If you're looking to add a little Bourbon to your dessert, give this vanilla whiskey napoleon a try. Adding a dry oak kick to a creamy French pastry, this bourbon dessert is for social drinkers and those with a serious sweet tooth.
Frenchman Ludo Lefebvr is a chef, judge/mentor on ABC's 'The Taste' and the owner of two Los Angeles restaurants. Recently, the brilliant cook released his first book 'Crave.' Within the pages of the mouthwatering cookbook is this recipe for vanilla whiskey napoleon. While a napoleaon is a traditional French dessert, Lefebvr brings it overseas and refashions the usual recipe. Adding vanilla whiskey to the unsalted butter and fleur de sel base, Lefebvr allows consumers to create a tasty treat that is sweet, savory and smooth.
With a flaky exterior and creamy insides, this crème pâtissière makes a delicious cultural confection.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Boozy Desserts
- Opportunity to incorporate alcoholic ingredients in desserts to create unique and flavorful offerings.
- Innovative Flavor Combinations
- Opportunity to experiment with unusual and unexpected flavor pairings to create unique and differentiated products.
- Creative Pastry Design
- Opportunity to create visually stunning desserts that incorporate innovative pastry techniques.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Food and Beverage
- The food and beverage industry can incorporate liquor and unique flavors to create new dessert offerings and tap into the trend of boozy desserts.
- Hospitality
- Restaurants and other hospitality businesses can offer unique pastry creations to differentiate themselves from competitors and appeal to customers looking for unique culinary experiences.
- Event Planning
- Event planners can incorporate creative pastry design and unique desserts to add a special touch to weddings, corporate events, and other occasions.
