If you’ve seen the viral Dubai chocolate strawberry cup trending, you know it’s an absolute must-try!

This dessert is a dreamy combination of crispy, buttery phyllo, rich pistachio cream, fresh strawberries, and a drizzle of melted chocolate.

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Things to avoid (but you got this!)
- Don’t burn the phyllo—stir constantly for even browning.
- Let pistachio cream warm up for a smooth, melty texture.
- Layer properly so every bite has crunch, cream, and fruit.
- Go easy on the chocolate drizzle—less is more!

Why You’ll Love This
- Buttery, crispy phyllo paired with rich pistachio cream.
- Fresh strawberries and melted chocolate make it irresistible.
- Easy to make but looks like a show-stopping dessert.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups sliced strawberries, stems removed
- 2 cups shredded, thinly sliced Phyllo dough (thawed) or Kataifi
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup pistachio cream
- 1 cup chocolate, melted for drizzling
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Step 1 – Prepare the Phyllo Dough

- Heat a large pan over medium heat.
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter and let it melt.
- Add the shredded Phyllo dough (or Kataifi) to the pan.
- Use tongs to continuously flip and stir the dough for a few minutes until it turns golden brown. Be careful not to burn it.

Step 2 – Incorporate the Pistachio Cream
- Once the Phyllo dough is golden brown, remove the pan from the heat.
- Stir in ½ cup of pistachio cream while the dough is still warm, allowing it to melt and coat the strands evenly. Alternatively, assemble the pistachio cream in the cups.
Step 3 – Assemble

- Divide the cooked Phyllo mixture evenly among serving cups.
- Add a generous portion of sliced strawberries on top.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the strawberries for the final touch.
- Serve immediately while the Phyllo is crispy.
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Have fun making it!
This viral Dubai-inspired dessert is the perfect blend of crispy, creamy, and fruity flavors. Enjoy!
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Happy cooking ~ Jenna
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Viral Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cup
Video
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries stems removed, sliced
- 2 cups shredded thinly sliced Phyllo dough (thawed) or Kataifi
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup pistachio cream
- 1 cup chocolate melted for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Phyllo Dough. Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and let it melt. Add the shredded Phyllo dough (or Kataifi) to the pan. Use tongs to continuously flip and stir the dough for a few minutes until it turns golden brown. Be careful not to burn it.
- Incorporate the Pistachio Cream. Once the Phyllo dough is golden brown, remove the pan from the heat. Stir in ½ cup of pistachio cream while the dough is still warm, allowing it to melt and coat the strands evenly. Alternatively, assemble the pistachio cream in the cups.
- Assemble. Divide the cooked Phyllo mixture evenly among serving cups. Add a generous portion of sliced strawberries on top. Drizzle melted chocolate over the strawberries for the final touch. Serve immediately while the Phyllo is crispy.






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