Cold Desserts Flashcards
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These are desserts prepared without the use of fire or heat
cold desserts
A classic and beloved cold treat available in numerous flavors
ice cream
An Italian frozen dessert similar to ice cream but typically denser and creamier due to a higher milk-to-cream ratio
gelato
A dairy-free frozen dessert made with fruit puree, sugar, and water
sorbet
lighter alternative to ice cream
yogurt
frozen fruit or puree on a stick
popsicle
layers of yogurt, granola, and fruits, typically served in a glass
parfait
italian layered dessert with soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa powder
tiramisu
mixture of flour and water used to make crepes and pancakes
batter
may be melted to easily blend into fillings and batters and can be molded into attractive decorations or poured
chocolate
often used as a decoration or accompaniment for both cold and hot desserts, but may also be used as one of the recipe ingredients
cream
beaten into soft peaks which will support souffles and mousses while whites beaten to firm peaks are suitable for meringues
egg whites
egg whites are beaten into ______ to support souffles and mousses
soft peaks
egg whites are beaten into ______ suitable for meringues
hard peaks
may be mixed with flavorings, (sugar and cream or milk to make custard) or whisked together over hot water to create sabayon
egg yolks
used in season and complements dish
fruit
set cold molded desserts
gelatin
provides flavor and available in whole, ground, roasted or caramelized. can be skinned, left whole, finely chopped, or powdered.
nuts
sprinkle over fruits, beaten on egg yolks (custard) or whites (meringues)
sugar
a thick, smooth sauce made from puréed and strained fruits or vegetables, can be savory or sweet
coulis
It’s a French word that literally means “flowing” or “running,”
coulis (describes its texture)
a rich, pourable custard sauce that can be served hot or cold over cake, fruits, or other desserts.
creme anglaise
French for “English custard,”
creme anglaise
ingredients of creme anglaise
eggs, sugar and milk or cream