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Sweet, chunky and something green? This viral chocolate bar from Dubai that had TikTok buzzing is now in California.
International Chocolate Day, celebrated every 13th of September, is a great day for Californians to discover how this sweet treat, “Can’t Get Knafeh of It,” has become a viral craze.
This viral chocolate from Dubai is now being recreated by local Bay Area bakeries.
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If you’ve been watching your TikTok feeds, you’ve probably seen influencers indulging in this famed treat with a sweet surprise: its gooey and green filling.
@mariavehera257 @fixdessertchocolatier WOW, JUST WOW!!! Can’t explain how good these are! When a chocolate, a dessert and a piece of art meet this is what you get! 🍫 “Can’t Get Knafeh of it,” “Mind Your Own Busicoff,” and “Crazy Over Caramel.” Order on Instagram Chatfood or Deliveroo and let me know what’s your FIX? Instagram : fixdessertchocolatier #asmr #foodsounds #dubai #dubaidessert ♬ оригинальный звук – mariavehera257Known as the Dubai chocolate, this decadent treat has become a viral sensation, racking up millions of views. Even Filipino celebrities like Kathryn Bernardo have joined the trend, taste-testing the chocolate bar on TikTok.
It’s filled with layers of tahini, pistachio cream and crunchy toasted knafeh (shredded phyllo dough).
ADVERTISEMENTThis treat from Fix Dessert Chocolatier is only available in Dubai, but the good news is California bakeries are hopping on the trend with dupes.
Here’s where you can get your hands on the copycats in California.
Where to find viral Dubai chocolates in California Hanna’s Chocolates in Pleasanton View this post on InstagramPrice: $35 for an 8 oz bar
Hanna Jung, the shop’s owner stumbled upon the viral chocolate while scrolling through her TikTok. Instantly captivated by the crispiness of the treat, she decided to create her own version.
She shared with SFGATE, “People were popping their heads in and being like, ‘Do you have the bar?’ … It blew my mind people were so interested in it.”
Due to limited availability, they only offer 30 hand-painted bars per day.
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Levant Dessert in Menlo Park View this post on InstagramPrice: $15 per 5.5 oz
Hearing about the trend from her daughter last June, owner Maya Fezzani decided to make her own version. With expertise in making Middle Eastern desserts, Fezzani crafted a pistachio-filled chocolate — only with less filling to tone down the sweetness.
Recalling how two customers made a TikTok video in her shop that garnered 220,000 views, Fezzani said she “had no idea this was going to go viral.”
Given the high demand, they’re only selling the chocolate bars at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Koko Kunafa in San Jose View this post on InstagramKnown for their Middle Eastern sweet treats, they couldn’t be left behind. Owner Yosaf Aryubi saw the demand and offered their chocolates as part of their selections at Philz Coffee.
While preparing to open their chocolate franchise, they sell the treats online, at Philz Coffee and local pop-ups.
Showing no signs of slowing down, this viral chocolate has joined “very demure, very mindful” on the list of social media’s hottest trends.
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