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Dubai Pistachio Cheese Bomb

Indulge in Dubai Pistachio Cheese Bomb for a Luxurious Dessert

Experience the luxurious and indulgent Dubai Pistachio Cheese Bomb, blending creamy cheese with pistachios and chocolate ganache.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Freezing Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Filling
  • 250 g Cream Cheese Offers a smooth, dense filling; substitute with mascarpone for a different flavor.
  • 200 ml Heavy Cream Adds richness and creaminess; coconut cream makes for a lovely dairy-free option.
  • ¼ cup Sugar Sweetens the mixture; consider honey for a natural sweetness.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances the filling's overall flavor.
For the Kataifi Layer
  • 250 g Kataifi Provides a crunchy outer layer; shredded phyllo dough can work in a pinch.
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter Binds and crisps the kataifi for that perfect crunch.
For the Pistachio Cream
  • cups Pistachio Cream Imparts a deep, nutty flavor; almond cream can be a delightful substitute.
For the Chocolate Ganaches
  • cup Milk Chocolate Sweetens the ganache and adds richness.
  • 50 g White Chocolate Ensures a creamy, sweet pistachio ganache.
For the Final Touch
  • Pinch Pearl Sugar Optional garnish for added visual appeal; makes the dessert extra fancy!

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Non-Stick Skillet
  • Small Saucepan
  • mold

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 250g of cream cheese, 200ml of heavy cream, ¼ cup of sugar, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 3-5 minutes. Pour this filling into a mold and freeze for at least 3 hours until set.
  2. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Chop 250g of kataifi into small pieces and add it to the skillet with 3 tbsp of unsalted butter. Stir frequently, toasting the kataifi for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the toasted kataifi with 1½ cups of pistachio cream and melted 50g of white chocolate. Stir until thoroughly mixed and set aside.
  4. In a small saucepan, heat 200ml of heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to bubble gently, then remove from heat and add ⅔ cup of milk chocolate. Stir until smooth and allow to cool.
  5. In the same saucepan, warm another 100ml of heavy cream. Stir in the remaining 50g of white chocolate and 1½ cups of pistachio cream until creamy and well combined.
  6. Retrieve the frozen cheese filling, press half of the pistachio kunafa mixture at the bottom of a round mold, place the cheese filling on top and cover with the remaining kunafa. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  7. Gently remove the Dubai Pistachio Cheese Bomb from the mold. Drizzle with both the chocolate and pistachio ganaches, garnish with pearl sugar, and serve with optional biscuits or wafer rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing. Don't skip freezing time for the cheese filling. Heat cream for ganaches just until bubbly to avoid graininess in texture.

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