Sunshine Strawberry Pistachio Dream Cups 🍓✨
A delightful no-bake summer dessert featuring crispy kataifi, creamy pistachio, fresh strawberries, and rich dark chocolate, perfect for a refreshing treat!
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Microwave-safe Bowl
- 12-ounce clear cups
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 ounces kataifi shredded pastry dough finely chopped
- 1 cup creamy pistachio butter (or pistachio cream)
- 2 tablespoons tahini (optional, for balance)
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (or semi-sweet)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh strawberries halved or quartered
- crushed pistachios for garnish
Instructions
- Crispy Pistachio Base: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the finely chopped kataifi dough and stir constantly for about 10 minutes until it turns golden brown and delightfully crispy. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Flavorful Filling: Stir in the creamy pistachio butter and the optional tahini into the crispy kataifi mixture. Let this delicious filling cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Silky Chocolate Drizzle: Combine the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring well after each, until the chocolate is smoothly melted and glossy. This makes it perfect for drizzling!
- Layer and Build: To assemble your healthy dessert cups, start by placing approximately 8 strawberry halves (or quarters) in the bottom of each of four 12-ounce clear cups.
- Drizzle & Fill: Drizzle about 2 tablespoons of the melted chocolate over the strawberries, letting it naturally fill the gaps between the berries. Then, spoon about 3 tablespoons of your crunchy pistachio-kataifi filling directly on top of the chocolate layer.
- Repeat & Garnish: Add another generous layer of fresh strawberries, almost filling the cup. Top with more of the pistachio-kataifi mixture, a final decadent drizzle of melted chocolate, and a sprinkle of crushed pistachios for a beautiful and flavorful finish.
Notes
Enjoy these delightful cups immediately for a fresh taste, or refrigerate for about 10 minutes to allow the chocolate to set slightly, creating a firmer, more refreshing dessert.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 467 kcal
Total Carbs: 59g (Net Carbs: 55g)
Protein: 5g
Fats: 26g
Calories: 467 kcal
Total Carbs: 59g (Net Carbs: 55g)
Protein: 5g
Fats: 26g
