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Dubai Chocolate Brownies

By Krista Pool

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on Sep 08, 2025

I’m so excited for you to try these Dubai Chocolate Brownies! Imagine fudgy Ghirardelli brownies as the base, a crunchy golden layer of toasted katifi mixed with pistachio spread on top, and then a silky blanket of milk chocolate to seal it all together. It’s rich, crunchy, chocolatey, and nutty all in one bite. These brownies aren’t just a treat—they’re a showstopper.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION / MACROS

Makes: 24 servings

Serving size: 85g

Calories: 377

Macros: 3p / 55c / 16f (1.8 fiber)

Search the food database in MyFitnessPal and MacrosFirst for Stay Fit Mom Dubai Chocolate Brownies.

INGREDIENTS

• Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate Brownie Mix
• Eggs
• Water
• Oil
• Butter
• Katifi
• Pistachio Spread
• Milk chocolate melting chocolate

What is Katifi?

Katifi (also spelled kataifi) is a type of shredded phyllo dough that’s commonly used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean desserts. If you’ve ever seen a pastry that looks like it’s topped with crispy golden “noodles,” that’s katifi!

It bakes up beautifully crunchy and adds the perfect texture contrast when layered with sweet fillings. In traditional recipes, katifi is often combined with nuts and syrup, but in this brownie recipe, it gets toasted with butter and pistachio spread to create a nutty, crunchy topping that pairs perfectly with fudgy chocolate.

You can usually find katifi in the freezer section of specialty grocery stores, Mediterranean markets, or online.

Ingredient Swaps & Variations

• No pistachio spread? Try Nutella, Biscoff, or peanut butter.
• Swap milk chocolate for dark chocolate if you like it richer.
• Use walnuts or pecans mixed into the katifi for extra crunch.

What You’ll Love About This Recipe

• Layers of texture: fudgy brownie, crunchy katifi, creamy pistachio, smooth chocolate.
• Impressive but easy: boxed brownie mix keeps the recipe simple, while the toppings make it feel bakery-worthy.
• Perfect for sharing: this batch makes 24 servings, so it’s great for parties, holidays, or gifting.

Behind the Recipe

I never got to try the viral Crumbl Dubai Chocolate Brownies when they came out, but they looked so good that I knew I had to make my own version. We host a Fantasy Football night for 20+ people so I decided to give these a go and they were a huge hit!

Tips for Success

• Don’t skip cooling the brownies before adding toppings.
• Work quickly when spreading melted chocolate to get a smooth layer.
• Toast katifi until golden, not burnt—it cooks fast.

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SUPPLIES USED

9×13 Casserole Dish – This size pan is a staple in any kitchen! It’s perfect for family-sized casseroles!

Pistachio Spread — Mix this with the Katifi as well as drizzle it and swirl it on top.

Melting Chocolate — Any melting chocolate will do, but this is a good one!

Katifi — This gives this recipe the perfect crispy layer!

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Dubai Chocolate Brownies

By: Krista Pool

These Dubai chocolate brownies combine rich Ghirardelli triple chocolate brownie mix with buttery, crispy kataifi, a luscious layer of pistachio cream, and a silky milk chocolate topping for a decadent Middle Eastern–inspired dessert.

Prep: 10 minutes mins

Cook: 45 minutes mins

Servings: 24 servings

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Equipment

• 9X13 Casserole Dish

Ingredients 

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• ▢ 2 boxes Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate Brownie Mix
• ▢ 2 eggs
• ▢ 2/3 cup water
• ▢ 2/3 cup vegetable oil
• ▢ 2 tablespoons butter
• ▢ 2 1/2 cups Katifi, 140g
• ▢ 1 cup + 1 Tablespoon Pistachio Spread
• ▢ 16 ounces milk chocolate melting chocolate

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Instructions 

• Preheat the oven to 365 degrees and lightly grease a 9 X 13 casserole dish.
• In a large mixing bowl combine the brownie mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Pour into the casserole dish and bake in the oven for 40-50 minutes depending on how well done you like your brownies.
• Let brownies cool at least 1 hour.
• Melt the butter in a saute pan over medium heat. Add the Katifi and toast until golden brown.
• Turn off the heat and mix in the pistachio spread. Pour over the brownies and spread to cover them completely.
• Using a microwave safe dish begin melting the chocolate. Cook for 1 minute, stir, and then cook 15-20 seconds at a time until smooth.
• Pour chocolate over the brownies and use a spoon to spread it in a nice even layer.
• Place 1 tablespoon of pistachio spread in a small bowl. Heat 30 seconds, stir, and drizzle over the brownies. To make a pretty drizzle put it in a small ziplock bag, cut the tip, and then drizzle. Use a butter knife to swirl into the batter to create the design seen in my images.
• Let the chocolate set for at least 1 hour. Slice into 24 pieces and enjoy!

Notes

• Don’t skip cooling the brownies before adding toppings.
• Work quickly when spreading melted chocolate to get a smooth layer.
• Toast katifi until golden, not burnt—it cooks fast.
• Find in Myfitnesspal and the Macrosfirst app food database by searching, “Stay Fit Mom Dubai Chocolate Brownies.”

Nutrition

Serving: 85g, Calories: 377kcal, Carbohydrates: 55g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 16g, Fiber: 1.8g

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