It goes without saying that alcohol adds spice to life, (occasionally a little too much spice!) and unparalleled flavor to cooking. So it stands to reason that alcohol, in all its glorious forms, adds a layer of complexity and deliciousness to desserts. Red wine and liqueurs pair perfectly with chocolate, taking the flavor to a whole new level. The sweet taste of a fruit dessert is deliciously balanced by the strength and sharpness of flavored liqueur, creating a perfect mingling of flavors that go well beyond the ordinary. In our recipe collection, alcohol plays a key palate-pleasing role in several desserts, including;
And with names like those, how could alcohol NOT add to the fun?
Our pro tip: Break out the good stuff when adding spirits to desserts – whatever you enjoy in a glass is worth adding to your dessert masterpiece. Experiment and enjoy, it will not disappoint! Who knows – we may even liven things up with a dessert flambé at some point in the future. Alcohol meets fire…what could go wrong?
It is easy to fall in love with boozy desserts – especially if you are looking for new an additional flavor or texture. Check out these fabulous choices- and NOT just for the Holidays…but whenever you want your desserts to be a little EXTRA. Unlocking the power of alcohol can provide remarkable results—heightening flavors and adding complexity to even the most basic desserts.
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People have been creating alcohol for over 9000 years- It is no wonder that it found its way into our favorite recipes. Adding liquor to desserts became especially popular after prohibition. In the 1960s and 1970s cocktails like the White Russian and Mudslide used heavy cream and introduced dessert cocktails. Today boozy, loaded, drunken, or alcoholic desserts are having a resurgence. Premium desserts inspired by alcoholic beverages is a hot and growing trend.
The popularization of the Ninja Creami has made homemade ice cream easier than ever. Interesting varieties with a hint of alcohol create new and exciting ice cream flavor experiences.
These aren’t your Father’s Martini’s! There are hundreds of new Martini recipes springing up. Put your favorite dessert flavors in Vodka. What could be better? We feature several of our Dessert drinks on this site. Enjoy a flight of Martini Pie flavors. Key Lime, Pumpkin, Pecan Pie
