Tour dÉléphant Snack Tower (Print Version)

A multi-layered tower featuring sweet and savory bites, perfect for indulgent afternoon or family gatherings.

# 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:

01 - Bake mini madeleines, chocolate brownies, and cheese gougères if not using store-bought items.
02 - Place a mini gougère on the serving platter, spread a dollop of herbed cream cheese on top, and add a slice of cucumber.
03 - Stack a chocolate brownie on the savory base, pipe a small swirl of whipped cream, and top with a halved strawberry.
04 - Place a mini madeleine on top, add a halved cherry tomato and a touch of herbed cream cheese.
05 - Repeat alternating savory and sweet layers for each serving to form a layered tower.
06 - Drizzle honey over the assembled towers, sprinkle with chopped pistachios, garnish with fresh mint leaves, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Combines irresistible sweet and savory bites in one elegant tower.
  • Perfect for impressing guests at afternoon tea or family gatherings.
  • Vegetarian-friendly with fresh, vibrant ingredients and rich textures.
  • Quick to prepare with mostly simple ingredients and straightforward assembly.
02 -
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients to elevate each layer's flavor.
  • Chill the assembled towers briefly before serving to help them set and maintain shape.
  • Adjust the amount of cream cheese and whipped cream to your taste for balance.
  • Serve immediately to preserve the freshness and texture of the garnishes.
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