Dubai Chocolate Milkshake
Dubai Chocolate Milkshake — How to Make It and Where to Order
The Dubai chocolate milkshake is the drinkable version of the bar — pistachio cream and kataifi blended into ice cream, served in a chocolate-coated cup. It hit Shake Shack menus as a limited release in 2025 and immediately generated lines and sell-out reports.
This page covers the full copycat recipe, tips for nailing the chocolate cup, and which US chains have offered their own versions.
Where to Order the Dubai Chocolate Milkshake
Shake Shack
Shake Shack released a Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Shake as a limited-edition item in 2025. The shake features a chocolate magic shell lining the cup, a pistachio milkshake base blended with kataifi, and a topping of salted honey kataifi and pistachios.
This was a limited-time offering — check the Shake Shack app for current availability. When it’s on the menu, it consistently sells out at locations that carry it.
Baskin-Robbins
As part of their late 2025 Dubai Chocolate Collection, Baskin-Robbins offered a Dubai Chocolate Shake — Pistachio Chocolate Bar Ice Cream blended with milk and pistachio sauce, served in a chocolate-coated cup topped with whipped cream, pistachio sauce, and kadayif.
Check baskinrobbins.com for current seasonal availability.
Local Dessert Shops
Independent dessert shops and milkshake bars have added Dubai chocolate shakes to their menus across the US. Search ‘Dubai chocolate milkshake near me’ on Google Maps or check DoorDash and Uber Eats in your area.
Dubai Chocolate Milkshake Recipe — Make It at Home
The homemade version is straightforward. The chocolate-lined cup is the most impressive part and easier than it looks.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
| Vanilla ice cream | 2 cups (generous) | Custard-style — Ben & Jerry’s or Van Leeuwen. Soften slightly before blending. |
| Whole milk | ¼ cup | Adjust for thickness — less for a spoonable shake, more for a drinkable one. |
| Pistachio cream / paste | 3 tbsp | 100% ground pistachios. The flavor base of the entire shake. |
| Kataifi pastry (kadayif) | 60g (2 oz) | Toast in butter until deep golden. Split — some in blender, some on top. |
| Unsalted butter | 1 tbsp | For toasting the kataifi. |
| Honey | 1 tsp (optional) | Add to the kataifi while toasting for a salted honey version (Shake Shack style). |
| Dark chocolate | 80g (3 oz) | For lining the cup. Melted with 1 tsp coconut oil for the magic shell effect. |
| Coconut oil | 1 tsp | Makes the chocolate thinner and gives it a proper snap inside the cup. |
| Chopped pistachios | 1 tbsp | For topping. |
| Sea salt | Pinch | Finishes everything — don’t skip. |
Recipe at a Glance
| Prep Time | Freeze Time | Total Time | Serves |
| 10 mins | 15 mins | ~25 mins | 2 shakes |
How to Make the Dubai Chocolate Milkshake — Step by Step
Step 1 — Make the Chocolate-Lined Cups
Melt chocolate with coconut oil until smooth. Pour it into two large clear plastic cups — about 2 tablespoons each. Tilt and rotate each cup so the inside walls are fully coated with chocolate.
Place cups upside down on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Freeze for 15 minutes until the chocolate is fully set. This is the magic shell — it cracks when you squeeze the cup into the shake.
Step 2 — Toast the Kataifi
Melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Add kataifi and honey (if using). Toast for 6–8 minutes, stirring constantly, until deep golden. Remove from heat and cool for 5 minutes.
Set aside about a third of the toasted kataifi for the topping — put the rest in the blender with the shake.
Step 3 — Blend the Shake
Add ice cream, milk, pistachio cream, and the blender portion of kataifi to a high-powered blender. Blend on high for 60 seconds until completely smooth.
Adjust thickness: add more milk for a drinkable shake, add another scoop of ice cream for a spoonable version. Blend briefly after each adjustment.
Step 4 — Assemble and Serve
Pour the milkshake into the chocolate-lined cups — the chocolate shell stays frozen while the shake sits inside. Top with the reserved toasted kataifi, chopped pistachios, and a pinch of sea salt.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and a long spoon. As you drink, squeeze the cup gently — the chocolate shell cracks and breaks into the shake. That’s the whole experience.
3 Tips for Getting It Right
- Use custard-style ice cream. Ice creams made with egg yolks have a richer, creamier base that blends more smoothly. Brands like Ben & Jerry’s and Van Leeuwen list egg yolks in the ingredients. Standard vanilla ice cream works but the shake will be thinner.
- Freeze the cups properly. The chocolate cup needs a full 15 minutes in the freezer to set completely. If it’s not fully set, the chocolate will slide and mix into the shake before you want it to.
- Don’t pulverize all the kataifi. Blend most of the kataifi into the shake for flavor, but keep a good amount back to top the finished drink. The topping kataifi should stay visibly crunchy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Shake Shack Dubai chocolate milkshake still available?
The Shake Shack Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Shake was a limited-edition item released in 2025. Current availability varies by location and season. Check the Shake Shack app or website for your nearest location to see if it’s currently on the menu.
What does the Dubai chocolate milkshake taste like?
It tastes like a rich pistachio milkshake with a chocolate background and a buttery, nutty crunch from the kataifi. The chocolate-lined cup adds a snapping chocolate element as you drink. It’s richer and more complex than a standard chocolate shake — more of a dessert drink than a beverage.
Can I make the Dubai chocolate milkshake without kataifi?
You can, but the texture will be different. The kataifi provides a light, airy crunch that contrasts with the creamy base. Crushed butter cookies or shredded wheat cereal toasted in butter can substitute in a pinch. Toast whatever you use thoroughly so it holds its crunch against the cold shake.
What is the difference between the Shake Shack Dubai shake and a regular milkshake?
A regular milkshake is ice cream blended with milk. The Shake Shack Dubai chocolate version adds pistachio cream to the blend, kataifi for crunch both inside and on top, and a magic shell chocolate lining inside the cup. The result is layered, texturally complex, and significantly richer than a standard shake.
More Dubai Chocolate Recipes
If you enjoyed this, our full recipe section covers the original Dubai chocolate bar recipe, Dubai chocolate strawberries, and the complete ingredients guide with sourcing tips for kataifi and pistachio cream in the US.