Dubai Chocolate Cake

Why Make This Recipe

Dubai Chocolate Cake is a rich and decadent dessert that brings together the luxurious flavors of chocolate and pistachio. This cake is perfect for celebrations, birthdays, or any special occasion. The combination of moist chocolate layers with creamy pistachio filling makes it an irresistible treat. Plus, it’s easy to make and will impress your guests!

How to Make Dubai Chocolate Cake

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup pistachio paste
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate
• Chopped pistachios for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
4. Stir in boiling water (the batter will be thin).
5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
7. Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
8. For the filling, whip heavy cream and fold in pistachio paste.
9. Once the cakes are cool, spread the pistachio filling between the layers and stack them.
10. For the chocolate sauce, melt bittersweet chocolate in a double boiler; once melted, pour it over the top of the cake and let it drip down the sides.
11. Garnish with chopped pistachios before serving.

How to Serve Dubai Chocolate Cake

Serve Dubai Chocolate Cake at room temperature for the best flavor. You can slice it and place it on plates. It’s great on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on the side.

How to Store Dubai Chocolate Cake

To keep Dubai Chocolate Cake fresh, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to keep it longer, you can refrigerate it for up to a week. Make sure to let it come to room temperature before serving if taken out of the fridge.

Tips to Make Dubai Chocolate Cake

1. Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
2. Don’t skip the boiling water step; it makes the cake more moist.
3. Use high-quality chocolate for the sauce for the best flavor.
4. You can add more chopped pistachios on top for extra crunch.

Variation

You can experiment with different flavors by adding orange zest or espresso to the batter for a unique twist. Also, you might use almond paste instead of pistachio for a different filling.

FAQs

1. Can I use other types of nuts instead of pistachios?
Yes, you can use almonds, walnuts, or hazelnuts if you prefer.

2. Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Yes, you can bake the cakes in advance and store them in the refrigerator. Assemble the cake just before serving for the best taste.

3. Is there a way to make this recipe gluten-free?
You can use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend to make this cake gluten-free. Just ensure that all other ingredients are also gluten-free.

Dubai Chocolate Cake

A rich and decadent dessert featuring moist chocolate layers and creamy pistachio filling, perfect for celebrations and special occasions.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American, Middle Eastern

Servings 12 servings

Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients

  

Cake Ingredients

• 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs Room temperature
• 1 cup whole milk Room temperature
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water Do not skip this step

Filling Ingredients

• 1 cup pistachio paste
• 1 cup heavy cream Whipped

Chocolate Sauce Ingredients

• 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate Melt for sauce
• to taste chopped pistachios For garnish

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
• In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
• Stir in boiling water (the batter will be thin).
• Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.

Baking

• Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
• Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Filling and Assembly

• For the filling, whip heavy cream and fold in pistachio paste.
• Once the cakes are cool, spread the pistachio filling between the layers and stack them.

Chocolate Sauce

• Melt bittersweet chocolate in a double boiler; once melted, pour it over the top of the cake and let it drip down the sides.
• Garnish with chopped pistachios before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, serve the cake at room temperature. Store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Keyword Birthday Cake, Celebration Cake, Chocolate Cake, Dessert Recipe, Pistachio Cake