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Dubai chocolate dessert with gold and pistachio

Dubai Chocolate Dessert – The Best 9 Luxurious & Unique Treats to Try Now


  • Author: Joriel
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Silky, spiced, and utterly luxurious—this mousse blends camel milk chocolate with warm cardamom, fragrant rose water, and delicate saffron. Inspired by the elegance of Dubai’s dessert culture, each spoonful is a decadent journey through Middle Eastern flavors.


Ingredients

• 200g camel milk chocolate (or dark chocolate, if unavailable)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 tsp cardamom powder
• 1 tbsp rose water
• Pinch of saffron threads
• Optional garnish: crushed pistachios, edible rose petals, or edible gold leaf


Instructions

1️⃣ Melt the Chocolate:
• Gently melt the camel milk chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals.
• Stir until smooth and set aside to cool slightly.

2️⃣ Prepare the Egg Base:
• In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks until thick and pale yellow.
• Slowly stream in the melted chocolate while whisking continuously to temper the eggs.

3️⃣ Add Flavorings:
• Stir in cardamom powder, rose water, and saffron threads until the mixture is smooth and evenly infused.

4️⃣ Whip the Cream:
• In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form.

5️⃣ Combine & Fold:
• Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in batches until fully incorporated.
• Take care not to deflate the mousse.

6️⃣ Chill the Mousse:
• Spoon the mousse into dessert glasses or ramekins.
• Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set and chilled.

7️⃣ Garnish & Serve:
• Top with crushed pistachios, a few edible rose petals, or gold leaf just before serving.

Notes

Serving Ideas

• Serve in crystal glasses or Moroccan tea cups for an elegant touch.
• Pair with cardamom shortbread or sesame crisps on the side.
• Ideal for a luxe dinner party finale or Ramadan dessert tray.


Tips

• For extra richness, use a mix of camel milk and dark chocolate.
• Use a whisk to gently fold the cream for a fluffier mousse.
• Let saffron steep in the rose water for 10 minutes before adding for deeper flavor.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake (Stovetop for melting chocolate)
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern / Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 dessert glass (approx. ¾ cup)
  • Calories: 330 kcal
  • Sugar: 15 g
  • Sodium: 25 mg
  • Fat: 27 g
  • Saturated Fat: 16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg

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