It doesn’t seem like a party without some sort of dessert, but this is probably the most difficult course to create harmony in.
Typical baked goods of all types are out of bounds for vegan, no-carb, no-fat and gluten-free diets because of butter, sugar, flour and eggs. Custards are ok for gluten-free folks, but not no-carb, no-fat or vegan diets.
Traditional Dessert Spread
So you can see that there is no one desert to suit everyone and for some of these diets, the options are limited unless recipes are modified to exclude the unwelcome ingredients. But in baking that can be tricky, so here’s a chance to get your guests involved. If someone offers to bring something, suggest they bring a sweet dessert. Nearly everyone on a special diet has a favorite after-dinner treat, so you’re likely to get an interesting range.
If you want to serve a dessert course just in case promised desserts don’t turn up, how about a Continental twist: fruit and cheese? Just like the taco or salad bar, this allows everyone to choose their own.
Continental Dessert Spread
Tomorrow: breakfast
Posted by kuri at October 20, 2007 09:21 AM