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The Dubai toast is continuing the sensational popularity of Dubai chocolate

23.05.2025 | 16:30 |
 The Dubai toast is continuing the sensational popularity of Dubai chocolate

It would seem that just recently, the dessert with its unique combination of milk chocolate, pistachio paste, and kataifi dough, the same used to make the famous Turkish baklava, expanded beyond the UAE, transforming into a global phenomenon: Dubai chocolate. This unusual and not inexpensive treat became so popular that imitations began to appear in various parts of the world, produced by well-known companies such as Lindt.

In Britain and the United States, demand was so high that some stores introduced purchase limits – no more than a few pieces per customer. On social media, users began sharing homemade recipes for Dubai chocolate. And now, a new trend is gaining momentum among Gen Z – the Dubai toast. This unusual dessert consists of toast filled with pistachio paste and crispy kataifi dough, wrapped in chocolate.

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As noted in a publication by hi-tech.mail, the idea for the "Dubai toast" came from a popular dessert in Arab countries that combines sweet pistachio cream and thin, crispy strands of kataifi dough. However, the new trend emphasizes convenience and accessibility: toasts with pistachio filling, fried until golden brown and covered in chocolate, have become a popular street food. Confectioners have begun experimenting with the Dubai toast recipe, adding various ingredients such as nuts, caramel, or spices to create new flavor combinations. These toasts quickly became popular in cafes and street food stalls, and have also started appearing on the menus of some restaurants.

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The popularity of the Dubai toast is also reflected on social media, where users share their recipes and photos of this treat. Many note its unusual taste and attractive appearance, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy new and original foods.

Thus, the Dubai toast has become not only a delicious treat but also evidence that traditional Eastern desserts can be excellently received in other cultures. Its popularity continues to grow, and perhaps in the future, it will become an integral part of the global gastronomic map, the source notes.

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Photo: myguide-dubai.com

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