Bloom your Springtime Baking!
Springtime brings a renewed sense of freshness, floral vibes and vibrancy, and it's the perfect season to explore new flavours and techniques in baking. In professional baking, it is essential to stay in sync of the latest trends and ingredients to create fresh & exciting springtime products
Spring baking is all about light-bright, fruity fresh flavours, and innovative floral, pastel colourful designs. From the use of edible flowers, incorporating seasonal fruits & berries, to creative flavour combinations and beautiful floral decorations, this article focuses on how you can 'bloom' your bakery business during springtime
Light-Bright Spring Flavours and Ingredients
Spring is a time of renewal and growth, and the flavours of the season reflect this. Some of the most popular springtime flavours include:
Berries— Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries are all in season during the spring, and they make a great addition to cakes, muffins, and scones.
Floral Infusions— Trendy flowers to use in baking range from roses, violets, lavender to chamomile and hibiscus. Not only do they add an aesthetically pleasing touch, but they also infuse your culinary creations with a delicate, floral aroma.
Citrus Fruits— In addition to lemon, other citrus fruits like oranges, sweet lime, lemons, passionfruit, mandarins, dragon fruit and grapefruit can add a bright, fresh flavour to your baked goods.
Fresh Herbs— Fresh herbs like mint, basil, and thyme can add a unique and fresh flavour to your baked goods. Try using them in cakes, cupcakes, and even shortbread cookies.
Honey— Spring is the perfect time to incorporate honey into your baked goods. Try it in cakes, muffins, or even as a glaze on top of your pastries.
Springtime Pantry Specials
Spring is a season of bright colours and new growth. Here are a few decorating ideas to try:
Edible Flowers— Adding edible flowers like pansies, violets, and nasturtiums to your baked goods can create a stunningly beautiful effect.
Pastel Colours— Soft pastel shades like pink, lavender, and pale blue are perfect for spring. Use them to tint frosting, fondant, or dough for a subtle touch of colour.
Fruit Garnishes— Fresh berries, sliced citrus, and even thinly sliced rhubarb can make beautiful and tasty garnishes for your springtime treats.
Chocolate & Flower Blossoms— Melt chocolate & pipe it onto wax paper in the shape of flowers. Once hardened, place them on top of your cakes or cupcakes for a beautiful and edible decoration.
Blooming Bakery Trends
Ombré and Watercolour Effects— Gradually fading from one colour to another, ombré is a trendy decorating technique that can add a sophisticated touch to your baked goods. Additionally, using food colouring or edible paints, create a watercolour effect on your desserts & baked products. This trend is all about blending colours and creating a beautiful, dreamy effect.
Drip Cakes & Glazed Patisseries— Drip cakes & patisseries are a popular trend that involves pouring a sweet, colourful glaze over the top of a dessert to create a "dripping" effect. Use pastel colours and fresh flowers for a springtime twist.
Matcha Pastries— Matcha, a powdered green tea, has become increasingly popular in recent years and shows no sign of slowing down. The authentic and earthy Japanese matcha tea power is used it in macarons, cookies, cakes, or even croissants for a unique and trendy twist on classic pastries.
Floral Cakes, Cupcakes & Bouquets— Incorporating edible flowers like roses, lavender, or violets into cake designs has become increasingly popular in recent years. Consider using buttercream or fondant to create a floral design on top of your cakes. Bright, Bold Colours: Bold, bright colours are becoming increasingly popular in baking, particularly for springtime treats. Think hot pinks, bright oranges, and vibrant blues.
Unique Flavour Combinations— Combining unexpected flavours has become a trend in recent years. Consider experimenting with flavours like matcha, butterfly pea, and black sesame, rhubarb, fennel, peas and more!
As the temperatures start to rise and flowers begin to bloom, spring is the perfect time for bakers and pâtissiers to get creative in the kitchen. From incorporating trendy ingredients to offering unique and modern special treats, and using artistic and health-conscious decorating ideas, there are plenty of ways to stay on top of the latest springtime baking trends.
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