Viral Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cup
TikTok's sensation dessert: layers of fresh strawberries, warm melted milk chocolate, butter-toasted crispy kataifi pastry, and velvety pistachio cream.
In a nutshell: This authentic middle eastern-fusion viral dubai chocolate strawberry cup comes together in just 20 mins using simple whole ingredients. The chef's secret is to Finely chopped shredded kataifi pastry crisps in 4-5 minutes in melted butter; stir consta. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
TikTok's #1 viral fall dessert sensation of 2026! This Viral Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cup layers sweet fresh ripe strawberries, silky melted milk chocolate, butter-toasted crispy crunchy kataifi pastry, and rich velvety pistachio cream. A 20-minute no-bake dessert masterpiece.
Key Equipment
- 4 clear glass cups or dessert jars
- Non-stick skillet
- Microwave-safe bowls
- Kitchen shears
Chef's Pro-Tips
- Toast kataifi in melted butter until deeply golden: Finely chopped shredded kataifi pastry crisps in 4-5 minutes in melted butter; stir constantly so it toasts evenly into shattering crunch.
- Use sweet pistachio cream: Jarred pistachio cream (crema di pistacchio) provides the iconic rich, creamy green layer that made Dubai chocolate go viral globally.
- Serve immediately for best texture: Assembling right before enjoying keeps the buttered kataifi pastry intensely crunchy against luscious melted chocolate and cool strawberries.
Ingredients
4
servings
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1 lb fresh ripe strawberries, hulled and sliced in half lengthwise
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1 ½ cups shredded kataifi pastry, finely chopped with kitchen shears
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, for toasting kataifi
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½ cup pistachio cream (crema di pistacchio), sweet, velvety green spread
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1 ½ cups high-quality milk chocolate chips or melting wafers, melted until silky
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1 tsp coconut oil, melted with chocolate for silky gloss
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2 tbsp crushed roasted pistachios, for crunchy topping
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¼ tsp flaky Maldon sea salt, for finishing
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Toast Crispy Kataifi Pastry
Melt butter in a wide non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add chopped kataifi pastry shreds. Cook, stirring constantly with a spatula, for 4-5 minutes until uniformly golden-brown, crispy, and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Mix Kataifi with Pistachio Cream
In a small bowl, toss warm toasted kataifi pastry with 2 tablespoons of the pistachio cream so the pastry is lightly coated yet retains its signature crunch.
Melt Chocolate
Melt milk chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring until glossy, smooth, and pourable.
Layer Dessert Cups
In 4 clear glass dessert cups, spoon 2 tablespoons of melted chocolate at the bottom. Add a layer of fresh sliced strawberries. Add a generous mound of crispy pistachio kataifi, followed by a dollop of creamy green pistachio cream. Repeat layers with more strawberries and warm chocolate.
Garnish & Devour
Finish tops with a drizzle of pistachio cream, crushed roasted green pistachios, and a pinch of flaky sea salt. Grab a spoon and dive into the viral Dubai chocolate crunch immediately!
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
Kataifi is finely shredded phyllo dough pastry strands, available in the freezer section of Middle Eastern or Greek markets, or online.
Yes! Finely sliced phyllo dough sheets or toasted crushed crispy crêpe flakes (pailleté feuilletine) make fantastic crispy alternatives.
High-quality milk chocolate (such as Lindt or Guittard) melted with a splash of coconut oil creates the signature glossy Dubai chocolate pour.
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