Red Velvet Kataifi Chocolate Bars

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   Gently separate the kataifi pastry strands and spread them evenly on a baking tray.

3. 3

   Bake the kataifi pastry in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and let it cool.

4. 4

   Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth.

5. 5

   In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and red food coloring. Mix until smooth and well combined.

6. 6

   Add the melted chocolate to the cream cheese mixture and stir until fully incorporated.

7. 7

   Line a square baking dish with parchment paper. Spread half of the baked kataifi pastry evenly on the bottom.

8. 8

   Pour the chocolate and cream cheese mixture over the kataifi layer, spreading it evenly.

9. 9

   Top with the remaining kataifi pastry, pressing gently to adhere.

10. 10

    Refrigerate the dish for at least 2 hours or until set.

11. 11

    Once set, cut into bars and serve. Enjoy your Red Velvet Kataifi Chocolate Bars!