A Decade Of Desserts: The Most Popular And Searched-For Recipes From 2018

This article features the most popular desserts that ruled the year 2018 and no other time is better than to bring a list of amazing desserts than December. After all, this is the month when we need desserts the most. You can enjoy these desserts during your Christmas celebrations to decorate your Christmas platter, and you can simply have these treats for no reason because they are simply that good.

The festivals would be instantly elevated with the inclusion of these desserts so it is a no-brainer to add them to your dessert menu this festive season. From the irresistible ruby chocolate to the Japanese cheesecake, these sweets defined 2018. They were all over social media and people simply couldn't get enough of them.

Ruby Chocolate

Ruby chocolate is a brand-new chocolate variety that has become extremely popular if you have been following the chocolate industry in recent years.

In 2017, the first chocolate variety known as ruby chocolate was introduced. The color reddish-pink is where it derives its name. More than eight decades have passed since the introduction of brand-new chocolate to the public. So when ruby chocolate was introduced back in 2017, it made headlines all over the world and its beautiful hue only added to its charm.

The flavor of this viral chocolate can be described as both sweet and tangy. It features a perfect blend of sweet and tangy and both flavors complement each other wonderfully in this chocolate. On top of that, the chocolate is known for its smooth texture that resembles white chocolate but they are different in the actual taste since ruby chocolate features fruity and acidic undertones, which cannot be said for white chocolate.

Japanese Cheesecake

After you try cotton cheesecake, also known as Japanese cheesecake, you'll see why it was one of the most popular desserts among fans in 2018 and continues to be one. It tastes and feels just like the ideal fusion of cheesecake and sponge cake. You'll appreciate that this delicious cake isn't excessively sugary, unlike some cakes. It is simply divine when fluffy cake and slightly tangy cream cheese are combined.

There are several notable distinctions between Japanese cheesecake and American or New York-style cheesecake. The primary distinction is that there is no crust on this Japanese Jiggly cheesecake, and the end product is puffier and less dense since the egg whites are beaten to soft peaks before being mixed into the batter.

Light and unexpectedly robust, this sugary import has gained popularity among amateur bakers. Simply amazing, the jiggly cake may win over new admirers without any extra bells or whistles. It only takes a simple dusting with powdered sugar to display this lovely treat.

Shaved Ice

Japanese shaved ice, or kakigori, is the one food that you simply must have during the sweltering Japanese summer. Specialized equipment is used to shave blocks of ice into fine flakes, which are then topped with flavorings such as condensed milk, sweet matcha (strong green tea), sweetened beans, or strawberry or melon syrup.

Everyone, from children to adults, enjoys a bowl of shaved ice in the searing summer heat, so it's understandable that shaved ice outlets often have large lineups during summer events like fireworks displays, and an increasing number of restaurants are including it in their summer menus.

This traditional Japanese dessert became one of the hottest desserts in 2018 and since it is so delicious and visually appealing, it is hard to question that.

Vegan Desserts

Since many people have openly and widely embraced veganism, the vegan diet has been and still is one of the hot topics on the internet and in the food industry. This diet focuses on the inclusion of foods based on plants, such as veggies, grains, fruits, and nuts, among other foods that are made with plants. It also prohibits the consumption of animal-based foods like meat, dairy, and protein powders derived from animals like whey or casein.

Since veganism has become super popular, it is no wonder that desserts featuring foods that fall under the vegan diet have also gained a lot of attention in recent times. The most vegan desserts during the year 2018 and currently are vegan cookies and bars, vegan brownies, oatmeal bites, vegan chocolate, dairy-free tarts, and more. The list is endless and in today's world, you can easily find the vegan version of your favorite dessert in seconds.

Vinegar Pie

Although it sounds like an unusual combination or a recipe for failure, this pie is a hit among fans. Vinegar pie is a traditional pie that has a creamy crust, a custardy core, and a subtle tart-sweet flavor balance. If you didn't know vinegar is used as a flavoring in this pie, you wouldn't be able to tell that it tastes that nice.

Because vinegar pies are made using inexpensive pantry ingredients, they are often referred to as desperation pies, along with chess pie, buttermilk pie, and green tomato pie. The main reason this pie was so popular during the Great Depression was its affordability and excellent flavor, despite its simple preparation.