Dubai Pistachio Dip
This Dubai Pistachio Dip is rich, creamy, and irresistibly scoopable. Pistachio paste and tahini are folded into fluffy whipped cream, then mixed with toasted knafeh for a satisfying crunch. Finished with a soft-set dark chocolate ganache that stays glossy and spoonable, this dip is made for sharing, or enjoying straight from the bowl. Serve it with pretzels, graham crackers, or cookies for an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert.
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Dubai Pistachio Dip
8-10 / roughly 2 1/2 Cups
15 minutes
10 minutes
Pure Pistachio Paste is the heart of this Dubai Pistachio Dip, bringing rich, nutty flavor and natural creaminess to every bite. Made from finely ground pistachios, it blends seamlessly into the dip, creating a smooth base that balances perfectly with the tahini, crunchy knafeh, and glossy chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
Pistachio Dip
- 1 ½ C / 360 g Pure Pistachio Paste
- 2 Tbsp / 30 g Tahini
- 2 C / 180 g Whipped Cream, Purchased or Prepared, Thawed
- 1 ½ C / 90 g Toasted Knafeh (Kataifi), Chopped
Soft Set Dark Chocolate Ganache
- ¾ C / 120 g 58% Tumaco 65% Dark Chocolate
- 2 Tbsp / 28 g Butter
- 2 ½ Tbsp / 50 g Light Corn Syrup
- 2 Tbsp / 30 g Hot Water
Directions
Pistachio Dip
- In a large bowl, stir together the pistachio paste and tahini until completely smooth and uniform.
- Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip until the mixture is light, fluffy, and evenly combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the toasted knafeh, reserving a small handful for garnish. Mix just until evenly distributed.
- Spread the dip evenly into a serving dish.
Soft-Set Dark Chocolate
- Combine the ingredients place chocolate, butter, corn syrup, and 2 Tbsp hot water into a heat-safe bowl.
- Microwave in 15–20 second intervals, stirring well between each, until the chocolate is fully melted.
- Stir until smooth and glossy. If needed, add additional hot water 1 Tbsp at a time until the ganache is fluid, spoonable, and softly set (not stiff).
Assembly
- Pour the warm ganache over the pistachio dip and finish with additional toasted knafeh.
- Serve with pretzels, graham crackers, cookies, or enjoy straight from the spoon
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