Description

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Dubai Chocolate Cake, a show-stopping dessert that combines rich chocolate and creamy pistachio filling for a unique treat. This moist cake, topped with a glossy ganache, is perfect for any celebration or as a delightful self-treat. Whether served warm with vanilla ice cream or chilled with a sprinkle of crushed pistachios, this cake promises to satisfy your sweet cravings and impress your guests.

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup hot coffee
2 cups shredded phyllo dough (kataifi)
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup pistachio cream
4 oz milk or semi-sweet chocolate bar
½ cup heavy cream

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and grease your baking pan.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add egg, vanilla extract, milk, and vegetable oil; mix until smooth.
Gradually stir in hot coffee until well combined.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool the cake before preparing the kataifi filling by toasting it with butter until golden brown.
Mix toasted kataifi with pistachio cream and set aside.
For the ganache, microwave chopped chocolate and heavy cream until smooth.
Assemble by spreading the kataifi mixture over the cooled cake and pouring ganache on top.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Make sure to use high-quality cocoa powder for the best flavor. Allow the cake to cool completely before adding toppings to prevent melting. For variations, try adding nuts or fresh berries between layers for added texture.