How can I store this?

It's best to make this latte fresh. Milk foam and espresso quickly lose their texture and flavor. In the fridge: not suitable for storage. In the freezer: not suitable. Reheating: not recommended, it's better to make a fresh serving.

Where can I find kataifi?

At Turkish, Greek, or Middle Eastern specialty stores, often in the freezer. 3. Can I make the pistachio butter myself?

Can I make the pistachio butter myself?

Sure, blend roasted pistachios into a smooth paste with a dash of oil.

Which milk froths best?

Whole milk makes the creamiest froth, but barista oat milk works very well too.

Is this recipe very sweet?

No, the base is coffee and dark chocolate. The honey determines how sweet your latte will be.

Dubai Espresso Latte

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10min

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Easy

A latte, but Dubai style: rich, surprising, and a touch decadent. This latte combines the warmth of espresso with pistachios, chocolate, crispy kataifi, and a touch of honey. Perfect for a coffee break that also doubles as a small dessert. I thought it would be fun to create a latte at the popular Dubai bar!

Ingredients

What do you need?

Quantity: 1P

Edge of the glass
1 teaspoon of pistachio butter
1 tablespoon finely chopped or crumbled kataifi

In the glass
1 piece of dark chocolate (about 10 g)
1 espresso (60 ml)
1 teaspoon honey (optional)

Finishing
100 ml whole milk, frothed

1 teaspoon of pistachio butter
1 tablespoon finely chopped or crumbled kataifi

1 piece of dark chocolate (about 10 g)
1 espresso (60 ml)
1 teaspoon honey (optional)

100 ml whole milk, frothed

Make it veggie!

The original recipe is already vegetarian. For a vegan version, you can replace the milk with oat milk or almond milk, and opt for vegan chocolate and a plant-based pistachio spread without honey.

Preparation method

How do you make this?

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Preparing the glass: Grease the rim of your glass or mug with the pistachio butter. Then press the edge into the crumbled kataifi so that you get a nice crispy and festive finish.

Add chocolate: Place a piece of dark chocolate at the bottom of the glass.

Espresso and honey: Make an espresso and pour it directly onto the chocolate so that it starts to melt. Stir well. If necessary, add a spoonful of honey for a soft sweetness.

Add milk: Carefully pour the frothed milk into the espresso.

Finish and serve: Finish with some chopped pistachios on top of the milk foam if necessary. Serve immediately and enjoy this luxurious coffee.

Tips

Use quality pistachio butter for the best flavor.
You can buy ready-made kataifi at Turkish or Middle Eastern stores. Roast it briefly in the oven for extra crunch.
For a stronger coffee flavor, you can use a double espresso.
A little cinnamon or cardamom on top gives it an even more Middle Eastern touch.