Home & Kitchen with Caraway
The Best Dubai Chocolate Bar Recipe
At Caraway , we’re all about recipes that feel indulgent but still align with a health-conscious lifestyle. Chocolate bars are the ultimate treat, and the Dubai-style version takes things up a notch. Think rich cocoa, natural sweetness, and a hint of exotic flavor that makes every bite taste luxurious without going overboard on sugar or processed ingredients.
This recipe is quick to whip up, doesn’t require complicated techniques, and uses wholesome pantry staples. It’s perfect for when you want something decadent to share with friends or to keep stashed in the fridge for an afternoon pick-me-up.
Ingredients
2 cups dark chocolate chips (70% cacao or higher)
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped almonds or pistachios
1/4 cup dried dates, finely chopped
2 tbsp tahini or almond butter
1 tbsp honey or pure maple syrup
1/2 tsp ground cardamom (optional but adds that Dubai-inspired flavor)
Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
Melt the chocolate. Place chocolate chips in a heat-safe bowl and gently melt using a double boiler or in short microwave bursts, stirring until smooth.
Mix in flavor. Stir in tahini (or almond butter), honey, cardamom, and a pinch of sea salt until combined.
Layer the extras. Line a Caraway baking sheet or square pan with parchment. Spread the melted chocolate mixture evenly. Sprinkle coconut, almonds or pistachios, and dates over the top, pressing them in lightly.
Chill. Place in the fridge for 30 to 40 minutes, or until firm.
Slice & store. Once the bars are set, cut them into squares or rectangles. Transfer them into our Glass Airtight Container Set to keep them fresh all week long. The tight seal locks in flavor while keeping your fridge neat and organized.
This isn’t your average chocolate bar. The mix of dark chocolate, tahini, dates, and cardamom hits that sweet spot of indulgent but not over the top. The texture is rich but balanced, and the toppings keep every bite interesting.
Plus, since you can spread it all out on our non-toxic baking sheets, clean-up is minimal with no sticky corners or endless scrubbing. It’s the kind of recipe that looks impressive, tastes amazing, and doesn’t leave you with a kitchen disaster afterward.
Conclusion
Chocolate bars might feel like a guilty pleasure, but with a few smart swaps, like dark chocolate, natural sweeteners, and a sprinkle of nutrient-dense toppings, they become a treat you can feel good about. The best part? Recipes like this prove that you don’t need a pastry degree or hours in the kitchen to make something both decadent and better-for-you.
Keep a batch ready in the fridge for when the craving hits, or slice them into smaller squares for an easy addition to a dinner spread. And when your tools make the process easier, whether it’s non-toxic bakeware that cleans in seconds or storage that keeps things fresher longer, it’s one less barrier between you and the food you love.
At Caraway , that’s what we’re all about: helping home cooks enjoy the classics in a way that feels cleaner, healthier, and a little more modern. Here’s to chocolate that checks every box.
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