Chocolate Bar Inspired Creations (Printable)
Luxurious chocolate, nuts, and date caramel create a fusion dessert echoing Middle Eastern elegance.
# What You Need:
→ Chocolate Base
01 - 7 oz premium dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
02 - 3.5 oz milk chocolate, chopped
03 - 2.8 oz unsalted butter
04 - 2.7 fl oz heavy cream
→ Crunch Layer
05 - 2.8 oz crushed pistachios
06 - 2.1 oz crushed digestive biscuits
07 - 1.1 oz toasted coconut flakes
→ Spiced Date Caramel
08 - 4.2 oz Medjool dates, pitted
09 - 2 fl oz water
10 - 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
11 - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
→ Garnish
12 - Edible gold leaf (optional)
13 - 2 tbsp chopped dried rose petals
14 - Extra chopped pistachios
# Directions:
01 - Combine chopped dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl. Place the bowl over a saucepan with gently simmering water, stirring until the mixture melts and becomes smooth. Remove from the heat and fold in the heavy cream until fully incorporated. Allow to cool slightly.
02 - Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper. Pour the chocolate mixture into the pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.
03 - Sprinkle crushed pistachios, crushed digestive biscuits, and toasted coconut flakes over the chocolate base. Press gently with a spatula to secure the toppings.
04 - In a small saucepan, combine pitted dates, water, ground cardamom, and sea salt. Cook over low heat while stirring until the dates soften and absorb most of the liquid, approximately 5 minutes. Transfer mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree until smooth.
05 - Dollop or swirl the date caramel onto the crunchy chocolate base in the pan.
06 - Refrigerate the pan for a minimum of 2 hours or until the dessert is fully firm.
07 - Lift the chocolate slab out of the pan using the parchment paper, then slice into bars or squares. Adorn each piece with edible gold leaf, chopped dried rose petals, and additional pistachios as desired before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Fusion of luxurious flavors from dark and milk chocolate with Middle Eastern twists
- Each layer delivers a unique texture for a truly decadent experience
02 -
- Contains dairy, nuts, and gluten due to the use of chocolate, pistachios, butter, cream, and digestive biscuits
- This recipe pairs beautifully with strong Arabic coffee or mint tea for a truly authentic experience
03 -
- Always chop chocolate finely for quicker, smoother melting
- Slightly toasting the coconut and nuts will enhance both flavor and aroma in each bar