Christmas is one of the busiest times of year for restaurants, with increased covers, larger parties and a greater demand for festive menus.
Desserts can be particularly challenging, as kitchen teams need to produce attractive, seasonal dishes quickly and consistently. Choosing the right desserts can help reduce pressure on staff without compromising on quality.
Thaw and serve
Thaw serve dessert options are a great starting point. Pre-prepared and pre-portioned, these desserts offer maximum convenience without compromising on quality. Simply thaw as required and add any final garnish or finishing touch before serving. This helps reduce preparation time, minimise kitchen labour and deliver consistent portions and presentation across every service.
Assiettes and sharing platters
Dessert assiettes and sharing platters are another great way to streamline Christmas service. A selection of pre-prepared mini desserts, petit fours and festive treats can be combined to create an impressive-looking dessert board or assiette, with minimal finishing required. Sharing platters are particularly effective for Christmas parties and group bookings, allowing the kitchen to serve a variety of flavours and textures without the need to prepare individual desserts from scratch for every guest.
Finally, keep the garnish simple. A dusting of icing sugar, a drizzle of sauce, whipped cream, berries or a small piece of chocolate can make a dessert look special without adding significant preparation time.
