Hershey's Latest Creation: A Sweet Take on the Trendy Dubai Chocolate Bar
In a bid to capitalize on the latest sweet sensation sweeping social media platforms like TikTok, Hershey's has released its own limited-edition take on the Dubai chocolate trend. But the Philadelphia-based chocolate company isn't the only one offering creamy pistachio treats inspired by the Arabic dessert knafeh in the city.
For those unfamiliar with this treat, it features a rich, chocolatey shell paired with a pistachio filling infused with pastry pieces called kadayif, resulting in a delightful nutty and crunchy bite. The Dubai-inspired confection has taken the internet by storm, sparking brownie recipes, crepe creations, milkshakes, and even TikTok challenges.
While Hershey's limited-edition bar is only available via Gopuff in select cities, including Philadelphia, New York City, and Chicago, other local eateries are offering their own versions of this tasty trend.
In South Philly, Abu El Ezz Sweets boasts a range of Dubai chocolate products, from large to small bars in milk and dark chocolate varieties, as well as heart-shaped options and mini truffles.
In Northern Liberties, Armenian restaurant Apricot Stone has incorporated a Dubai chocolate bar into its dessert menu, paired perfectly with kebab skewers, salads, and dips.
For coffee lovers, Haraz Coffee House offers a decadent pistachio and chocolate-topped brownie that's sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Bakeries like Aroma Bakery in Old City are experimenting with Dubai-inspired desserts such as a chocolate tart and cheesecake, while bubble tea chain Kung Fu Tea has taken the trend one step further by introducing a Dubai Chocolate Wow drink featuring chocolate milk, pistachio cream, crispy kataifi, and brown sugar boba.
Last but not least, cafes like Le Souk Market in Fox Chase and Mocha Melt Cafe in Old City offer a variety of sweet treats inspired by this beloved dessert. From crepes to cakes, these eateries are showcasing their own unique takes on the Dubai chocolate trend.
While supplies may be limited for Hershey's trendy creation, there's no shortage of options for those looking to indulge in this tasty treat.
In a bid to capitalize on the latest sweet sensation sweeping social media platforms like TikTok, Hershey's has released its own limited-edition take on the Dubai chocolate trend. But the Philadelphia-based chocolate company isn't the only one offering creamy pistachio treats inspired by the Arabic dessert knafeh in the city.
For those unfamiliar with this treat, it features a rich, chocolatey shell paired with a pistachio filling infused with pastry pieces called kadayif, resulting in a delightful nutty and crunchy bite. The Dubai-inspired confection has taken the internet by storm, sparking brownie recipes, crepe creations, milkshakes, and even TikTok challenges.
While Hershey's limited-edition bar is only available via Gopuff in select cities, including Philadelphia, New York City, and Chicago, other local eateries are offering their own versions of this tasty trend.
In South Philly, Abu El Ezz Sweets boasts a range of Dubai chocolate products, from large to small bars in milk and dark chocolate varieties, as well as heart-shaped options and mini truffles.
In Northern Liberties, Armenian restaurant Apricot Stone has incorporated a Dubai chocolate bar into its dessert menu, paired perfectly with kebab skewers, salads, and dips.
For coffee lovers, Haraz Coffee House offers a decadent pistachio and chocolate-topped brownie that's sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Bakeries like Aroma Bakery in Old City are experimenting with Dubai-inspired desserts such as a chocolate tart and cheesecake, while bubble tea chain Kung Fu Tea has taken the trend one step further by introducing a Dubai Chocolate Wow drink featuring chocolate milk, pistachio cream, crispy kataifi, and brown sugar boba.
Last but not least, cafes like Le Souk Market in Fox Chase and Mocha Melt Cafe in Old City offer a variety of sweet treats inspired by this beloved dessert. From crepes to cakes, these eateries are showcasing their own unique takes on the Dubai chocolate trend.
While supplies may be limited for Hershey's trendy creation, there's no shortage of options for those looking to indulge in this tasty treat.
, I'm literally OBSESSED w/ the new Dubai-inspired desserts popping up everywhere! 
I mean, who wouldn't want a rich chocolatey shell paired w/ a nutty pistachio filling? 
It's like the ultimate dessert combo! 
And can we talk about how cute the heart-shaped bars are?! 
Love that Abu El Ezz Sweets is offering their own version too! 
Haraz Coffee House' decadent brownie sounds SO good right now! 
️ Need to try it ASAP! 
anyone who hasn't tried it yet is missing out! the combination of rich chocolate and nutty pistachio filling is absolute perfection 
I've been seeing so many creative takes on this trend across social media, from adorable heart-shaped bars to decadent brownies topped with coffee or nuts 
? i mean i know they're just a normal kit kat with green tea flavoring but like what if they actually added real matcha powder? that would be insane! and speaking of crazy food trends, who's up for trying that new bubble tea cafe that just opened up downtown? i heard their milk tea is made with actual yak butter 
... I mean, what's next? Everything's gotta be inspired by some other culture now, right? Remember when we used to have our own unique treats that didn't need no Instagram influence to get popular? Like, who needs a fancy-schmancy chocolate bar with pistachio filling just 'cause it's trending on TikTok? Give me a good ol' fashioned Reese's cup any day 
. like, who even came up with this Dubai chocolate trend? it's just another fad that'll be over in a week and everyone'll be "over it" 
. and now every single bakery and cafe is jumping on the bandwagon... meanwhile hershey's is making bank off of their limited-edition bar 
. what's next, a limited-edition "i'm bored with my life" ice cream flavor? 
anyway, if you're into that sorta thing, go for it, but honestly, can't we just have something original for once? 
I'm not sure how long it'll take for people to realize that just because something's trending on TikTok doesn't mean it's automatically worth trying... the idea of a pistachio-filled chocolate bar sounds kinda weird to me, but hey, maybe I'm just old-school 
! It's awesome that multiple businesses are getting creative with the Dubai chocolate trend. I personally can't get enough of those pistachio-filled bars – they're like a party in my mouth 
! But you know what would take it to the next level? If they started selling them online so I could cop one (or three) from home 
!
who needs that when you have pistachio-filled chocolate bars? 
Only in select cities tho, lol... Guess Philly folks are lucky 
#DubaiChocolateTrend #SweetTooth
. Like, sure, who doesn't love a good pistachio and chocolate combo? 
. And don't even get me started on the prices - some of these local eateries are charging like $10+ for a single treat? 
I'm not saying it can't be a sweet indulgence, but let's keep things real here...
I've tried some of these local desserts and they're actually pretty fire 
. Hershey's limited-edition bar might be pricey, but all the other places are doing them for way cheaper 
. Hershey's trying to get in on it and now everyone's making their own versions of knafeh... I mean, who knew pistachio and chocolate could be so good together? 
. And bubble tea chains making a drink out of it? Genius! 
! It's like, who needs just one version when you can have a whole bunch from different places? I mean, Abu El Ezz Sweets got heart-shaped bars and mini truffles, Apricot Stone paired it with kebab skewers... it's like a party in Philly! 
. On the bright side, I'm glad to see more people experimenting with new desserts, even if Hershey's wasn't the first one to come up with this idea 
