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Delicious Dubai chocolate strawberry cup with fresh strawberries and rich chocolate
Patricia Krouse

Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cup

An elegant dessert featuring chocolate-dipped strawberries served over a silky custard base, perfect for special occasions or indulgent snacks.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet Snack
Cuisine: American, International
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Strawberries
  • 200 grams Fresh strawberries Choose ripe, firm berries for best texture.
  • 100 grams Silky chocolate (dark or milk) Use good-quality chocolate for melting.
For the Custard
  • 1 cup Milk For homemade custard.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract For flavoring the custard.
  • 2 large Egg yolks For thickening the custard.
  • 3 tablespoons Sugar For sweetening the custard.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornflour For thickening.
For the Toppings
  • 50 grams Golden crispy flakes or crushed nuts For a crunchy finish. Use cornflake crisps, toasted coconut, or crushed pistachios.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Set up a double boiler: bring a small pot of water to a gentle simmer and place a heatproof bowl on top. Add chopped chocolate and stir until fully melted and glossy. Remove from heat.
  2. Hold each strawberry by the stem and dip it into the chocolate, turning to coat evenly. Shake gently to remove excess chocolate.
  3. Lay the dipped strawberries on parchment or a silicone mat. Chill in the fridge for 10–20 minutes until the chocolate is firm.
Custard Preparation
  1. Prepare the custard according to package directions or whisk up a quick homemade custard: heat milk with vanilla, temper in egg yolks mixed with sugar and cornflour, stir until thick, then cool.
Assembly
  1. Spoon a layer of custard into serving glasses to make a stable base.
  2. Add two or three chocolate-coated strawberries on top, standing them upright for visual appeal.
  3. Sprinkle golden crispy flakes, toasted nuts, or crushed cookies over the top for a crunchy finish.
  4. Serve immediately to maintain the crispness of the chocolate and freshness of the custard.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 60mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

Notes

Store assembled cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Do not freeze fully assembled cups. Keep custard chilled below 40°F (4°C) and consume within 2 days if homemade.

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