Pick Your Favorite Desserts And We'll Guess If You're Single
- by Jessie Dax-Setkus
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We all love desserts. It’s true. Everyone has some sort of dessert that they are all about. Whether you love those berry-filled tarts, rich chocolate cakes, or spiced filled pies, there is definitely something that speaks to you. Desert is almost a meal on its own. In fact, many times, people will hunt down a good place to grab dessert just as much as they will hunt down a place to grab dinner. Dessert is just as much of a staple in our culture as any other meal. People look forward to their dessert and are disappointed if it doesn’t add up to their expectation.
Everyone wants their dessert to taste like their grandmother made it. We don’t like when it tastes mass manufactured; it just doesn’t hit our standard. Also, the ingredients need to be fresh, just like Nana would use. Only the best of the best for our desserts. So which desserts are your favorite? Which are the ones that you crave whenever you see it on the menu? What if we told you we could guess whether you were single or taken based on the desserts you like? Pretty cool huh? Take our quiz on your favorite desserts and we’ll tell you whether you are single or taken!
Cheesecake
Does it even need an introduction? Cheesecake is one of the most famous cakes out there that is arguably not really a cake. Made with cream cheese and a whole lot of sugar, this dessert is pretty flexible to any other flavors that is added into it like cookies and cream, berries, or even lemon meringue.
Custard
Custard is creamy and all around a bowl full of dreaminess for anyone that's enjoying it. Made from a mixture of milk or cream and egg yolk, this dessert is somewhat similar to pudding, although it is so much more decadent. Top it off with whip cream of berries!
Apple pie
Ever hear the saying, "It's as American as apple pie?" Well, it's because this is one of the few desserts that hails from the U.S.A. unlike its cousin the apple strudel that calls its home country Germany, the apple pie is a staple of the states and we're pretty darn proud of it too.
Brownies
It's pretty hard to say that you don't like fudge brownies. Especially the ones that have the ooey gooey center fresh from the oven. It seems like everyone has their own recipe to make brownies, but there are many different ways to make them. Some people add peanut butter, some add nuts, some make them crisp, and some people even add peppermint over the holidays.
Pumpkin pie
It's said that pumpkin pie was served during the first Thanksgiving way back when our founding fathers ate with the Native Americans. However, this is actually a myth as the actual pie was an eel pie made of the local...produce...(ew). Lucky for us this is no longer the tradition, but instead we get a tasty pumpkin pie instead.
Pecan pie
Another Thanksgiving staple is pecan pie. This extremely sweet treat also wasn't part of the original Thanksgiving, but has made its way to American tables regardless years later. Pecan pie is actually a testament of The South where they seem to chow down on it year round despite Thanksgiving being nearby.
Tiramisu
Here we have an Italian dessert that is comprised of lady fingers and coffee. The issue people tend to have with this cake is that it is a wet cake. Not everyone is in love with that kind of texture. Not to mention it is also a cold wet; the flavors are strong but the texture could be a tough one for some.
Sorbet
Sorbet, unlike sherbet, does not have any dairy in it where as sherbet has a very small amount of dairy mixed in. Many people get the two confused, but sorbet is more of an icy treat made of mostly sugar, water, and whatever flavor it is supposed to take on. I hope you learned something today!
Crème brûlée
Crème brûlée is a fancy derivative of custard. The big difference here is that the top is burned with a kitchen-friendly blow torch so the sugar caramelizes. This creates a nice little crust you have to break through in order to get to the custard center. It's very satisfying to break too.
Baklava
Here we have a Middle Eastern delight that is sweetened with honey instead of processed sugar. Filo dough also makes this dish crispy and also gives it layers for you to bite into. There are also typically pistachios sprinkled in and on this dessert as well giving it a little more heartiness with every bite.
Bread pudding
Bread pudding isn't a pudding like we traditionally know it, but more so like a pudding that the British know it. Comprised literally of bread as it's main ingredient, it usually utilizes bourbon, raisins, and a whole lot of sugar to get the flavors we know and love. This is another dessert that hails from The South.
Rice pudding
Rice pudding is more of a traditional pudding, except it is primarily made of rice. The rice itself makes the pudding come to the consistency that we know and love as pudding if you can believe it. This dish is usually served with cinnamon and some people like to sprinkle raisins on it as well.
Hot fudge sundae
A hot fudge sundae really has it all. It has vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, nuts, whipped cream, and even a cherry on top. What more could you want? Well, some people like to actually add brownies or switch up the ice cream flavors, so they might not be purists but it still makes for a great sundae.
Apple crisp
An apple crisp is sort of like apple pie, but there are some vast variations to this desert. If there was a such thing as a dessert casserole, this would fit the bill because it is literally baked in a casserole dish and served in slices just like you would eat lasagna. It also has crumbles on it like a coffee cake and is served with ice cream on top.
Key lime pie
There is a difference between the typical limes we use in food and key limes we use in this specific pie. These limes are grown in the Florida Keys where this pie is king. What's great about this pie is that it is both sweet with a bit of tartness to really balance it out. But make sure to never use regular limes.
