Dubai Chewy Matcha Cookie
Dubai Chewy Matcha Cookie

Dubai Chewy Cookie

The latest must‑try dessert trending on TikTok and Instagram

Despite its name, the Dubai Chewy Cookie didn’t actually originate in Dubai, it’s a creative twist inspired by the viral Dubai chocolate and popularised by South Korean bakeries and food creators.

Why it's trending

The Dubai Chewy Cookie is trending worldwide for its irresistible contrast of textures and flavors - bringing together crunchy, creamy, and chewy elements in one indulgent bite. This new trend is based on its sensorial experience and is known for...

  • Cocoa Marshmallow Exterior

    A soft, stretchy cocoa‑marshmallow exterior,

    revealed as you slowly pull apart the cookie
  • rich pistachio kadaif filling

    A rich pistachio‑kadaif filling

    that’s both creamy and crunchy
  • irresistible visuals

    Its irresistible visuals and endless recreations

    have turned this sweet into a global online trend
Junya Abe

The filling is made with pistachio paste, Belgian white chocolate W2, crispy butter-roasted kadaif, and feuilletine. The marshmallow that surrounds it is made with plenty of single-origin cocoa from Cameroon, giving it a chewy texture and a subtly sweet taste.

Junya Abe, Callebaut Chocolate Academy Japan

How to create

We asked Callebaut Chocolate Academy Chef Junya Abe to put his twist on the trending Dubai Chewy Cookie. He crafted two irresistible versions: a classic recipe that highlights the signature flavors, and a matcha version that adds a modern, vibrant touch. Explore both recipes below and bring these viral cookies to life in your kitchen.

What you need

To make the perfect Dubai Chewy Cookie, you’ll need a few key ingredients that create its signature mix of chewy, crunchy, and creamy textures. From marshmallow and pistachio filling to crispy kadaif and premium white chocolate, each component plays an essential role in recreating this viral dessert sensation.

For the best flavor, texture, and color in your Dubai Chewy Cookie, here are Callebaut Chocolate Academy Chef Junya Abes product recommendations:

  • Callebaut W2 White Chocolate 28% adds a delicate vanilla aroma and a well-balanced flavor that pairs perfectly with nutty pistachios and crispy kadaif.

  • Callebaut Pure Pistachio Paste delivers a smooth, light, fruity pistachio flavor that enriches the filling and complements the other elements.

  • Callebaut Rouge Ultime Cocoa Powder gives the cookie its rich, deep red color while delivering a strong cocoa fragrance that stands out even alongside sweet marshmallow.

  • Callebaut Pailleté Feuilletine brings a light, crispy texture and a fragrant aroma that enhances the cookie’s signature crunch.

Together, these ingredients are the key to the cookie’s distinctive flavor, texture, and visual appeal.