Dubai Chocolate Bar Recipe (Keto-Friendly)
A keto twist on the viral Dubai Pistachio Chocolate Bar! This low-carb recipe swaps traditional phyllo for toasted coconut and uses sugar-free chocolate, creating a rich, crunchy, creamy bar layered with pistachio cream and tahini. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings,without the carbs.

Low-carb · Sugar-free · Gluten-free · Crunchy & Creamy
Ingredients (Makes 1 bar)
Chocolate Shell
- 1 cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil
- (Optional) ¼ cup sugar-free white chocolate chips (for drizzle/design)
Pistachio-Crunch Filling
- ½ cup raw pistachios
- 1 tsp MCT oil
- 1 tsp tahini
- 2–3 drops liquid stevia (to taste)
- Pinch sea salt
- ⅓ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
Step 1: Make Pistachio Cream
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Blend pistachios + oil in a high-speed blender until smooth.
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Add tahini, sweetener, and salt. Blend again to form a creamy, spreadable texture. Set aside.
Step 2: Toast the Crunch Layer
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Heat 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter in a pan.
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Add shredded coconut and toast until golden (about 3–4 mins), stirring frequently.
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Let cool and fold into the pistachio cream.
Step 3: Melt the Chocolate
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with 1 Tbsp coconut oil in 20-second bursts. Stir between each.
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(Optional) Melt white chocolate separately for design drizzle.
Step 4: Mold Chocolate Shells
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Spoon 2 tbsp of melted chocolate into each silicone mold cavity.
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Use a brush or back of a spoon to coat the bottom and sides evenly.
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Chill for 5–10 mins until firm.
Step 5: Fill with Pistachio Mixture
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Add 1–1.5 tbsp of pistachio filling into each mold.
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Press down gently to level the surface.
Step 6: Seal the Bars
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Pour remaining melted chocolate over the top to fully cover the filling.
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Smooth out the surface.
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Chill in the fridge for 20 mins (or freezer for 10) until fully set.
Step 7: Enjoy!
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Carefully remove bars from the molds.
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Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer shelf life.
2 comments
Can’t wait to try this tomorrow!!
Can you recommend any good molds?