Dubai Strawberry Cup Recipe
Dubai Strawberry Cup is a delightful layered dessert featuring crispy golden shredded filo tossed in pistachio butter, fresh strawberries, and rich melted chocolate. This quick and easy treat combines crunchy textures with creamy and fruity flavors, making it perfect for a sophisticated yet simple indulgence.
- Author: Ava
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Filo Layer
- 1 1/2 cups shredded filo (or Kataifi)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/3 cup pistachio butter (or Biscoff)
Other Ingredients
- 1 bar dark chocolate (or your favorite type of chocolate)
- 7 strawberries (sliced or quartered)
- Chopped toasted pistachios (for garnish)
- Thaw and Prepare Filo: Follow the package directions to thaw the shredded filo in the refrigerator. Once thawed, place it on a cutting board and cut into thin sections across for easier handling.
- Separate Filo Strands: With clean hands, carefully separate the filo strands ensuring there are no clumps and the strands are fully loosened.
- Cook Filo: Heat a pan over medium heat and melt the butter. Once melted and shimmering, add the shredded filo and cook, stirring constantly for 5 to 10 minutes until the filo becomes crispy and lightly golden.
- Cool Filo: Remove the filo from heat and transfer it to a bowl to cool slightly.
- Melt Pistachio Butter: Warm the pistachio butter in the microwave for a few seconds or use a double boiler until it becomes runny. Add it to the cooled filo and mix well to combine and coat the filo evenly.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the chocolate bar using a double boiler or microwave until smooth and runny.
- Assemble the Dessert: Using one large mason jar or two small jars, start layering the dessert. Begin with a layer of strawberries, followed by 2 to 3 tablespoons of the pistachio-coated filo and then a drizzle of melted chocolate on top. Repeat these layers until the jar is filled.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish by topping the jar with any remaining crispy filo and sprinkle chopped toasted pistachios on top. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use frozen shredded filo and thaw it properly for best texture and ease of separation.
- Constant stirring during cooking is crucial to ensure the filo crisps evenly without burning.
- If pistachio butter is unavailable, Biscoff spread or any nut butter can be used as a substitute.
- For an extra touch, you can chill the assembled dessert briefly before serving for a cooler experience.
- Use quality dark chocolate for richer flavor, but feel free to use milk or white chocolate as preferred.
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