How long does homemade Dubai chocolate last?
Properly made Dubai chocolate stored at room temperature (below 20°C/68°F) in an airtight container lasts 5-7 days. The kataifi maintains crunch best in the first 2-3 days; after that it softens slightly as moisture migrates from the pistachio filling. Refrigeration extends life to 10-14 days but risks sugar bloom when the bar returns to room temperature. The pistachio cream itself lasts up to 2 weeks refrigerated before the bar is assembled.
Also see: Is Dubai chocolate gluten-free? — storage is not the only thing that surprises first-time buyers; the kataifi crunch layer is wheat-based, which matters for celiac and gluten-sensitive readers.