introduction
Dubai Chocolate Bars & Treats are easy sweets made with three chocolates, dried fruit, nuts, and coconut. You melt chocolate, add toppings, cool, and cut. If you like simple fruit bars too, try a different easy idea in this rhubarb bars recipe.
why make this recipe
Make this recipe because it is quick, tasty, and needs no baking. You can mix what you like and make bars for gifts or parties. It uses common ingredients and small effort.
how to make Dubai Chocolate Bars & Treats
Follow clear steps to make these bars. Melt chocolate, form a base, add toppings, and set in the fridge. Cut into bars when firm.
Ingredients :
- 200g dark chocolate
- 100g milk chocolate
- 50g white chocolate
- 1 cup dried fruits (e.g., apricots, cranberries)
- 1 cup nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
Directions :
- Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or double boiler.
- Pour the melted chocolate into a lined baking tray to form a base layer.
- Scatter the dried fruits, nuts, and shredded coconut over the melted chocolate.
- Melt the milk chocolate and drizzle it over the toppings.
- Melt the white chocolate and drizzle it over the mixture for decoration.
- Refrigerate until set, then cut into bars.
- Enjoy your homemade Dubai Chocolate bars and treats!
how to serve Dubai Chocolate Bars & Treats
Cut the bars into equal pieces and arrange on a plate. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled. Offer small napkins or paper liners for easy eating.
how to store Dubai Chocolate Bars & Treats
Keep bars in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze in a sealed bag for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
tips to make Dubai Chocolate Bars & Treats
- Line the tray with baking paper for easy removal.
- Chop nuts and dried fruit so they spread evenly.
- Melt chocolate slowly to avoid burning. Use low heat or short microwave bursts.
- Press toppings lightly into the dark chocolate so they stick.
- Use honey or maple syrup to help bind the toppings if they fall off.
variation (if any)
- Swap dried fruit for candied peel or fresh sliced banana (use quickly).
- Use different nuts like pistachios or pecans for a new taste.
- Add spices (a pinch of cardamom or cinnamon) for a Middle Eastern twist.
- Make single-flavor bars by using only dark or milk chocolate.
FAQs
Q: Can I use chocolate chips instead of bars?
A: Yes. Chocolate chips melt well and work fine.
Q: Do I need to temper the chocolate?
A: No. For home bars you can melt and cool without full tempering. Bars still look and taste good.
Q: Can I make these nut-free?
A: Yes. Leave out nuts and add extra seeds or more dried fruit instead.
Q: How thick should the base layer be?
A: Aim for about 1 cm thickness. Thicker base needs more chocolate and longer set time.
Q: Can I pack these as gifts?
A: Yes. Wrap bars in parchment or small boxes. They make a nice homemade gift.
Dubai Chocolate Bars & Treats
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Quick and easy no-bake chocolate bars made with three types of chocolate, dried fruits, nuts, and coconut, perfect for gifts or parties.
Ingredients
- 200g dark chocolate
- 100g milk chocolate
- 50g white chocolate
- 1 cup dried fruits (e.g., apricots, cranberries)
- 1 cup nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or double boiler.
- Pour the melted chocolate into a lined baking tray to form a base layer.
- Scatter the dried fruits, nuts, and shredded coconut over the melted chocolate.
- Melt the milk chocolate and drizzle it over the toppings.
- Melt the white chocolate and drizzle it over the mixture for decoration.
- Refrigerate until set, then cut into bars.
- Enjoy your homemade Dubai Chocolate Bars and Treats!
Notes
Line the tray with baking paper for easy removal and chop nuts and dried fruit for even spreading. Melt chocolate slowly to avoid burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
