It’s fudgy, it’s delicious, we are making Nutella Dubai Brownies, a little twist on the famous viral chocolate recipe trend. A rich layer of fudgy brownie, topped with the iconic Dubai chocolate filling with pistachio, and finished with Nutella.

This dessert is delicious and super easy to prepare. It tastes amazing, and everyone will be impressed as soon as they take the first bite. The luxurious pistachio combined with the Nutella creates a flavor that feels truly indulgent.

This recipe has chocolate in the brownie batter but, is topped with Nutella for a little twist that everyone will love. It’s perfect now that the viral Dubai chocolate trend is still here, and it looks like it’s going to stay for a while.

After one month of not making any new recipes, we are finally back, and this is the first dessert we are sharing. And it truly is amazing. Everyone in my family is talking about how good these brownies are, and for a good reason: we are combining the best of the best flavors.

You Need to Make These Nutella Dubai Brownies. Here’s Why.

Forget everything you know about basic brownies. We’re leveling up.

Imagine a thick, fudgy brownie, topped with a crunchy, buttery pistachio filling, and finished with a river of melted Nutella. That’s the Nutella Dubai Brownie, and it’s the only dessert you’ll want to make this week.

Why You’re About to Be Obsessed:

The Viral Trend, Perfected: Get the luxury of the famous Dubai chocolates in an easy, no-fuss brownie. It’s Instagram gold that actually tastes incredible.
A Texture Dream: This isn’t just soft and chewy. It’s a party in your mouth: creamy Nutella, crunchy kataifi, fudgy brownie. Every bite is pure excitement.
Impress Everyone, Effortlessly: Looks like you spent hours in a fancy bakery. Tastes like heaven. We’ll show you the simple steps to make it happen.

Nutella Dubai Brownie

This dessert serves 9 portions of delicious Dubai brownies.
You will need a USA Pans square pan to achieve that perfect bakery-style square look.
For serving, add a scoop of your favorite ice cream on the side

Ingredients you need and why

Eggs give the brownie its structure and richness while keeping the texture soft and fudgy.
Brown sugar adds moisture and depth with a light caramel undertone.
Granulated sugar balances sweetness and helps create that shiny, crackly top.
Dark chocolate builds the base flavor and adds smooth, rich intensity.
Unsalted butter provides moisture, richness, and that signature velvety crumb.
All-purpose flour gives gentle structure without making the brownie cakey.
Cocoa powder deepens the chocolate flavor and enhances color.
Chocolate chips melt into small pockets, creating a molten bite in every piece.
Pistachio spread brings nutty creaminess that complements the dark chocolate beautifully.
Kataifi adds crisp texture and a unique Middle Eastern flair.
Butter binds the kataifi and enhances its toasted aroma.
Tahini introduces subtle bitterness and earthy balance against the sweetness.
Nutella finishes the dessert with glossy richness and a final layer of indulgence.

Equipment we Need to make a Dubai Chocolate Brownie

Gathering the right tools makes the process smooth and ensures a perfect result. Here’s what you’ll need:

8×8 Inch (20×20 cm) Square Pan: This is the ideal size for achieving a thick, bakery-style brownie that can support the luxurious layers. Pro Tip: Lining the pan with parchment paper creates a “sling” that lets you lift the entire batch out for flawless cutting and presentation.
Electric Mixer or Whisk: For the crucial step of beating the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. An electric hand mixer is fastest, but a sturdy whisk will get you there with a little extra effort—this creates that beautiful, crackly brownie top.
Flexible Spatula: Your best friend for baking. It’s perfect for scraping every bit of batter from the bowl and, most importantly, for gently folding in the flour and cocoa to keep the batter airy.
Two Stovetop Pans:
- Small Saucepan: For gently melting the butter and chocolate together without burning.
- Larger Skillet: Essential for toasting the kataifi in butter. The larger surface area allows the delicate strands to become evenly golden and crisp, which is the key to the Dubai filling’s unique texture.

