Tour dÉléphant Snack Tower (Printable Version)

A layered snack tower balancing sweet treats and savory bites with fresh garnishes.

# Components:

→ Sweet Layers

01 - 6 mini madeleines
02 - 6 small chocolate brownies
03 - 6 strawberries, hulled and halved
04 - 3.5 oz whipped cream

→ Savory Layers

05 - 6 mini cheese gougères
06 - 6 slices cucumber
07 - 6 cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 2.1 oz herbed cream cheese

→ Garnishes

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

# Directions:

01 - Bake the madeleines, brownies, and gougères unless using store-bought versions.
02 - Place a gougère on a serving platter, top with herbed cream cheese and a cucumber slice.
03 - Stack a brownie on the savory base, add a swirl of whipped cream and a strawberry half.
04 - Place a madeleine on top, followed by a cherry tomato half and a touch of cream cheese.
05 - Repeat the alternating stacking of sweet and savory elements to build the tower for each serving.
06 - Drizzle with honey, sprinkle chopped pistachios, and decorate with fresh mint leaves.
07 - Present immediately for an impressive and delightful snack experience.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • A beautiful blend of sweet and savory bites that delight the senses.
  • Quick to prepare with a total time of just 50 minutes.
  • Perfectly portioned for sharing with 6 servings, ideal for gatherings.
  • Versatile vegetarian recipe with easy options for gluten-free and nut-free adaptations.
02 -
  • Use a sharp knife to slice strawberries and cherry tomatoes evenly for balanced layering.
  • Chill the whipped cream slightly before piping to help it hold its shape better.
  • Prepare all layers in advance and assemble just before serving to keep ingredients fresh.
  • Experiment with different herbs in the cream cheese to customize the savory notes.
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