Lemon meringue pie
Lemon meringue pie is an extremely popular pie for a few reasons. First of all, people love the balance of sweet and tart that this pie has, and second the meringue itself is just something different that this pie offers. It's just a good idea after pretty much every meal to be quite honest.
Trifle
Trifle in English cuisine is a dessert made with fruit, a thin layer of sponge fingers soaked in sherry or another fortified wine, and custard. It can be topped with whipped cream. Like tiramisu, people tend to have trouble with the consistency of this dessert, so it isn't for everyone.
Gelato
Gelato is just the Italian word for ice cream, right? Nope. The difference is that ice cream is cream based and gelato is actually egg based making it much more creamy and heavier than ice cream. Although many of the flavors are the same, you will likely offend an Italian if you call their gelato "ice cream."
Panna cotta
Unlike many desserts that are vegetarian friendly, panna cotta is not (gasp). In fact, there is gelatin mixed into this dessert in order to hold it together in its elegant shape. The cream may be aromatized with, coffee, vanilla, or other flavorings. The possibilities are literally endless with this vanilla dessert.
Baked Alaska
Baked Alaska is a dessert food consisting of ice cream and cake topped with browned meringue. In fact, this dessert sometimes comes out of the kitchen on fire, which really proves to be quite a show to some people. The ice cream inside tends to be vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry.
Strawberry pie
Whats great about strawberry pie is that the fresh strawberries really shine through here. Sure, there is a glaze mixed in with them, but the strawberries are the real star of the show for all intents and purposes. All you need is a pie crust on top of that. It's a pretty easy pie in all reality.
Danish pastry
The awesome thing about a Danish pastry is that many people eat it for breakfast, so it's basically a dessert you eat at the beginning of the day. This sweet treat usually also comes with a filling consisting of some sort of berry, apple, or cream cheese. These pair very well with your morning coffee.
Yule log
A yule log is obviously a Christmas time dessert that is a roll up cake. Also called a Bûche de Noël, this cake is modeled to look just like an actual yule log and often involves forest animals or sugary mushrooms to help decorate it. It is almost too cute to eat.
Jell-o
We all remember the Jell-o jigglers commercials. How fun were those? The only bad thing about Jell-o is that, once again, it's not vegetarian friendly to all those veggie people out there. However, it is really low in calories and goes well with a dollop of whipped cream. it also comes in a variety of flavors.
Ambrosia Salad
Ambrosia Salad is one of those desserts of yesteryear that some people still make for potlucks because it is pretty simple to whip up. Consisting of fruit, coconut shreds, and marshmallows, this sweet salad isn't as healthy as a mixed green but who is eating dessert for its health benefits anyway?
Coconut Macaroons
Coconut Macaroons boast a whole lot of coconut that is true. If you don't like coconut, you won;t like this dessert, but if you have a loving relationship with coconut, then this is definitely the treat for you. Not to mention they are also flourless, meaning they are pretty light.
Crepes
They are basically really, really thin French pancakes, but boy are they ever delicious. Fill them with everything from Nutella, to fresh fruit, to even lemon curd. Some people like to even eat them in a more savory style, but we are talking desserts here. Finish them off with a dusting of powdered sugar and they are perfect.
Blueberry cobbler
Blueberry cobbler is a gooey dessert that is typically made in a skillet. Everything is always better when it is made in a skillet. It is basically buttery biscuits that soak up the luscious juices produced by these tart berries. It is warm, and oh so great to eat on a cool day.
Chocolate chip cookies
Who doesn't love chocolate chip cookies? What's not to say about them—everyone loves something different and everyone's grandma has their own personal recipe. Whether you like them crisp, fluffy, or soft, there isn't a single person out there that doesn't like chocolate chip cookies.
Spice cake
Spice cake is similar to carrot cake except it is usually served naked (how scandalous), meaning it doesn't come with frosting. If it does have frosting, it will usually have a buttercream on it to compliment the spice in the cake. it best served during the holiday season.
Lemon pound cake
Lemon pound cake is a pretty basic dessert that many people seem to love. Do you know why pound cake is called pound cake? It is because there is a pound of butter, sugar, and flour in the mix of ingredients. Yeah, it's not for the health conscious, but man is it ever delicious if you are look for a gut buster.
Flourless chocolate cake
As the recipe says, this cake is flourless. However, it is oh so chocolately and amazing all the same. Yeah, it isn't as pillowy as a traditional chocolate cake, but it is more compact meaning that the flavors are also more compact in every bite where as a traditional chocolate cake might not be as rich.
Lava cake
If you are looking for richness, this is the dessert for you. All you have to do is stick a fork in it and a literal cascade of richness comes flowing out of this chocolate dessert. It is served warm and is best shared with someone close with you for whatever reason. Maybe because it warms your heart as you eat it.
Lemon bars
Lemon bars also offer that sweet but tart combo that people really love in a dessert. They also have a shortbread crust that seems to pair well with a lemon filling as well. Make sure to top these bad boys off with powdered sugar because it just gives them that extra little kick of sweetness.
Vanilla cupcake
It might seem simple, but a vanilla cupcake is pretty classic. Add some rainbow sprinkles and you have one of the trademark cupcakes through the ages. It's one of those desserts that carries you through when you don't want a whole slice of cake, but rather a small taste.
