Almost everyone has a sweet tooth. As trends come and go, foods fall out of fashion, and others take their place, with desserts being no exception. There will always be timeless classics, like apple pie and ice cream, while some are more swanky. Sometimes, you must impress your significant other by making them a sweet treat they won’t forget. Let’s take a look at the dessert’s sumptuous side:
Personal-Sized Artisan Desserts
Small, exquisitely made treats are all the rage, and they come in the form of miniature cheesecakes, pies, and miniature cakes. Miniature cakes are called petit fours and are often bite-sized works of art. Inside are luscious layers of tiny cake and buttercream frosting, unusually coated with fondant. Miniature cheesecakes and pies resemble their larger counterparts but will vary in their toppings and fillings to suit tastes. Keeping it small is a clever way to ensure portion control.
Plant-Based Desserts
There is a growing vegan market, and with it comes plant-based treats. Vegan desserts are surprisingly mouth-watering and delicious, with easily accessible ingredients. Daiory-free creams, egg-free recipes and butter-substitute recipes prove you can have your cake and eat it, too. Vegan brownies, cakes, donuts and other treats have won the hearts of even the most discerning non-vegans.
Tea & Coffee Infused Treats
Green tea cakes, matcha cookies and espresso brownies are three popular beverage-infused desserts. There’s a good reason your local coffee shop offers sweet baked goods with your cup of java; they naturally go together. Chai cookies with tea make a lovely afternoon treat and a slice of mocha cheesecake with a latte.
Refined Sugar-Free
With more people being health conscious, desserts made with natural sugars and wholesome ingredients are gaining popularity. Sweeteners made with honey, monk fruit, stevia, and agave nectar appeal to those who look to satisfy their sweet tooth without the refined sugars. Fruits are often incorporated into the recipes for natural sweetness and dairy substitutes. This means these types of desserts tend to be less in calories and more nutrient-dense.
Floral Flavors
Many flowers are edible, and many have a subtle, sweet flavor that adds a hint of sophistication to a dessert. Roses, lavender, lilac, violets and elderflowers can be blended in cake or cookie batters for beautiful colors and flavors. Floral cookies and cakes are found at many formal events, bringing natural delight to the dessert table.
Mochi
A sweet treat from Japan, mochi is gaining popularity in Western cultures. Mochi is made primarily of sweetened, steamed, white rice made into a paste. Many people report that the taste and texture are similar to that of marzipan or taffy. There are countless variations of mochi; one of the most popular is mochi ice cream. It’s a fusion of a flavored mochi coating with an ice cream center, catching on worldwide.
Creme Brulee
Creme brulee is a French dessert made from baked egg custard. Traditionally served cold, this treat is first baked in a sugar, vanilla, cream, and egg mixture. It is then topped with more sugar that is either broiled or heated with a small blow torch to melt the sugar topping, making it crunchy. The inside is smooth and silky, making this a popular indulgence worldwide.
Tiramisu
A creamy, dreamy dessert from Italy, tiramisu is peak elegance. This treat is made with layers of ladyfinger pastries dipped in coffee (sometimes alcoholic liquors) and a whipped cream mixture of eggs, sugar, and soft mascarpone cheese. The top is dusted with unsweetened cocoa and shavings of dark semi-sweet chocolate. Tiramisu is perfect when paired with an after-dinner cappuccino.
That’s All For Now
Apple pie, simple chocolate cake and ice cream will always have their place, but sometimes, you want to feel bougie. Perhaps you want to serve something formal for a wedding or an anniversary party but want to break the norm. This is when you want to step it up and get decadent.
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