Brittle & crunchy toppings
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Brittle and crunchy toppings add the bite that so many desserts are missing. In this category you will find crunchy toppings and inserts for cakes, pralines, ice cream and chocolate bars – from classic almond and hazelnut brittle to feuilletine flakes and salted caramel pieces.
Our range of brittle and crunchy ingredients
- Nut brittle: roasted almond brittle and hazelnut brittle (200 g each), caramelised pecan brittle and caramelised hazelnuts
- Caramel: salted caramel pieces (220 g) and caramel cubes (65 g)
- Biscuits: speculoos crumble, nougat crumbs, mini Petit Beurre and a gourmet biscuit mix
- For patisserie: feuilletine flakes (100 g and 150 g) and caramelised rice crisps (120 g)
How to use brittle and feuilletine
As a topping, sprinkle brittle over ice cream, creams, cupcakes or around the edge of a cake. Feuilletine, known in France as crêpes dentelles, is the classic ingredient for crunchy layers: mix it with praliné or melted chocolate and spread the mixture thinly to create a crisp insert for cakes and entremets. It also adds crunch to ganache and praliné fillings; suitable nut pastes can be found under Nut pastes, praliné & nougat. In home-made chocolate bars, caramel pieces, rice crisps and caramelised nuts work particularly well.
Frequently asked questions about brittle and crunchy toppings
What is the difference between brittle and feuilletine?
Brittle is made from caramelised sugar with nuts or biscuits and is hard and sweet. Feuilletine consists of crumbled, wafer-thin crêpes dentelles and has a lighter, more delicate crunch.
How do I keep brittle crunchy?
Brittle absorbs moisture. Keep opened packs tightly closed in a dry place and sprinkle brittle onto moist desserts just before serving.
Can I fold brittle into creams?
Yes, for example into buttercream, mousse or parfait. Larger pieces give a more noticeable bite; if the cream stands for a long time, the brittle will gradually soften.
See also: Toppings · Nut pastes, praliné & nougat · Home made Ice cream