What is Dubai-style chocolate?

To me, Dubai-style chocolate feels like luxury in every bite—rich, bold, with surprising twists like pistachio or spice. This Easy Dubai Style Chocolate Cookie Pie captures that mood: indulgent but grounded in warmth, like something you’d find in a high-end café but still feel at home baking.

What is in a Dubai cookie?

A Dubai cookie usually blends Middle Eastern ingredients—think pistachio, cardamom, or rose—with classic chocolate chunk comfort. This recipe layers chocolate chip cookie dough with pistachio crème and kataifi crunch. It’s sweet, textured, and full of contrast—just like the city itself.

What is cookie pie filling made of?

In this one? It’s all about that creamy pistachio crème. I spread it over the dough base, then cover it with crispy kataifi and another layer of dough. It melts into something soft and decadent under the crust. That surprise center is what makes this more than just a cookie.

What is pistachio crème, and where can I buy it?

Pistachio crème is a sweet, smooth spread made from pistachios—like a green version of Nutella with a nutty kick. You can find it online, in specialty stores, or even at some Middle Eastern grocers. And yes, it’s 100% worth the hunt.

Can I make this pie gluten-free?

Absolutely. Swap the flour with a good gluten-free blend and double-check your pistachio crème and kataifi dough (some brands include wheat). The texture might be a little more delicate, but the flavor stays bold.

Can I make this recipe without kataifi dough?

Yes, you can! While kataifi gives the pie its signature crisp, you can skip it or substitute with toasted nuts or even thin layers of phyllo. The pie will still be dreamy—just a little softer.

Easy Dubai Style Chocolate Cookie Pie

Name: Easy Dubai Style Chocolate Cookie Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 28 min
Total time: 43 min
Yield: 8 slices
Cuisine: Dubai-Inspired
Ingredients: 200g unsalted butter, softened; 250g light brown sugar; 1 large egg; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 320g plain flour; ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda; 200g chocolate chips (plus extra for topping); 300–350g pistachio crème spread; 130g kataifi dough, toasted in 10g butter

Description

A rich, gooey, and golden Easy Dubai Style Chocolate Cookie Pie layered with pistachio crème, chocolate chips, and crispy kataifi dough for texture and surprise.

Ingredients

Scale

200g unsalted butter, softened

250g light brown sugar

1 large egg

1 tsp vanilla extract

320g plain flour

½ tsp bicarbonate of soda

200g chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)

300–350g pistachio crème spread

130g kataifi dough, toasted in 10g butter

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan) and line a 9-inch cake tin.

2. Beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add egg and vanilla, mix gently.

3. Sift in flour and bicarb. Mix until dough forms.

4. Fold in chocolate chips.

5. Press half the dough into the tin base and slightly up the sides.

6. Spread pistachio crème over the base.

7. Top with toasted kataifi, pressing gently.

8. Patch remaining dough over the top, sprinkle extra chips.

9. Bake for 22–28 minutes until golden but soft in the center.

10. Cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm.

Notes

Serve warm with pistachio or vanilla ice cream.

Top with a drizzle of dark chocolate for extra richness.

Make ahead and gently reheat slices.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 460
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 170mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: Easy Dubai Style Chocolate Cookie Pie, pistachio cookie pie, chocolate kataifi dessert