Charlottes

Question 1

When did Charlotte originate and where?

Answer 1

Charlottes originated around 1700’s in Britain.

Question 2

What was the original Charlotte?

Answer 2

A baked dessert filled with apple compote and covered with bread crumbs.

Question 3

Who modified the Charlottes to the classic dessert known today?

Answer 3

French Chef Marie-Antoine Careme

Question 4

Describe a Charlotte Royale.

Answer 4

A mold lined with raspberry jam-filled jelly rolls, filled with vanilla Bavarian Cream, glazed with apricot glaze, and decorated with whipped cream and maybe a chocolate garnish.

Question 5

Describe a Charlotte Russe.

Answer 5

A mold lined with ladyfingers, filled with Vanilla Bavarian Cream, and decorated with fruit and whipped cream

Question 6

Who was the Charlotte named after?

Answer 6

Queen Charlotte of Britain, whose husband was King George the third.

Question 7

What is another name for Charlotte Royale?

Answer 7

Charlotte a la Parisienne

Question 8

Who was Charlotte Russe originally prepared for?

Answer 8

The Russian Tsar Alexander

Question 9

What is the main difference between Charlotte Royale and Charlotte Russe?

Answer 9

Charlotte Royal is made with a raspberry jam-filled jelly roll, while Charlotte Russe is surrounded by Lady Fingers.

Question 10

What fruit must be used in Charlotte Royale?

Answer 10

Raspberry