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Rich chocolate brownie, often inspired by pistachio and kadayif flavors
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Dubai brownie (80 g) has 372 calories. That works out to 465 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.8 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 21.9 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
372
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
39.8g
· 14% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
21.9g
· 28% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 5% · Fat 53%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 372 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.9 g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 8.96 g | 45% |
| Trans fat | 0.16 g | |
| Sodium | 168 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 372 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 186 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 40 g | 186 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 465 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 558 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 651 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 160 g | 744 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 837 kcal |
Calculated from 465 calories per 100 g.
A Dubai brownie is a chocolate brownie inspired by Dubai chocolate, usually layered or topped with pistachio cream and crunchy kataifi pastry. Recipes vary, and the name describes a modern dessert rather than one fixed traditional recipe.
A Dubai brownie typically combines chocolate brownie batter with pistachio cream and toasted kataifi, the fine shredded pastry used in many Middle Eastern sweets. Some versions add tahini or a chocolate topping, but these are not essential.
A Dubai brownie is baked as a chocolate cake, while Dubai chocolate usually refers to a chocolate bar filled with pistachio cream and crunchy kataifi. A brownie borrows that filling combination but has a softer, cake-like base.
Make chocolate brownie batter, layer it in a baking pan with pistachio cream mixed with toasted kataifi, and bake until the edges are set and the center is still slightly moist. Let it cool before slicing so the filling holds its shape.
Kataifi softens as it absorbs moisture from the brownie and pistachio filling. Toast it first, avoid an overly runny filling, and assemble the Dubai brownie close to serving time to preserve more crunch.
A Dubai brownie can stay raw in the middle if it comes out of the oven too early or is baked in a deep pan. The filling can also make the center look softer, so check that the edges are set before taking it out.
A thick pistachio spread or pistachio paste made for desserts works best in a Dubai brownie. A very runny cream can seep into the batter; mixing a thicker spread with toasted kataifi helps the filling stay in place.
Store a Dubai brownie in an airtight container in a cool place, or refrigerate it if the filling contains perishable dairy ingredients or the room is warm. The kataifi gradually loses its crunch, so the brownie is best enjoyed fresh.
Yes, you can freeze a Dubai brownie. Wrap individual pieces well and store them in an airtight container, then thaw them in the refrigerator. The brownie will remain enjoyable, though the kataifi may be less crisp after thawing.
Serve a Dubai brownie cooled so the pistachio and kataifi layers hold together when sliced. For a softer texture, let it sit briefly at room temperature before serving; a little extra melted chocolate on top is optional.
Vitamins
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
Vitamin A
116µg · 13% DV
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
B12
0.19µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
102mg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.34mg · 15% DV
Selenium
6.8µg · 12% DV
Sodium
168mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
196mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Dubai brownie pairs a rich chocolate brownie base with flavours associated with Dubai chocolate, often adding pistachio cream and crisp toasted kadayif. Recipes vary, but the contrast between fudgy cake, creamy filling and crunchy pastry gives it a more layered texture than a classic brownie.
In cafés and home kitchens, it is commonly served as a dessert or with coffee or tea; a small piece is often satisfying after a meal. It is an energy-dense sweet, with 465 kcal per 100 g. For a lighter serving, cut a modest slice and pair it with fresh fruit or unsweetened coffee.
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NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
8.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 76:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (76:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.