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Dubai Pistachio Turnovers

Inspired by the flavors of Dubai, this pistachio baklava layers crisp, golden phyllo with rich pistachio cream and fragrant syrup for a luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth treat.
Course: Dessert
Keyword: pistachio cream
Servings: 0

Ingredients

  • 1 package (16 oz) phyllo dough (thawed)
  • 1 1/2 cup pistachio cream
  • 1 stick unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1/4 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp chopped pistachios (for garnish)
  • 1 tbsp tahini

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375ยบ (F) and prepare backing sheet with parchment paper.
  • Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp towel to keep it from drying out.
  • Brush each piece of phyllo dough with melted butter from edge to edge and stack them on top of each other. Repeat this until you have 5 layers.
  • Using a sharp knife, cut phyllo into 6 equal squares
  • Spoon a heaping 3 tablespoons in the center of the square
  • Drizzle with Tahini
  • Brush melted butter along edges and fold in half, pressing edges. Brush with butter.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, checking frequently as ovens vary. Rotate pan after 10 minutes and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until golden and puffed up.
  • Allow turnovers to cool slightly and drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkle with crushed pistachio.
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