Dense, fudgy cake loaded with roasted pistachios and dark chocolate, inspired by the viral Dubai chocolate bar sensation.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup (130 g) all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup (40 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/2 tsp baking powder
04 - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
06 - 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs, at room temperature
08 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
→ Add-Ins
09 - 3/4 cup (120 g) shelled roasted pistachios, roughly chopped
10 - 3.5 oz (100 g) good-quality dark chocolate, chopped or chips
→ Optional Topping
11 - 2 tbsp chopped pistachios
12 - Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch (20 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
04 - Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined—do not overmix.
05 - Gently fold in chopped pistachios and chocolate.
06 - Scrape the thick batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with extra pistachios and flaky salt if desired.
07 - Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Do not overbake.
08 - Let cool completely in the pan. Lift out using parchment and cut into squares.
