The French aren't just known for baguettes and charcuterie boards - they have arguably created some of the most divine desserts of all time. To celebrate their deliciousness, I've chosen my favorite French desserts from the Bonni Bakery website that you have to try for your next dinner party! Challenge yourself with profiteroles or pistachio daquoise, or keep things simple with my classic chocolate mousse.
French Dessert Recipes
Fancy a challenge? Bake a showstopper Opera Cake from scratch with this step-by-step recipe. You'll learn to master 3 components that make up this layer cake: joconde sponge, coffee buttercream, and chocolate ganache. It's guaranteed to impress!
This chocolate mousse is my go-to recipe when I need to whip up a last minute dessert, and it never disappoints. You can serve your mousse in delicate little glasses or ramekins, or on its own in any molded shape you like - because yes, it holds its shape perfectly.
As the self-proclaimed pistachio queen, I honestly think this pistachio dacquoise is the best thing I've ever tasted. It pairs a chewy yet crispy sponge with piped layers of smooth pistachio French buttercream. Save this for your next special occasion to wow every guest.
Chantilly cream is so incredibly easy to make and will elevate any dessert. From cupcake frosting and pastry filling, to simply serving on the side of fresh fruit, this silky cream can be used for almost anything!
A batch of profiteroles always goes down a treat at a party. Put your pastry skills to the test by making crispy choux buns, then fill them with a luciously creamy filling and top with silky chocolate glaze.
Get ahead of your next dinner party with this creamy custard pie that can be made a couple of days in advance. Encase the silkiest baked custard filling in a buttery, flaky pie crust.
This beautiful fraisier cake is as eye-catching as it is delicious! It's a fluffy strawberry-soaked genoise sponge sandwiched with a thick layer of creme mousseline and fresh strawberries, and topped with marzipan for decoration.
Use this easy vanilla pastry cream in a range of delicious desserts: pastries, pies, tarts, donuts, and cakes. It's definitely a component that should be in every baker's toolkit.
This Parisian classic is an indulgent dessert fit for every special occasion. Enjoy creating a chocolatey pastry base topped with a creamy custard chocolate flan.
Learn to make these elegant floating island desserts with ease! They're the perfect finale for a classy dinner party dessert. Serve with a drizzle of caramel for a sweet finishing touch.
This delicious almond filling sounds fancy and footery, but it couldn't be simpler to make. It's the best filling to brighten up your bakes - from croissants to tarts - with real almond flavor.
Elevate your French pastry breakfast with all things almondy! We'll be garnishing buttery croissants with Frangipane filling, amaretto syrup, and flaked almonds.
This melt-in-your-mouth chocolate mousse pie is one of my most popular recipes for a reason! Pair silky chocolate mousse with a flaky pie crust to create this crowd-pleaser dessert.
Unlike most French buttercream recipes, this one is stable and pipeable, making it the perfect frosting for all of your baked goods. Adjust the flavors easily to suit your baking preferences - I love to use it for coffee buttercream, chocolate buttercream, and even pistachio buttercream!
Creme brûlée is the epitome of French desserts. It can be an elegant end to a dinner party or any other soiree. The silky, creamy custard contrasts beautifully with the crunchiness of the glass-like caramel top.
This is quite similar to creme patissiere, the difference is that it is whipped into butter to create a richer, silkier cream. It's a gorgeously smooth filling for all of your pastries, cakes, and donuts
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Each of these recipes brings something different to the table, but all carry an elegant flair that is bound to impress. I hope you find some Euro baking inspiration from this collection of French desserts, and treat yourself and your loved ones to something delicious.
The best part of my job is seeing lovely bakers from around the world create my recipes. Please share pictures of your tasty bakes and let me know what you thought in the comments below!
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