Christmas Dubai Chocolate Balls

Looking for a fun, festive treat to make this Christmas that will delight both kids and adults? Then this Dubai chocolate ball recipe of mine is perfect for you!

These Dubai chocolate balls with kataifi are a perfect balance of rich chocolate and crispy, buttery kataifi strands inside. With a combination of white, milk, and dark chocolate, and a crunchy surprise in every bite, these treats will be a showstopper at your holiday celebrations!

Servings: 8 Difficulty: Medium

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Cooking time: 15 minutes Preparation time: 20 minutes Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

Chocolate Filling:

100 g milk chocolate

50 g dark chocolate

50 g white chocolate

100 g sweetened condensed milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

A pinch of salt

Kataifi Coating:

200 g kataifi dough (shredded phyllo dough)

50 g unsalted butter, melted

2 tbsp sugar (optional, for a sweeter crust)

Instructions

Prepare the Chocolate Filling

Step 1: In a heatproof bowl, melt the milk, dark, and white chocolates together. You can use a double boiler or microwave the chocolate in short bursts, stirring after each interval until fully melted.

Step 2: Once melted, stir in the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Prepare the Kataifi Filling

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2: Gently separate the kataifi dough strands and place them in a large bowl. Drizzle the melted butter over the dough and toss it well to coat the strands evenly.

Step 3: If you want a sweeter filling, sprinkle the sugar over the buttered kataifi and mix until evenly distributed.

Step 4: Spread the kataifi dough in an even layer on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Be sure to check frequently to avoid burning. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool.

Assemble the Chocolate Balls

Step 1: Once the kataifi has cooled, break it into small pieces. Take a small amount of the kataifi and form it into small clumps.

Step 2: Scoop out a portion of the chocolate filling and flatten it slightly in the palm of your hand.

Step 3: Place a small clump of the kataifi in the center of the chocolate and carefully seal the chocolate around the kataifi, forming a ball. Repeat this for all the chocolate balls.

Step 4: Place the formed chocolate balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Serve and Enjoy!

Useful tips

• If the chocolate mixture is too sticky to handle, lightly grease your hands with butter or oil.

• You can add a little more sugar to the kataifi filling for extra sweetness if you like.

• Store the chocolate balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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