Dubai Strawberry Cups

why make this recipe

This dessert is fresh, crunchy, and sweet. It mixes warm toasted konafah with cool strawberries and creamy pistachio. You can make it fast. It works for parties or a quick treat at home.

introduction

Dubai Strawberry Cups are fun and full of flavor. They pair crisp toasted konafah, sweet strawberries, pistachio cream, and melted chocolate. If you like simple fruit desserts with a Middle Eastern touch, you will enjoy this. For another easy fruit idea, try a mango strawberry smoothie recipe.

how to make Dubai Strawberry Cups

1. Slice the strawberries and set them aside.
2. In a large skillet or deep pot, melt the butter on medium-low.
3. Add the chopped konafah dough in a thin layer. Do it in two batches so it browns evenly.
4. Stir often and cook low and slow for 15–20 minutes per batch. Watch it so it does not burn.
5. Put the browned konafah on a paper towel. Sprinkle a little salt while it rests.
6. Mix the toasted konafah with the pistachio cream. Start with one jar and add more to taste.
7. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler until smooth.
8. In clear cups or bowls, make layers: some sliced strawberries, a layer of konafah-pistachio mix, a drizzle of melted chocolate, and chopped pistachios.
9. Repeat the layers until the cup is full. Serve right away.

Ingredients :

• One quart of strawberries or more or less to taste, sliced
• One 10.5 oz jar of pistachio cream (NOT pistachio butter—it is not the same thing. You may need to buy two jars! I use 1.5 jars, but you can start with one and add more if you’d like.)
• One 17.6 oz package of frozen konafah or kataifi dough (they are the same thing) cut into pieces using a very sharp knife or sharp chef scissors
• A couple tablespoons of salted butter
• Salt to taste
• Chocolate—I prefer to use one Tony’s milk chocolate bar, but you can use chocolate chips or whatever your favorite chocolate to melt down. Alternatively if you don’t want warm chocolate, you can even sprinkle on chocolate chips without having to melt anything down. Up to you!
• Chopped pistachios

how to serve Dubai Strawberry Cups

Serve them right after you assemble them. The konafah is crunchy when fresh. Use clear cups to show the layers. You can also put them in small bowls for a dessert plate.

how to store Dubai Strawberry Cups

Store any leftover components separately. Keep toasted konafah in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Keep pistachio cream refrigerated in its jar. Store sliced strawberries in the fridge for 1–2 days and drain extra juice. Assemble cups just before serving so the konafah stays crunchy.

tips to make Dubai Strawberry Cups

• Toast the konafah slowly on low heat so it browns evenly.
• Do not overcrowd the pan. Toast in batches.
• Start with one jar of pistachio cream and taste. Add more if you want it richer.
• Use a double boiler for smooth melted chocolate and to avoid burning.
• Dry the strawberry slices lightly so they do not make the konafah soggy.

variation (if any)

• Use raspberries or blueberries instead of strawberries.
• Swap milk chocolate for dark chocolate for a deeper flavor.
• Add a spoon of whipped cream on top for extra creaminess.
• Use chocolate chips sprinkled on top if you do not want to melt chocolate.

FAQs

Q: Can I use fresh konafah instead of frozen?
A: Yes, but frozen konafah is easiest to cut and toast. Fresh may need careful handling.

Q: What is pistachio cream and where can I buy it?
A: Pistachio cream is sweet, spreadable pistachio paste sold in jars. Check specialty stores or online. It is not the same as pistachio butter.

Q: How long does the toasted konafah stay crunchy?
A: If kept in an airtight container at room temperature, it stays crunchy for about 1–2 days.

Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: Use dairy-free butter and choose dairy-free chocolate to melt. Check labels to be sure.

Q: Can I prepare any parts ahead of time?
A: Yes. Toast the konafah and keep it in a sealed container. Slice strawberries and store them in the fridge. Mix the pistachio cream when you are ready to assemble.

Dubai Strawberry Cups

• Author: bennacer-blogbrandinggmail-com
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 60 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Assembling
• Cuisine: Middle Eastern
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A delightful dessert combining warm toasted konafah, fresh strawberries, creamy pistachio, and melted chocolate.

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Ingredients

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• 1 quart strawberries, sliced
• 1 jar (10.5 oz) pistachio cream
• 1 package (17.6 oz) frozen konafah, cut into pieces
• 2 tablespoons salted butter
• Salt, to taste
• Chocolate (milk chocolate bar or chocolate chips)
• Chopped pistachios

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Instructions

1. Slice the strawberries and set them aside.
2. In a skillet, melt the butter on medium-low.
3. Add the chopped konafah dough in a thin layer and cook in two batches for 15–20 minutes, stirring often.
4. Transfer browned konafah to a paper towel and sprinkle with salt.
5. Mix the toasted konafah with pistachio cream to taste.
6. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler until smooth.
7. Layer in cups: strawberries, konafah-pistachio mix, melted chocolate, and chopped pistachios.
8. Repeat layers until the cup is full, then serve immediately.

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Notes

Serve right after assembling to maintain the crunchiness of the konafah. Store components separately to keep fresh.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 300
• Sugar: 25g
• Sodium: 250mg
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fiber: 4g
• Protein: 5g
• Cholesterol: 15mg