Dubai chocolate the best way

Ingredients

• 24 oz Cream Cheese (room temperature, softened)
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 4 Eggs (large, at room temperature)
• 1 cup Heavy Cream (cold)
• 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 8 oz Dark Chocolate (70% cacao) (chopped)
• 1/2 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (cut into pieces, melted)
• 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cardamom
• 1 cup Pistachios (unsalted) (finely ground)
• 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar (sifted)
• 1/4 cup Heavy Cream (for pistachio cream) (cold)
• 1 pinch Sea Salt

Instructions

1. Prepare Pan

   Line the bottom and sides of the springform pan with parchment paper, allowing the paper to overhang the edges for easy removal.

   Time: PT5M

2. Blend Cheesecake Batter

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and beat until light. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated. Pour in heavy cream, vanilla, and sifted flour; blend on low speed until just combined. Do not over‑mix.

   Time: PT10M

3. Bake the Cheesecake

   Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the pan on a baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is deeply caramelized and the center still jiggles slightly.

   Time: PT45M

   Temperature: 425°F

4. Cool and Unmold

   Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool on a rack for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Use the parchment overhang to lift the cake out of the pan.

   Time: PT30M

5. Make Pistachio Cream

   In a food processor, pulse the pistachios into a fine powder. Add powdered sugar, melted butter, heavy cream, and a pinch of sea salt; blend until smooth and spreadable.

   Time: PT15M

6. Prepare Dubai Chocolate Glaze

   Combine chopped dark chocolate, sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, and ground cardamom in a saucepan over low heat. Stir until glossy and smooth.

   Time: PT10M

7. Assemble and Serve

   Spread the pistachio cream evenly over the chilled cheesecake. Drizzle the warm Dubai chocolate glaze over the top, allowing it to pool and create a glossy finish. Slice with a hot knife for clean cuts.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

420

Protein

7g

Carbohydrates

35g

Fat

28g

Fiber

1g