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Dubai Strawberry Cups

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These Dubai Strawberry Cups are a luxurious Middle Eastern-inspired dessert that layers juicy strawberries, crispy toasted konafah, creamy pistachio spread, and rich chocolate for an indulgent yet refreshing treat. Perfect for entertaining or a unique sweet craving, this easy no-bake recipe is as beautiful as it is delicious.

Ingredients

  • 1 quart strawberries, sliced
  • 1.5 jars (10.5 oz each) pistachio cream
  • 1 package (17.6 oz) frozen konafah (kataifi) dough, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter (plus more as needed)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Chocolate (milk chocolate bar or chocolate chips)
  • Chopped pistachios (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add chopped konafah and toast in two batches for 15–20 minutes, stirring until golden. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.
  2. In a bowl, combine toasted konafah with pistachio cream. Start with one jar and add more to reach desired creaminess.
  3. Melt chocolate in a double boiler, or use chocolate chips as-is between layers.
  4. In clear dessert cups, layer sliced strawberries, the konafah-pistachio mixture, chocolate, and chopped pistachios. Repeat layers as needed.
  5. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Prepare konafah mixture and strawberries ahead of time, but assemble just before serving to keep texture crisp.
  • Konafah can be toasted and stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Customize with white or dark chocolate, or swap strawberries with raspberries or mango.
  • If pistachio cream is unavailable, use whipped cream with ground pistachios as a substitute.

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