Name: Easy Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cake Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 eggs; ½ cup avocado oil; 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped; ¾ cup granulated sugar; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking powder; ½ tsp baking soda; ½ tsp salt; ¼ tsp ground cardamom; 1/4 cup pistachio butter; 3 tbsp kataifi pastry; 1 tbsp butter; ½ cup fresh strawberries, chopped; ½ cup milk chocolate (bar), chopped

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Introduction

This Easy Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cake combines fresh strawberries, rich chocolate, and a crunchy pistachio kataifi layer for a unique and delightful dessert. It’s a simple yet impressive cake perfect for any occasion or a special treat at home.

The image shows square pieces of light brown cake with visible small red fruit bits inside, placed on white parchment paper over a white marbled surface. Each piece has a greenish layer on top sprinkled with fresh dark red strawberry chunks. A thick, wavy drizzle of shiny milk chocolate covers the strawberry pieces, adding a rich glossy texture. Whole bright red strawberries with green tops are placed around the cake squares as decoration. One piece is partly eaten with a woman's hand reaching toward it, and part of a white plate with a red patterned rim is visible holding another piece of the cake. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 eggs
½ cup avocado oil
1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp cardamom
¼ cup pistachio butter
3 tbsp kataifi
1 tbsp butter
½ cup fresh strawberries (for topping)
½ cup chocolate (milk chocolate bar)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Mix together the dry ingredients—flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cardamom, and sugar—in a bowl using a spoon or whisk.
Step 2: Add the eggs and avocado oil to the dry ingredients and mix well until combined.
Step 3: Rinse and chop 1 cup of fresh strawberries, then fold them gently into the batter.
Step 4: Line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and lightly spray with oil. Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely.
Step 5: In a medium pan over medium heat, toast the kataifi pastry with butter until golden brown. Stir in the pistachio butter until well mixed.
Step 6: Spread the pistachio kataifi mixture evenly over the cooled strawberry cake layer with a butter knife.
Step 7: Rinse and chop the remaining ½ cup of fresh strawberries, then scatter them over the pistachio kataifi layer.
Step 8: Chop the chocolate into small pieces and place in a microwave-safe dish. Microwave for 30 seconds and stir; if not fully melted, microwave in additional 20 to 30 second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
Step 9: Drizzle the melted chocolate evenly over the strawberries on top of the cake.
Step 10: Let the chocolate set briefly before slicing and serving. Enjoy your delicious Easy Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cake!

Tips & Variations

Use high-quality fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
If you can’t find kataifi, crushed phyllo dough or shredded wheat can be a creative substitute.
Try white chocolate or dark chocolate for a different flavor profile.
For added moisture, consider brushing the baked cake layer with a simple strawberry syrup before adding the kataifi layer.

Storage

Store the cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to keep the fresh strawberries and chocolate topping intact. Before serving, allow it to come to room temperature for about 15 minutes for the best flavor and texture. This cake is best enjoyed fresh due to the fresh strawberry topping.

How to Serve

The image shows a white parchment paper holding nine square slices of a baked dessert. Each slice has a golden-brown base layer with visible soft texture, topped with chopped red strawberry pieces scattered evenly across. Drizzled on top is a medium-dark chocolate sauce in thin, uneven lines covering each slice. Around the parchment are whole fresh strawberries for decoration. The background is a white marbled surface with some chocolate drips on the paper. The dessert looks moist with a mix of bright red fruit and rich chocolate contrast. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this cake without the kataifi layer?

Yes, you can skip the kataifi layer if you prefer a simpler cake. The cake and strawberry layers will still be delicious, though you’ll miss out on the crunchy pistachio topping.

How do I make pistachio butter at home?

Pistachio butter is made by blending shelled pistachios in a food processor until smooth and creamy. You can add a pinch of salt or a little oil if needed to reach the desired consistency.