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.
Ingredients
For the Brownie:
- 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)
For the Dubai Chocolate Filling:
- 200 g pistachio spread (¾ cup)
- 100 g kataifi (1 cup)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon tahini
For the Decoration:
- 200 g Nutella (1 cup)
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.
Equipment
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