French cuisine is still looked to for classic dishes. No matter what changes in the food world - and do we see hundreds of new trends every year or what? Classic French desserts are the mainstay of pastry chefs the world over. Can you create classic French patisserie in your own kitchen? Why yes - here'ssome recipes to try.
1 Crêpe Suzette
Source: French Crepes Suzette You couldn't go to a dinner party in the 1970s without being served Crêpe Suzette for dessert.
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2 Apple Galette
Source: 5 French Bistro Classics | ... Some wonderful apple desserts originate in Normandy - a major orchard region that's also famous for cider and calvados.
3 Mille Feuilles
Source: French Napoleons. Click the photo ... The name means "thousand layers". I believe they are called Napoleons in the US. One of thebest French desserts in the world!
Source: French Apple Cake - Cook's ... A dessert with a custardy, apple-rich base beneath a light, cakelike topping.
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lightly sweetened top layer, the French Apple Cake is a beloved recipe in the pantheon of French baking. Reflecting the charm of rural France, its beauty lies in its simplicity and elegance. This delightful treat is often made with chunks of juicy apples that nestle into a delicate batter, perfumed with a hint of rum or vanilla. The result? A cake that's both rustic and refined, perfect for teatime or as a comforting dessert after a family meal. Serve it with a dollop of crème fraîche or a light dusting of powdered sugar to add a touch of sophistication.
12 Paris-Brest
Source: Treats A large ring of choux pastry filled with a praline-infused pastry cream.
Source: Floating Islands | SAVEUR Literally 'eggs in the snow' or île flottante (floating island) is meringue floating in crème anglaise (a vanilla custard)
Oh la la, my mouth is watering. Are your taste buds dancing?
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