Kataifi: Where can I buy Kataifi

You can buy kataifi in the frozen section of most Middle Eastern grocery stores, and it’s also available online through Amazon or other specialty food shops. If you can’t find it, don’t worry, you can easily make it at home using our super-easy homemade kataifi recipe.

FAQs

How to store kataifi so it doesn’t get soggy or dry?

Keep kataifi tightly wrapped in plastic or in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. If it starts to dry out, cover it with a slightly damp kitchen towel while working with it. Once baked or toasted, store it in an airtight container at room temperature so it stays crisp.

How long to cook or toast kataifi in butter until golden and not raw?

Kataifi should be cooked in butter over low-medium heat until it turns golden brown, which usually takes about 10 minutes. Stir gently and often so it toasts evenly. If it still looks whitish, it means the dough is raw and needs more time.

How to Make a Nutella Dubai Brownie Step-by-Step Photos:

You can find the recipe with exact measurements in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. Here, you’ll also find a step-by-step guide with pictures to help you through the process. For this recipe, we will separate it into three different parts: the brownie, the Dubai chocolate filling, and the decoration. This way, it’s easier to follow each step and get the perfect result every time.

How to make Brownies

To make the brownie we want to beat the eggs with the sugars until they are fluffy and light in color. This step is super essential to get a nice brownie crust.

The butter goes in a pan to melt, and you can even slightly brown it for extra flavor. Then pour in the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes so it melts easily.

In a separate bowl, we mix the flour and cocoa powder. After combining everything, we add more chocolate chips and pour the batter into a lined pan. Bake the nutella dubai brownies in a preheated oven at 180°C for 40 minutes.

Dubai Chocolate Filling

The Dubai chocolate filling is very easy to make. We are going to use kataifi toasted in butter, pistachio spread, and tahini, all mixed together.

Make sure the kataifi is golden brown so it’s fully cooked, if it’s whitish, it means it’s still raw dough.

We will top the brownie with the Dubai chocolate mixture, spreading it out and flattening it. Keep it in the freezer for 10 minutes so it hardens slightly before moving on to the decoration.

For the decoration, melt the Nutella until it’s liquid, microwave in 10-second intervals, stirring each time until fully melted. Pour the Nutella over the hardened Dubai filling, spread it out until smooth, and freeze for 10 more minutes. Finally, cut into squares and serve!

Best Tips to make Dubai Chocolate Brownies

Make sure you beat the eggs with the sugars until they’re pale and fluffy, this will help achieve the perfect crunchy top on the brownie.
Don’t overcook the brownies.
Make sure you cook the kataifi in butter until it’s golden brown, you don’t want to eat raw dough.
Don’t skip the steps where you let the kataifi mixture and Nutella set.
Enjoy warm.

FAQs

How long can I store these brownies?

Keep them in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container. You can also freeze them for up to a month.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes! You can bake the brownies and prepare the filling a day in advance. Assemble and freeze the Nutella topping just before serving.

The Best Way to Serve & Keep Them Fresh

Serving Ideas (The Fun Part):
Want to make it legendary? Serve it warm with a cold scoop of vanilla ice cream. The hot-and-cold combo is a game-changer. Add a sprinkle of crushed pistachios on top for that extra chef’s kiss.

Storage Hacks:
Keep them awesome! Store in an airtight container.

Counter: 1-2 days for ultimate softness.
Fridge: Up to a week for a firmer, fudgier treat.
Freezer: Yes, you can! Freeze them for up to 3 months. Perfect for satisfying a sudden chocolate emergency.

Ready to Make the Most Insanely Good Brownies Ever?

Troubleshooting common mistakes

Even the best bakers hit snags. Here’s how to identify and fix common problems to ensure perfect brownies every time.

The brownie is dense and cakey, not fudgy.

Cause: Over-mixing the batter after adding the flour, or over-baking.
Fix: Mix the dry ingredients only until the flour disappears.

The kataifi filling is soft or chewy, not crunchy.

