Dessert soup is an innovative and surprising way to end a special meal on a very sweet note. The variations and possibilities for dessert soups are nearly infinite. Many dessert soups highlight sweet fruits
such as strawberries, bananas, citrus, raspberries, honeydew, or watermelon. Dessert soups can also showcase chocolate, caramel, or sweet creams.
Soup as a dessert can be served hot, with melting chocolate or warm raspberry puree that oozes onto your spoon and warms your mouth delightfully. Alternately, most melon and citrus based dessert soups are served chilled and provide a wonderfully
light, aromatic note to end the meal.
Dessert wines such as Port or Shiraz can add complexity in flavor, and nuts such as candied almonds, pecans, or chopped hazelnuts add to the realm of possibilities. Cardamom, nutmeg, cloves, and star anise are but a few spices that can be
used in your recipe. Portions are typically kept small, since soup for dessert is rich in flavor and sweetness. Try garnishing your bowl of dessert soup with sprigs of fresh mint, a drizzle of white chocolate, or a fresh berry. A small piece
of shortbread or a thin, crisp cookie served on the side is a perfect companion for dessert soups and provide a complimentary texture. Surprise you loved ones with soup for dessert and show them how sweet you really are. |
