Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Stuffed Cookies | Oh! Crema

Rich, soft chocolate cookies with a creamy pistachio center make these Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Stuffed Cookies an irresistible dessert for chocolate and pistachio lovers.

Each bakery-style cookie is filled with Oh! Crema Dubai Style Pistachio Spread, creating a rich pistachio center that’s revealed when you break the cookie open. Chocolate chunks and chopped pistachios add even more texture, while optional crispy kataifi brings in the crunch associated with Dubai-style chocolate desserts.

Serve these pistachio stuffed cookies slightly warm for a soft chocolate exterior, melty chocolate pieces, and a creamy Oh! Crema pistachio center.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Bake Time: 10–12 minutes
Total Time: About 1 hour
Servings: 10–12 cookies
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

For the Oh! Crema Pistachio Centers

• ½ cup Oh! Crema Dubai Style Pistachio Spread

For the Chocolate Cookie Dough

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup packed brown sugar
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chunks

For Topping

• Chopped pistachios
• Extra chocolate chunks, optional
• Toasted crispy kataifi, optional
• Flaky sea salt, optional
• Extra Oh! Crema Dubai Style Pistachio Spread, optional

How to Make Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Stuffed Cookies

1. Freeze the Pistachio Filling

Line a small baking sheet or plate with parchment paper.

Spoon approximately 2 teaspoons of Oh! Crema Dubai Style Pistachio Spread into 10–12 small portions on the parchment.

Place them in the freezer for 20–30 minutes, or until the pistachio spread is firm enough to handle.

Chilling the filling makes it much easier to seal the pistachio cream inside the cookie dough.

2. Make the Chocolate Cookie Dough

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.

Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together:

• Flour
• Cocoa powder
• Baking soda
• Salt

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture.

Mix just until a soft chocolate cookie dough forms.

Fold in the chocolate chunks.

Avoid overmixing once the flour has been added so the cookies remain soft and tender.

3. Stuff the Cookies with Oh! Crema

Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it gently in your hand.

Place one chilled portion of Oh! Crema Dubai Style Pistachio Spread in the center.

Add a small amount of additional cookie dough over the filling and carefully seal the edges.

Roll the dough gently into a ball, making sure the pistachio filling is completely enclosed.

Repeat with the remaining cookie dough and pistachio centers.

4. Add the Pistachio Topping

Arrange the cookie dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving enough room between each cookie for spreading.

Press a few chopped pistachios and chocolate chunks gently into the tops.

For even more Dubai chocolate-inspired texture, add a small amount of crispy toasted kataifi.

5. Chill the Stuffed Cookies

Refrigerate the assembled cookie dough balls for approximately 20–30 minutes.

This helps control spreading during baking and makes it easier for the pistachio filling to remain inside the cookies.

6. Bake the Cookies

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake for approximately 10–12 minutes.

The edges should look set while the centers remain slightly soft.

Avoid overbaking. The cookies will continue to set as they cool, and slightly soft centers create the best texture for a stuffed cookie.

7. Cool and Finish

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for approximately 10 minutes.

Finish with chopped pistachios, a small pinch of flaky sea salt, or an optional drizzle of warmed Oh! Crema Dubai Style Pistachio Spread.

Serve slightly warm for the best creamy pistachio center.

Break One Open

The best part of these pistachio stuffed cookies is the center.

Break a warm cookie in half and the soft chocolate exterior reveals a creamy layer of Oh! Crema Dubai Style Pistachio Spread inside.

Every bite combines:

Soft chocolate cookie.
Creamy pistachio filling.
Melty chocolate chunks.
Crunchy pistachios.

Add crispy kataifi and you get another layer of texture inspired by Dubai-style chocolate desserts.

Why Use Oh! Crema Dubai Style Pistachio Spread?

The pistachio filling is the star of this recipe.

Instead of simply adding chopped pistachios to cookie dough, Oh! Crema Dubai Style Pistachio Spread creates a smooth, rich pistachio center hidden inside each chocolate cookie.

The combination of chocolate and creamy pistachio makes these cookies feel more indulgent than a traditional chocolate chip cookie while still being easy enough to make at home.

Add Crispy Kataifi for Extra Crunch

Want to lean further into the Dubai chocolate-inspired flavor and texture?

Toast a small amount of shredded kataifi pastry in a skillet with a little butter until golden and crispy.

Allow it to cool before using.

You can sprinkle the crispy kataifi over the cookies after baking or add a small amount alongside the pistachio filling.

It adds a delicate crunch that contrasts beautifully with the creamy pistachio center.

Tips for the Best Pistachio Stuffed Cookies

Freeze the pistachio spread first.
This makes stuffing and sealing the cookies much easier.

Seal the cookie dough completely.
Any gaps may allow the filling to escape while the cookies bake.

Keep the cookies slightly thick.
Don't flatten the dough balls too much before baking.

Don't overbake.
The cookies should still look slightly soft in the center when removed from the oven.

Use semi-sweet or dark chocolate.
The slightly deeper chocolate flavor helps balance the creamy pistachio filling.

Serve slightly warm.
A warm cookie creates the best soft texture and creamy Oh! Crema center.

Can I Make Dubai Chocolate Cookies Ahead of Time?

Yes.

The stuffed cookie dough balls can be assembled and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.

You can also freeze them for later.

Arrange the unbaked cookies on a tray and freeze until firm. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe container.

Bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time if necessary.

Can I Use Pistachio Spread in Cookies?

Absolutely.

Pistachio spread works especially well as a stuffed cookie filling because it creates a concentrated pistachio flavor in the center.

Freezing small portions of the spread before assembling the cookies helps keep the filling contained during baking.

What Makes These Dubai-Style Pistachio Cookies Different?

These cookies take inspiration from the popular combination of chocolate, pistachio cream, and crispy pastry found in Dubai-style chocolate desserts.

Rather than recreating a chocolate bar, this recipe transforms those flavors into an easy bakery-style stuffed cookie.

The result is a familiar chocolate cookie with an unexpected creamy pistachio center.

What Else Can You Make with Oh! Crema Dubai Style Pistachio Spread?

Try Oh! Crema Dubai Style Pistachio Spread with:

• Croissants
• Crepes
• Pancakes
• Waffles
• Brownies
• Cheesecake
• Strawberries
• Ice cream
• Chocolate cake
• Puff pastry
• French toast

You can use it as a filling, topping, drizzle, dessert dip, or simply enjoy it by the spoonful.