Cause: The kataifi was under-toasted, or it softened from the moisture of the brownies over time.
Fix: Toast the kataifi in butter over low-medium heat, stirring constantly, until it’s a deep golden brown. Store finished brownies in an airtight container to slow down softening.

The Nutella topping is messy and smears when cutting.

Cause: You skipped the freezing step, or the Nutella wasn’t fully set.
Fix: After spreading the melted Nutella, freeze the pan for at least 10 minutes. Use a hot, clean knife to cut the squares for the cleanest slices.

Nutella Dubai Brownies

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Author: Archersfood
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 9 servings
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Middle Eastern Fusion

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Description

Indulge in these fudgy Nutella Dubai Chocolate Brownies, a little twist on the viral Dubai chocolate trend. A rich brownie base is topped with a decadent Dubai chocolate filling and finished with smooth Nutella for a dessert that’s sure to impress. Perfect for family, parties, or whenever you want a luxurious treat at home.

Instructions

Brownie

In a bowl, beat 4 large eggs with 100 g brown sugar and 90 g granulated sugar until pale and fluffy, about 10 minutes with a mixer.
Melt 260 g butter in a small saucepan and let it brown slightly if you want extra flavor. Remove from heat, add 300 g chopped dark chocolate, let sit 2 minutes, then mix until smooth.
In a separate bowl, sift or whisk together 90 g all-purpose flour and 90 g unsweetened cocoa powder.
Add the chocolate mixture to the dry ingredients mix, and then add the egg mixture and fold gently until just combined. Fold in 70 g chocolate chips.
Preheat oven to 180°C, 350°F, and place the rack in the center. Line a 20 x 20 cm 8 x 8 inch square pan with parchment, leaving an overhang.
Pour batter into the lined pan, smooth the top, and bake at 180°C 350°F for about 40 minutes.
Cool in the pan on a wire rack until room temperature.

Dubai chocolate filling

Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 100 g kataifi and toast, stirring often, until golden brown and fully cooked, about 10 minutes.
Transfer the toasted kataifi to a bowl and let it cool slightly.
Add 200 g pistachio spread and 1 tablespoon tahini to the kataifi and mix until evenly combined and spreadable.
Spread the mixture over the cooled brownie and flatten evenly. Place the pan in the freezer for 10 minutes to firm the layer.

Decoration and finishing

Place 200 g Nutella in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 10-second intervals, stirring between intervals, until Nutella is pourable but not overheated.
Pour the warmed Nutella over the chilled Dubai filling and spread until smooth. Return to the freezer for 10 minutes to set.
Remove from the freezer, cut into 9 squares using a sharp knife. For cleaner slices, warm the knife under hot water, dry it, then slice.
Serve warm or with a scoop of your favorite ice cream.

Notes

Make sure eggs are at room temperature so they whip up properly.
Do not overmix the brownie batter after adding the eggs; the brownies will turn cakey instead of fudgy.
Toast the kataifi slowly in butter over medium heat to avoid burning the thin strands.
Always let the brownie cool completely before adding the Dubai chocolate filling.
For the cleanest cuts, chill the finished dessert and slice with a sharp knife, wiping clean between cuts.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square
Calories: 690 kcal
Sugar: 45 g
Sodium: 115 mg
Fat: 43 g
Saturated Fat: 21 g
Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
Trans Fat: 0.4 g
Carbohydrates: 69 g
Fiber: 7 g
Protein: 9 g
Cholesterol: 155 mg

ARCHER'S FOOD

Name: Nutella Dubai Brownies
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern Fusion
Ingredients: 4 large eggs; 100 g brown sugar (½ cup); 90 g granulated sugar (⅓ cup); 300 g dark chocolate, chopped (1 ½ cups); 260 g unsalted butter, melted (1 cup); 90 g all-purpose flour (¾ cup); 90 g cocoa powder (100% unsweetened) (1 cup); 70 g chocolate chips (½ cup); 200 g pistachio spread (¾ cup); 100 g kataifi (1 cup); 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon tahini; 200 g Nutella (1 cup)