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Dubai Chocolate Cookies

Decadent Dubai Chocolate Cookies with Pistachio Surprise

Indulge in the rich flavors of Dubai Chocolate Cookies, filled with a creamy pistachio center, a true delight for dessert lovers.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Butter Cooled before mixing
  • 1 cup Cocoa Powder High-quality for best results
  • 1/2 cup Avocado Oil Can substitute with neutral oil
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute fully with granulated sugar
  • 2 large Eggs Recommended large size
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Opt for pure for richer taste
  • 2 cups Cake Flour All-purpose can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Pistachio Cream Can substitute with almond or cashew cream
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Kataifi Can substitute with finely chopped nuts or crushed phyllo
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/2 cup Semisweet Chocolate For drizzling
  • 1/4 cup Roasted Salted Pistachios Can use unsalted for milder taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • microwave

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the pistachio cream with the toasted kataifi until well blended. Scoop the mixture into tablespoon-sized portions and shape them into balls. Place these filling balls on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for at least 30 minutes until firm.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Melt the cooled butter in a medium saucepan, then mix in the cocoa powder and avocado oil until smooth. Allow to cool slightly, then stir in granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until glossy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just incorporated without overmixing.
  4. Scoop about 2½ tablespoons of the cookie dough and create an indent in the center. Place one of the frozen pistachio filling balls into the indent and seal the dough around the filling. Space assembled cookies on baking sheets.
  5. Bake for about 10 minutes until puffed up slightly. If needed, flatten them halfway through baking. Edges should look set, and centers remain soft.
  6. Once cooled, melt semisweet chocolate and drizzle over cookies. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and allow chocolate to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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