Dubai Chocolate Bar Cookies with Kunafa and Pistachio
Indulge in these decadent cookies inspired by the famous Dubai chocolate bar, featuring a rich chocolate base, crispy kunafa threads, and crunchy pistachios. A perfect fusion of Middle Eastern flavors in a convenient cookie form.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup kunafa dough shredded, toasted until golden
- 1/2 cup pistachios chopped, toasted
- 4 oz dark chocolate melted for drizzling
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For make-ahead, freeze the dough balls on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag; bake from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to cook time. Substitute almonds for pistachios if desired, or use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version. Serve with a cup of Arabic coffee or mint tea for an authentic Middle Eastern experience.