Description
Treat yourself to the delightful experience of Dubai Strawberry Cups, a layered dessert that beautifully combines fresh strawberries with creamy pistachio and rich chocolate. This visually stunning treat is perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to elegant celebrations. The crunchy konafah adds a unique texture that balances the sweetness of the strawberries and the richness of the chocolate. Easy to prepare and fun to assemble, these cups are sure to impress your guests or make for a special indulgence just for you.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced
- 10.5 oz pistachio cream
- 17.6 oz frozen konafah or kataifi dough, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- Salt, to taste
- Chocolate (preferably milk chocolate)
- Chopped pistachios (optional)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium/low heat, melt butter and add konafah dough in batches, stirring until golden brown (about 15-20 minutes). Transfer to a paper towel-lined dish and sprinkle with salt.
- Combine browned konafah with pistachio cream in a bowl.
- Melt chocolate using a double boiler method until smooth.
- Layer sliced strawberries in clear cups, followed by the konafah-pistachio mixture. Drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkle chopped pistachios on top. Repeat layers as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: Dubai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg