Dubai’s legendary pistachio kunafa chocolate is now the go to dessert in the UAE, sparking a frenzy of innovation from both pastry chefs and dessert lovers alike. What started as a viral Tik Tok sensation now seems to be a nationwide trend, from croissants to doughnuts, the rich indulgent flavors of kunafa, pistachios, and chocolate have stolen the spotlight.
Let’s look at how this caffeinated dessert trend is shaping the Emirates:
Shamseen Bakery – Where Croissants and Kunafa Collide
There is a special place called Shamseen Bakery in Al Nahda, where pistachio kunafa croissants are being ordered in bulk for parties, get-togethers, and other special occasions. They are bestsellers for a reason. The flakiness of the croissant and the power of the kunafa is unrivaled. It’s clear this treat isn’t a passing trend – and just like that, with demand skyrocketing, it’s here to stay.
Lulu Supermarkets – Doughnuts with a Twist
Lulu’s Supermarket has recently introduced pistachio kunafa doughnuts which have become the most sought-after among locals as well as expats. To illustrate, imagine a soft sweet, pistachio topped, doughnut kunafa, which is crispy and nutty, doughnut. The texture and flavor archetypes vomited by the blend are indomitable like the numerous reviews by customers claiming it’s hard to quell the never-ending desire of these doughnuts.
The fad online – Kunafa Desserts and Mouth watering Stuffed Dosa
The handcrafted cuisine as well as bakers are also enjoying the sweets kunafa sugary wave. The classic dish has also undergone a change wherein it is now referred to as kumafa cake, sandwiched with thick cream and layered with chocolate and pistachios for decoration. Apart from that, the Yummy stuffed chocolate dosa unites Indian and Middle Eastern spices allowing the kunafa and chocolate filled crispy dosa shell innovation to capture the attention of dessert addicts everywhere.
What Makes Pistachio Kunafa The Talk Of The Town?
The answer can be found in the kunafa’s exquisite assortment of contrasting flavors and textures. There really are no words to describe how pistachios and chocolate’s soft sweetness blends together with kunafa’s crisp, buttery, golden-brown crust. Apart from this, dessert lovers get to relish the pistachio kunafa’s crunch, creaminess, sweetness, and much more all in one treat.
This dessert started as a viral sensation but in no time became a symbol of the dessert revolution here in the UAE. A kunafa croissant at Shamseen Bakery or a pistachio kunafa doughnut at Lulu, order a kunafa cake online and you too will feel the wave of kunafa mania that is sweeping the country, bite by bite.
Those that have never had a chance to try kunafa before now is the perfect time to treat yourself. Each bite of the kunafa is a sweet sensation very few desserts can provide. It is hard to overlook a dish as stunning and jaw dropping as the kunafa.