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Dubai Chocolate Cake

Indulge in Rich Dubai Chocolate Cake That Wows Every Time

Experience the rich flavors of Dubai Chocolate Cake with layers of chocolate and pistachio filling.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar or brown sugar for added flavor
  • 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed for smoother taste
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon salt don't skip this
  • 1 large egg or flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract use pure extract
  • 1 cup milk almond or coconut milk as dairy-free substitute
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil melted butter for richer flavor
  • 1 cup hot coffee or hot water/milk
For the Filling
  • 1 cup shredded phyllo dough (kataifi) or crushed nuts
  • 0.25 cup butter or vegan butter for dairy-free option
  • 0.5 cup pistachio cream or nut butter
For the Chocolate Layer
  • 8 oz milk or semi-sweet chocolate bar high-quality chocolate
  • 1 cup heavy cream or table cream for richer texture

Equipment

  • 9-inch round baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Skillet
  • Heatproof bowl
  • Microwave

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
  3. Add egg, vanilla extract, milk, vegetable oil, and hot coffee to the dry ingredients and mix until the batter is smooth and glossy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before removing.
  7. Prepare the pistachio filling by sautéing shredded phyllo dough and butter until golden and crispy, then mix with pistachio cream.
  8. Chop the chocolate bar and place it in a heatproof bowl, then heat the cream and pour it over the chocolate. Allow it to sit for 1-2 minutes and whisk until smooth.
  9. Once the cake has cooled, spread the pistachio filling over the top of the cake.
  10. Drizzle the chocolate mixture over the pistachio filling for a smooth finish.
  11. Garnish with chopped pistachios or pistachio sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow cake to cool completely before assembly for best results.

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