The UAE has recently become obsessed with pistachio kunafa chocolate coming out of Dubai. The country’s cafes, supermarkets, and bakers are now trying to make their own versions of this dessert, showing how it has morphed from a sensation to a desert chaos that is hard to ignore. The buttery rich stuffed kunafa with a combination of pistachios and chocolate is delighting many sweet lovers.
From one dessert, the trend snowballed and caused bakeries, grocery stores and even online baking stores to join in on the fun. In the upcoming sections, we will look at these places and the treats they offer.
Shamseen Bakery – The Croissant Revolution
However, the twist on the tradition has already won many hearts at Shamseen Bakery in Al Nahda. Customers buy their pistachio kunafa croissants in bulk for gatherings and parties. The combination of the buttery, flaky croissant with the rich pistachio kunafa filling has proven to be an unmatchable hit. In fact, the bakery has to keep up with increasing demand that’s become their bestseller. This is an obvious sign of just how people are loving this treat.
Lulu Supermarkets – Doughnut Heaven
They share the same passion for local and international brands with al Supermarkets and this is nothing to shy away from. Lulu Supermarkets are also on the doughnut side of the kunafa. Their pistachio kunafa doughnuts have become popular with customers coming into the stores, everyone wants these new pastries. The soft doughnut together with sweet crunchy kunafa that the doughnuts are sprinkled with, blends so perfectly that they have become must-have-donuts with everyone insisting that they can’t get enough.
Internet Gems – Kunafa Cakes and Chocolate Stuffed Dosa
The dessert revolution has also reached the online world. Coming into popularity are kunafa cakes which include a delicious kunafa filling within a layered cake. These creations often feature variations with whipped cream, pistachio toppings, and even chocolate drizzles. On the more adventurous side, the Yummy-stuffed chocolate dosa is turning heads with its delightful fusion of Indian and Middle-Eastern spice. The crispy dosa filled with gooey chocolate and kunafa is boldly unlike any other dessert and has fans raving.
Why so Popular?
What makes these kunafa inspired sweets so hard to resist? The most important part has to be the blend of textures and flavors. The traditional crispy exterior of kunafa, its creamy fillings, the nutty richness of pistachio, and chocolate so tender it melts in your mouth all unite to offer a one of a kind experience. Each bite captures an explosion of contrasting flavors; sweet, salty, crunchy, creamy. This makes it a must-try for any dessert lovers out there.
The craze for pistachio kunafa is more than a trend as it has turned into an evolution of dessert that has satisfied bakers, chefs, and customers alike. If it’s not a croissant or a doughnut, and even a slice of cake, these vivid pastries shed light on the mouthwatering innovations in the kitchen that can spin ordinary ingredients into incredible masterpieces.
The UAE is teeming with kunafa-themed delights that guarantee to please even the pickiest of dessert enthusiasts; so, if you haven’t tried them yet, now is the moment to indulge in this epicurean wonder. These sweet treats are available at bakeries, supermarkets, and even online.