Valentine Dubai Chocolate Cookies for Two

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Valentine Dubai Chocolate Cookies For Two

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Author Sweet Temptations

Prep time

10 Min

Bake Time

12 Min

Cool Time

8 Min

Total time

30 Min

These Valentine Dubai Chocolate Cookies for Two are rich, fudgy, and extra special—perfect for a cozy dessert moment without a big batch. The cocoa cookie base bakes up soft with set edges, then gets filled with creamy pistachio cream and topped with crunchy roasted kataifi for that signature Dubai-inspired texture. Finish with pistachio chocolate pieces and a few heart sprinkles, and you’ve got a small-batch treat that feels fancy, fun, and totally shareable.

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Ingredients

• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• 4-5 sqares( 50 grams )chocolate (approximately 1.76 ounces, best if using Ritter Sport pistachio or any pistachio chocolate )
• ½ cup roasted kataifi
• 2 tablespoons store-bought pistachio cream
• Red heart sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and egg yolk until smooth.
4. Make the Dough: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
5. Shape the Cookies: Divide dough into 2 equal portions, roll into balls, and flatten slightly. Make a small indentation in the center of each cookie.
6. Fill and Top: Spoon pistachio cream into each indentation, then gently press roasted kataifi on top. Add pieces/shavings of pistachio chocolate and heart sprinkles, if using.
7. Bake the Cookies: Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft (they’ll firm up as they cool).
8. Cool and Serve: Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

1. Don’t overbake: Pull them when the edges are set but the centers are still soft—they’ll firm up as they cool.
2. Use softened butter: Soft (not melted) butter helps the dough mix smoothly and keeps the cookies tender.
3. Make deep enough indents: Press a good well in the center so the pistachio cream stays put while baking.
4. Add toppings gently: Lightly press the kataifi and chocolate on top so the cookies don’t spread too thin.
5. Let them cool a few minutes first: They’re delicate right out of the oven—cool on the pan before moving to a rack.
6. Best served slightly warm: The pistachio center stays extra creamy and the chocolate is melty and dreamy.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

454

Fat

26 g

Sat. Fat

13 g

Carbs

38 g

Fiber

3 g

Net carbs

36 g

Sugar

19 g

Protein

19 g

Sodium

92 mg

Cholesterol

180 mg

Nutrition & Allergen: Information is provided for general guidance only and may not be accurate. Actual values can vary based on ingredients, preparation methods, and sources. Always check product labels and consult your health professional if you have dietary concerns.

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