French Desserts
French Desserts
French desserts are worldwide famous for their rich taste and tempting deliciousness. If you have a knack for sweets, then try out these desserts at once. France is famous for its mouthwatering and irresistible desserts. In fact, the word “dessert” was derived from the French word “desservir,” meaning to un-serve the central part of the meal. Given below are the seven must-try French desserts.
Seven toothsome French desserts you should eat once in your life...!
1. Pears Belle Helene, a classic French dessert, is the first on our list. Light, tasty, and punched up with cinnamon flavor, the dessert is as enjoyable as its name is.
2. Apple Tarte Tatin another classic hit of France; this dessert has a sparky zesty flavor of lemon. When eaten with vanilla ice cream, this dessert has no match.
3. Cherry Clafoutis, this French dessert is a popular version of traditional puffed French custard cake.
4. Mille-feuille is simple in its taste with mind-blowing taste. The three layers of cake are so enriched with cream that it becomes almost impossible not to shoot out the cream—a perfect delight.
5. Macarons as dessert had its roots in the middle ages, became extremely popular in the 19th century and is still loved by millions.
6. Mendiants dessert had four classic toppings of raisins, hazelnuts, figs, and almonds, but now the toppings also include seeds, dried fruits, and peels, etc. The mouthwatering taste of mendicants makes it a must-try.
7. Crème caramel is a highly appreciated soft French dessert with a top layer of smooth, sugary topping. The softness and rich taste of crème caramel make the eater an addict to it.
French Desserts Recipe: Apple Tart
French Desserts Apple Tart Ingredient
For the Crust:
1¼ cups soft wheat flour
¼ cup all purpose flour
Pinch of salt
¼ cup sugar
1 large egg
3 tablespoons shortening
2 tablespoons cold water
For Topping & Filling
2 large apples, peeled, cored and cut into ¼-inch thick slices
2 additional apples, peeled cored, and chopped
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon, divided
½ teaspoon cloves, divided
1 teaspoon lemon juice, divided
1 teaspoon lemon zest, divided
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
French Desserts Apple Tart Method
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
For the Crust
In a large bowl, whisk together flours, salt and sugar. Add egg, shortening and water. Mix until a soft, pliable dough forms. If it seems too sticky add a touch of more flour; if it's crumble add more water, 1 spoonful at time. Knead gently and press into a tart dish. Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until edges are slightly golden. Remove and let cool.
For Topping & Filling
In a large pan over medium heat, cook down the apple slices with 2 tablespoons brown sugar, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon cloves, ½ teaspoon lemon juice and ½ teaspoon lemon zest. Cook until the apples just begin to soften (figure 3-5 minutes). Remove from pan and transfer to a plate to cool.
In a large glass bowl, toss the chopped apples with 2 tablespoons white sugar, cornstarch, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon cloves, ½ teaspoon lemon juice and ½ teaspoon lemon zest. Place in pan and cook down until soft. Take a pastry blender and mash the softened apple chucks. The mixture should be thick and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat.
Pour the caramelized apples onto the crust.
Arrange the apple slices in concentric circles over the caramelized apple sauce and bake tart for about 15 additional minutes.
Removed and let cool before serving.