# Artisanal Frozen Desserts Dominique Ansel Revolutionizes Ice Cream With Sweet and Savory Flavors By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-06-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-and-savory References: [luxurylaunches](http://luxurylaunches.com/gastronomy/dominique-ansel-sets-new-ice-cream-trends-unveils-the-burrata-and-gianduja-soft-serve-flavors.php) & [foodandwine](http://www.foodandwine.com/blogs/2015/06/04/dominique-ansel-new-cheese-ice-cream) Dominique Ansel -- the creative genius behind such culinary delights as the Cronut -- recently unveiled two revolutionary ice cream flavors that blend together sweet and savory ingredients. Ansel's newest flavors revolutionize traditional soft-serve treats and include burrata and balsamic caramel varieties. While the burrata ice cream flavor successfully blends creamy Italian cheese with a topping of fresh herbs, balsamic caramel is a more complex mixture that is infused with an artisanal hazelnut spread, an orange mist, sea salt and even a whole strawberry. These luxe frozen treats are available at Dominique Ansel's SOHO bakery and are handmade in-house. As consumers grow more conscious of the ingredients that make up their meals, they are more likely to experiment with non-traditional recipes. These sweet and savory soft-serves are a great example of how traditional desserts are re-invented for the modern age. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sweet and Savory Combinations:** Creating innovative flavors that blend sweet and savory ingredients in desserts opens up opportunities for reimagining traditional recipes. - **Artisanal Frozen Treats:** Handcrafted and high-quality frozen desserts made with unique flavors and ingredients are gaining popularity among consumers looking for a premium dessert experience. - **Reinventing Traditional Desserts:** Revolutionizing classic desserts by incorporating unconventional ingredients and flavor combinations appeals to consumers' desire for new and exciting culinary experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of artisanal frozen desserts by offering unique and gourmet ice cream flavors that cater to consumer demand for high-quality and innovative desserts. - **Hospitality:** Hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality businesses can differentiate themselves by incorporating sweet and savory combinations into their dessert menus, providing guests with a memorable and unique dining experience. - **Retail:** Retailers specializing in premium and artisanal food products can tap into the trend of sweet and savory frozen treats by offering a range of unique ice cream flavors to cater to the growing consumer demand for gourmet desserts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [CPG-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ice-cream-project-anya-hindmarch.md) - [Dessert-Centric Temaki Sushis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mochi-ice-cream-temakis.md) - [Upside Down Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vice-versa.md) - [Soft Serve Croissants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evana-patisserie-cafe.md) - [Veggie-Infused Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggies-you-crave.md) - [Soy Sauce Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-tree-soy-sauce-ice-cream.md) - [Unconventional Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ice-cream-project.md) - [Carbonara-Flavored Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bella-italia.md) - [Farm-Fresh Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bold-spoon-creamery.md)