Spiced Dubai Chocolate with Rosewater
80% authentic · Middle Eastern Fusion
An aromatic twist on Dubai Chocolate, infused with fragrant rosewater and warm spices like cardamom, offering a unique sensory experience.
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Ingredients
- Medjool dates, pitted2 cups
- Walnuts, toasted and chopped1/2 cup
- Dark chocolate (70% cocoa)180g, chopped
- Cardamom powder1/2 teaspoon
- Rosewater1 teaspoon
- Orange zest1/2 teaspoon
- Salt1/4 teaspoon
- Edible rose petals, for garnish (optional)as needed
Steps
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a food processor, process the pitted Medjool dates until a sticky paste forms.
- 3
Add the toasted chopped walnuts, cardamom powder, rosewater, orange zest, and salt. Pulse until combined.
- 4
Melt the dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave.
- 5
Gently fold the melted chocolate into the date and nut mixture until evenly distributed.
- 6
Spoon small portions of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, or press into a small lined pan and cut into desired shapes.
- 7
If desired, garnish with edible rose petals before chilling.
- 8
Refrigerate for at least 40 minutes, or until firm.
- 9
Serve chilled.
