Dubai Chocolate Covered Strawberries

These Dubai Chocolate Strawberries are dipped in dark chocolate infused with cardamom and rosewater, then garnished with pistachios and rose petals for a stunning, simple Middle Eastern-inspired dessert.

Prep time

10 minutes

Cook time

5 minutes

Total time

15 minutes

Yield

12–16 strawberries

Ingredients

12–16 large fresh strawberries

1 cup dark chocolate (70% cocoa)

1 tsp coconut oil (optional)

1/4 tsp ground cardamom

1/2 tsp rosewater (optional)

2 tbsp crushed pistachios

1 tbsp edible rose petals (optional)

2 tbsp white chocolate for drizzle (optional)

Instructions

1. Wash and fully dry the strawberries.
2. Melt dark chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl.
3. Stir in cardamom and rosewater.
4. Dip strawberries into chocolate, allowing excess to drip.
5. Sprinkle toppings while chocolate is still wet.
6. Place on parchment-lined tray and refrigerate 10–15 mins.
7. Drizzle with white chocolate if desired before serving.

Notes

Make sure strawberries are completely dry before dipping to avoid seizing the chocolate.

Store in a single layer in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Use vegan chocolate for a dairy-free option.