Ingenious dessert recipes from Cédric Grolet: This is how you get the knack”!

Ingenious dessert recipes from Cédric Grolet: This is how you get the knack”!

In Paris, tourists stand in long lines to try Cédric Grolet's artfully designed fruit desserts. These elaborate treats, consisting of mousse, chocolate or cheesecake, require precise handwork that enables the “snap” moment when you bite into them. Grolet has made a name for himself primarily through his videos published on TikTok in which he shows the preparation of his desserts. Many imitators offer similar versions, but many home bakers report difficulties in achieving the characteristic “crack” effect, which is often affected by chocolate shells that are too thick or soft. The use of cocoa butter plays a crucial role in the perfect glaze and the unmistakable taste experience. RND reports that....

The trend surrounding Grolets desserts is also evident on social media. Influencer “Manal made it” published a recipe that generated almost a million views on TikTok. Viewers are thrilled by the beautiful and delicious creations that can be recreated at home, even if they don't always turn out perfectly. A recipe is essential to prepare the popular “mangos”: The cream is made from 300 ml cream, 200 g white chocolate and 1 teaspoon instant gelatine. The filling consists of 2 fresh mangoes, optionally supplemented with 1 passion fruit, as well as sugar and lemon juice. Finally, the icing is prepared with 200 g of white chocolate and 200 g of cocoa butter.

The preparation of the works of art

The steps to make the “mangoes” are as follows:

1. Sahne und weiße Schokolade schmelzen (idealerweise im Topf).
2. Sofort-Gelatine einrühren und die Mischung ruhen lassen.
3. Mangos pürieren und mit den restlichen Zutaten vermengen.
4. Die Creme in Frischhaltefolie formen und ins Gefrierfach legen.
5. Die Glasur aus geschmolzener Schokolade und Kakaobutter herstellen.
6. Die eingefrorenen „Mangos“ in die Glasur tauchen und dekorieren.

To prepare the “lemons” you need a cream consisting of 400 ml of cream, 200 g of white chocolate and 2 sheets of gelatin, while the filling is prepared from lemon curd. The glaze here is made up of 100 g white chocolate and 100 g cocoa butter. Here too, the preparation steps are clearly structured, and even beginners can achieve the desired effect with practice. My Pastry Class describes how....

Fascination for natural ingredients

Cédric Grolet not only teaches how to prepare these impressive desserts, but also places great emphasis on transforming natural ingredients into realistic and tasty desserts. The focus of his teaching shows respect and love for nature, which is particularly evident in his popular desserts such as lemon, Royal Gala apple or raspberry rose. Participants can put their passion for the patisserie craft into practice in their own patisserie or simply at home.

The combination of craftsmanship and digital social platforms has made Cédric Grolet a distinctive name and clearly shows that the trend towards artfully designed desserts will continue in the future. RND highlights that…