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Dubai Chocolate Brownies

Indulge in these luxurious Dubai Chocolate Brownies that combine rich cocoa with nutty pistachio paste and tahini for a unique flavor and delightful texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Middle Eastern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Flavor additions & mix-ins
  • 1/4 cup pistachio paste
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
Topping
  • 1/2 cup toasted kataifi

Method
 

Preparation and Mixing
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fold in the pistachio paste, tahini, and toasted kataifi. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  2. Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

Serve these brownies warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for contrast, or chill and slice for neat gift boxes. For a fun salty-sweet pairing, place a small bowl of crunchy snacks alongside.