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Dubai chocolate cheesecake in a casserole dish near graham crackers.
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No-Bake Dubai Chocolate Cheesecake

Turn the viral Dubai chocolate bar into a gorgeous no-bake dessert! With layers of crispy kataifi, pistachio cream, and chocolate whipped cream, this Dubai chocolate cheesecake is a dream come true.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 servings
Author: Mallory Austin

Ingredients

  • 24.3 oz tub Philadelphia cheesecake filling
  • 2 cups kataifi
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3/4 cup pistachio cream* plus extra for drizzling
  • 2 drops green gel food coloring optional
  • Pinch salt
  • Hot fudge melted just until easily drizzled not hot
  • Crushed pistachios

Chocolate whipped cream

  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup dutch processed cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat a large skillet on medium heat and melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Add the kataifi dough and coat in butter. Continue stirring (to prevent burning and clumping) until crispy and golden brown, about 10-15 minutes.
  • If using food coloring to enhance the green in the pistachio cream, add the pistachio cream to a bowl with 1-2 drops of food coloring and mix well. Add an additional drop if needed.
  • Remove from heat, pour the pistachio cream and a pinch of salt over the kataifi in the pan and stir. Set aside.
  • Make the chocolate whipped cream. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl (a cold metal mixing bowl will speed up the process). Use a hand mixer on low speed to combine, then increase speed until stiff peaks form.
  • To assemble the cheesecake, press the kataifi into the bottom of a 9x13 pan in an even layer. Use an offset spatula to spread over the cheesecake filling evenly and top it with a smooth layer of chocolate whipped cream.
  • If desired, drizzle hot fudge and pistachio cream over the top and using a toothpick to swirl.  Sprinkle over crushed pistachios. Cover tightly and refrigerate for 1 hour or until ready to enjoy.
  • Use a knife to slice as the Kataifi will set up firm like a crust. Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and store in the fridge.

Notes

The pistachio cream is spendy, so I recommend buying a large jar at Costco if feasible.