Decadent chocolate bars blend with pistachio, coconut, rose, and spiced date caramel for a luxurious bite.
# Components:
→ Chocolate Base
01 - 7 oz premium dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
02 - 3.5 oz milk chocolate, chopped
03 - 2.8 oz unsalted butter
04 - 2.7 fl oz heavy cream
→ Crunch Layer
05 - 2.8 oz crushed pistachios
06 - 2.1 oz crushed digestive biscuits
07 - 1.1 oz toasted coconut flakes
→ Spiced Date Caramel
08 - 4.2 oz Medjool dates, pitted
09 - 2 fl oz water
10 - 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
11 - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
→ Garnish
12 - Edible gold leaf (optional)
13 - 2 tbsp chopped dried rose petals
14 - Extra chopped pistachios
# Directions:
01 - Combine dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl. Place over a saucepan with gently simmering water and stir until fully melted and smooth. Remove from heat and incorporate heavy cream, blending until glossy. Let cool slightly.
02 - Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper. Evenly distribute the chocolate mixture into the prepared pan.
03 - Scatter crushed pistachios, digestive biscuits, and toasted coconut flakes over the chocolate base. Press gently with a spatula to embed the toppings.
04 - Combine pitted dates, water, ground cardamom, and sea salt in a small saucepan. Simmer on low heat until the dates are tender and liquid is absorbed, about five minutes. Puree the mixture using a blender or immersion blender until completely smooth.
05 - Spoon or swirl the spiced date caramel onto the crunchy chocolate base. Refrigerate the pan for at least two hours or until solid.
06 - Lift the set dessert from the pan and slice into bars or squares. Decorate with edible gold leaf, dried rose petals, and extra pistachios before serving.
