A Decade Of Desserts: The Most Popular/Searched For Recipes From 2015

By Ujjainee Roy

Intro

2015 was all about subverting traditional usage of ingredients and pushing the envelope when it comes to styling desserts. Here are some of the most popular desserts from the year

Avocado Desserts

Avocado found its way into desserts in 2015, with avocado ice cream, avocado chocolate mousse, and avocado-based smoothie bowls gaining popularity amid health enthusiasts

Bubble Waffles

Bubble waffles, also known as egg waffles or Hong Kong waffles, were everywhere in 2015. These unique, egg-shaped waffles featured crisp exteriors and soft, chewy bubbles and were often folded before servings

Milkshakes with Over-the-Top Toppings

Extreme milkshakes or loaded milkshakes became a trend, with shakes adorned with extravagant toppings such as cookies, candy, whipped cream, and even slices of cake.

Doughnut Ice Cream Cones

The doughnut ice cream cone, also known as the "doughnut cone" was an edible cone made from doughnut dough, which was often filled with soft-serve ice cream and topped with various sweet toppings.

Freakshakes

Building on the extreme milkshake trend, freakshakes emerged as monstrous milkshakes featuring an array of decadent toppings. From brownies and cookies to whipped cream and chocolate drizzles, these shakes were quite sought-after

Açai Bowls

Açai bowls gained popularity in 2015 as a refreshing and nutritious breakfast dessert option. These bowls featured a thick açai berry smoothie base topped with granola, fresh fruits, coconut flakes, and yogurt

Rainbow Cakes

The rainbow cake craze took social media by storm in 2015. These vibrantly colored layered cakes were in demand everywhere, from weddings to birthdays to anniversary parties

Matcha Everything

Matcha, finely ground green tea powder, became a popular ingredient in desserts in 2015. Matcha-flavored ice cream, lattes, and cakes were widely popular for their vibrant green color and distinctive, slightly bitter flavor.