There are so many different types of pastries to enjoy. I think I like going to bakeries to take in all the delectable sights and smells just as much as I like tasting them! I've rounded up some of the most attractive pastries I've seen online and I invite you to partake in this visual feast!
1. Mini Tiered Cakes
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I love that these pastries are ombre and purple! So beautiful and delicate.
2. Honeyed Pears in Puff Pastry
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What a beautiful creation that's perfect for fall.
3. Beautiful Bun
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A quick tutorial on making some beautiful buns.
4. Frankfurter Kranz Gattines
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An absolutely gorgeous dessert with cherries, buttercream and caramelized nuts.
5. Flower Cupcakes
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Via Pastery
Fantastic florals on cupcakes. These would be nice for a bridal shower.
6. Fruit Tarts
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Sometimes, fruits are all you need to spruce up your dessert. They're so colorful and sweet.
7. Ravishing Raspberries
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I couldn't find the exact name of this fine dessert, but it's simply amazing!
8. Classic Profiteroles with Vanilla Custard Filling and Chocolate
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The perfect bite-sized treat. Although I don't think I could stop at just one bite...
9. Danish Pastry
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How would you like to wake up to one of these? I can just imagine the light, flaky crust and cream cheese inside.
10. Foret Noire
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You really can't go wrong with chocolate and cherries and this dessert is so beautifully done.
11. Pistachio Cake and Pansies
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A simple cake topped with a vibrant-colored flower. Pour yourself a cup of tea and you're set.
12. White Chocolate Mousse Plated Dessert
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White chocolate and raspberries tastes as good as they look. Doesn't this look so unique?
13. Praline Pecan, Muscovado Sugar and Grand Cru Tainori
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Truly a work of art. I would love to sink my teeth into this!
14. Bandaloue Pear Tart
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Pears are so underrated! They're so juicy and versatile.
15. Rhubarb Tart
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Pretty in pink.
16. Coconut Milk Panna Cotta, Hibiscus Caviar, Mango, Micro Cilantro, Kiwi, Kiwi Sorbet, and Pulled Sugar-Hibiscus Tuile
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So elegant!
17. Cherry Tart
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Small and simple, but such a feast for the senses!
18. Hydrangea Pastry
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Doesn't this resemble the flower? They almost look like they're decorated with jewels!
19. Apple Roses Puff Pastry
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How beautiful is this apple rose? Such a pretty little treat.
20. Macarons
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Macarons are always so pretty and there's never a wrong time to enjoy one or three.
21. Chocolate Delight
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Chocolate in every form you can imagine!
22. Cake!
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Looking at this is just torture, I want a piece!
23. Crisp Apple Strudel
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Just look at that perfect lattice top!
24. Cream Puffs
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Cream puffs can make any day better.
25. Le Petit Antoine
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Cripy, chocolatey and so decadent. It kind of looks like a high class, deconstructed Kit Kat!
26. Berry Mousse Pastry
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Look at those colors! It looks so flavorful and fresh.
27. Temari Cake
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Inspired by Japanese art. This almost looks like a decorative piece and not even food!
What did you think of these beautiful sweets? It makes you want something sweet, but it also shows you a different side of dessert where the art takes center stage.