Tour dÉléphant Snack Tower (Printable Version)

A multi-layered stack of sweet and savory bites topped with honey and pistachios for a delightful treat.

# 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

# Method Steps:

01 - Bake mini madeleines, chocolate brownies, and cheese gougères if not using store-bought items.
02 - Place a mini cheese gougère on the serving platter, top with herbed cream cheese and a cucumber slice.
03 - Stack a chocolate brownie over the savory base, add a swirl of whipped cream and a halved strawberry.
04 - Place a mini madeleine on top, add a halved cherry tomato and a touch of herbed cream cheese.
05 - Continue stacking alternating savory and sweet layers for each serving to form towers.
06 - Drizzle honey over the assembled towers, sprinkle with chopped pistachios and decorate with fresh mint leaves.
07 - Present immediately for an elegant snack experience.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A harmonious blend of sweet and savory layers that keeps every bite exciting.
  • Visually stunning towers that make a beautiful centerpiece for any occasion.
  • Vegetarian and adaptable, perfect for diverse dietary preferences.
  • Quick and manageable preparation with impressive results.
02 -
  • Use store-bought mini madeleines and gougères to save time without sacrificing flavor.
  • Chill assembled towers briefly before serving to help them hold their shape.
  • Experiment with fresh herbs like thyme or basil in the cream cheese for unique flavor twists.
  • Work on a flat, stable surface to keep your towers evenly stacked and prevent tipping.
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