cup very hot brewed coffee\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055b4\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">\u00bd cup<\/span> very hot brewed coffee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Pistachio center<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055ba\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055ba\" aria-label=\"2 cups kataifi (shredded phyllo), chopped finely\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055ba\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2\" data-unit=\"cup\">2 cups<\/span> kataifi (shredded phyllo), chopped finely<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055c0\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055c0\" aria-label=\"2 Tbsp unsalted butter\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055c0\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2\" data-unit=\"tbsp\">2 Tbsp<\/span> unsalted butter<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055c6\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055c6\" aria-label=\"1 cup pistachio cream (store-bought or homemade)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055c6\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 cup<\/span> pistachio cream (store-bought or homemade)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Chocolate topping<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055cc\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055cc\" aria-label=\"4 oz milk or semi-sweet chocolate (a bar works best)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055cc\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"4\" data-unit=\"oz\">4 oz<\/span> milk or semi-sweet chocolate (a bar works best)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055d4\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055d4\" aria-label=\"\u00bd cup heavy cream (or substitute one can table cream for an ultra-rich finish)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f111a6055d4\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">\u00bd cup<\/span> heavy cream (or substitute <span data-amount=\"1\">one<\/span> can table cream for an ultra-rich finish)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS--><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\" style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ol>\n<li data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"951\">\n<p data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"951\">Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F. Lightly grease an 8\u20139&#8243; square or round pan and set it aside.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\" data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"1059\">\n<p data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"1059\">Whisk the dry cake ingredients (flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, salt) in a large bowl.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\" data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1197\">\n<p data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1197\">In a separate bowl combine the egg, vanilla, milk, and oil. Pour the wet mix into the dry ingredients and stir until mostly combined.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\" data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1436\">\n<p data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1436\">Add the hot coffee last and whisk briefly until the batter is smooth. Pour into the prepared pan and bake about 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool for 10\u201315 minutes in the pan.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\" data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1781\">\n<p data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1781\">While the cake bakes, toast the kataifi: melt the butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped kataifi and cook, stirring frequently, until it becomes golden and crisp. Transfer to a bowl and let cool slightly. Fold the pistachio cream into the toasted kataifi until evenly combined \u2014 you want a spreadable, textured filling.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\" data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"2006\">\n<p data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"2006\">For the ganache: chop the chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl. Warm the cream (or table cream) until just simmering, then pour it over the chocolate. Let sit 3\u20135 minutes, then whisk gently until smooth and glossy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2016\"><strong>Assembly<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\" style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ol start=\"7\" data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2416\">\n<li data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2118\">\n<p data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2118\">When the cake is cool enough to handle, spread the pistachio\u2013kataifi mixture evenly over the top.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\" data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2258\">\n<p data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2258\">Pour the chocolate ganache over the pistachio layer, smoothing it with a spatula so it coats the top and drips slightly over the edges.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-9\" data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2416\">\n<p data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2416\">Finish with a sprinkle of crushed pistachios and any reserved kataifi. Serve warm right away, or chill briefly to let the ganache set for cleaner slices.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Notes<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li>Chocolate: high-quality baking bars melt more smoothly than chips. I like Ghirardelli or European milk chocolate; Cadbury and Milka also work nicely. Chocolate chips often contain stabilizers and may not yield the same glossy texture.<\/li>\n<li>Table cream vs. heavy cream: table cream (common in Middle Eastern kitchens) gives an extra-luxurious mouthfeel. If you can\u2019t find it, heavy cream works perfectly.<\/li>\n<li>Pistachio cream: you can make this by blitzing roasted pistachios with a little neutral oil or cream until silky; sweeten lightly if desired.<\/li>\n<li>Storage: refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving for the best flavor and texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-nutrition\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Serving Size:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-serving-size\">1slice<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Calories:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-calories\">481kcal<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sugar:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sugar\">22g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sodium:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sodium\">314mg<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-fat\">26g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Saturated Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-saturated-fat\">9g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Carbohydrates:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-carbohydrates\">55g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Fiber:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-fiber\">4g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Protein:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-protein\">8g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Cholesterol:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cholesterol\">34mg<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t<footer class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-footer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-instagram\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-instagram\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-copy\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-heading-color.color h3-transform.text-transform footer-heading.innerText\">Did you make this recipe?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-description-color.color footer-description.innerHTML\"><p>Share a photo and tag us \u2014 we can&#8217;t wait to see what you&#8217;ve made!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/footer>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dubai Chocolate Cake \u2014 a decadent, pistachio-stuffed showstopper Dubai Chocolate Cake is the kind of dessert that makes people stop scrolling and start planning dinner parties. 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