Tour dÉléphant Goûter Gourmand (Print View)

A delightful tower combining sweet madeleines, chocolate brownies, and savory gougères with fresh garnishes.

# Components:

→ Sweet Layers

01 - 6 mini madeleines
02 - 6 small chocolate brownies
03 - 6 strawberries, hulled and halved
04 - 7 tablespoons whipped cream

→ Savory Layers

05 - 6 mini cheese gougères
06 - 6 cucumber slices
07 - 6 cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 4 tablespoons herbed cream cheese

→ Garnishes

09 - 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
10 - 2 tablespoons honey
11 - Fresh mint leaves for decoration

# Directions:

01 - Bake madeleines, brownies, and gougères if not using pre-made items.
02 - Place a mini gougère on a serving platter, spread with herbed cream cheese, and top with a cucumber slice.
03 - Stack a brownie on the savory base, add a swirl of whipped cream, and place a strawberry half on top.
04 - Place a madeleine, add a cherry tomato half and a small amount of cream cheese.
05 - Repeat the alternating stacking process for each serving to create a multi-layered tower.
06 - Drizzle honey over the assembled towers, sprinkle with chopped pistachios, and decorate with fresh mint leaves before serving immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Combines both sweet and savory flavors for a balanced tasting experience.
  • Quick to prepare with a total time of just 50 minutes.
  • Visually stunning presentation, perfect as a conversation-starting centerpiece.
  • Suitable for vegetarians, making it inclusive for diverse dietary preferences.
  • Easy to customize with gluten-free or nut-free alternatives.
02 -
  • Use a piping bag for smooth and precise application of cream cheese and whipped cream.
  • Do not overdrizzle honey to avoid overpowering the flavors.
  • Chill the components slightly before assembly to make stacking easier and more stable.
  • Arrange the tower on a sturdy serving platter to prevent tipping.
  • Check all ingredient labels to avoid allergen surprises, especially with store-bought elements.
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