Desserts

Question 1

creme brulee

Answer 1

rich custard base, topped with layer of caramelized sugar; normally served slightly chilled

Question 2

tiramisu

Answer 2

coffee-flavored italian dessert; made of ladyfingers dipped in coffee, layered with a whipped mixture of eggs, sugar, and mascarpone cheese, flavored with cocoa

Question 3

mascarpone

Answer 3

soft italian acid-set cream cheese

Question 4

panna cotta

Answer 4

italian custard, thickened with gelatin

Question 5

praline

Answer 5

caramelized sugar heated to 160`C and combined with roasted nuts; commonly made with sugar, corn syrup, milk, butter, and nut halves

Question 6

sorbet

Answer 6

frozen dessert, made using ice combined with fruit juice, fruit puree, or other ingredients, such as wine, liqueur, or honey

Question 7

cremieux

Answer 7

french cream having incredibly silky texture and intense chocolate flavor

Question 8

creme caramel

Answer 8

similar to creme brulee, but caramel is not “bruleed” on top, instead, caramel sauce underneath the custard at bottom of the cup

Question 9

turtle “style”

Answer 9

named after the popular candy originating in the USA, made with caramel, chocolate, and pecans