Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cup
A luxurious dessert featuring juicy fresh strawberries enveloped in rich dark chocolate ganache, topped with chopped pistachios and optional edible gold leaf for an elegant Dubai-inspired touch.
Ingredients
- 200 g (7 oz) dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), chopped
- 200 ml (3/4 cup + 1 tbsp) heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp honey (optional, for extra silkiness)
- Pinch of salt
- 4–6 fresh strawberries, halved
- 2 tbsp chopped pistachios (unsalted)
- Edible gold leaf (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heat-proof bowl.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, butter, honey (if using), and a pinch of salt. Heat until just about to simmer, without boiling vigorously.
- Pour the hot cream mixture over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 30 seconds, then gently stir until the chocolate melts completely and becomes smooth and glossy, forming a ganache.
- Allow the ganache to cool slightly until pourable but not hot.
- Arrange halved strawberries in serving cups or glasses, cut side facing outward.
- Drizzle or pour the ganache over the strawberries, letting it flow around and between them.
- Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top while the ganache is still soft.
- If desired, apply small flakes of edible gold leaf on top for decoration.
- Chill the cups in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes to let the ganache firm up. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Best enjoyed fresh for optimal texture and shine.
- For a vegan version, substitute coconut cream for heavy cream, vegan butter for dairy butter, and ensure the dark chocolate is dairy-free.
- Do not freeze; strawberries lose texture when thawed.
- Ganache can be made ahead and gently reheated before assembling.
- Store covered in the fridge for up to 1 day.
Find it online: https://recipemoment.com/dubai-chocolate-strawberry-cup/