If the classic frangipane remains the undisputed star, many variations are now appearing on our tables. Chocolate, praline or fruit pancakes, artisan pastry chefs compete with their imagination to surprise consumers. The opportunity to discover new flavors while celebrating Kings Day.
Sébastien Bouillet: a Tatin-style pancake
No need to look far to find an atypical pancake. Sébastien Bouillet reinvents the galette des rois with a daring creation, the Tatin-style galette. This dessert combines crispy puff pastry with delicately golden caramelized apples, which recall the flavors of the famous tarte Tatin. Halfway between tradition and innovation, this cake offers a gourmet and unique experience, appealing to fans of authentic pastries as well as those wishing to discover new flavors. It has also become the second best-selling cake after frangipane.
Maison Sève: the exceptional cake
The Maison Sève is recognized for offering one of the most prestigious king cakes in the world, praised by experts such as Pierre Hermé, Le Monde and the New York Times. The cake is distinguished by a layer of Echiré butter, a frangipane with Spanish almonds and a glazed chestnut syrup icing, guaranteeing a perfect texture. Every year, between January 2 and 31, more than 20,000 handcrafted pancakes delight gourmets and even travel internationally. In addition to the classic version, variations with red pralines or chocolate allow the most curious to discover new flavors.
Délices des Sens: bold pancakes
For the more daring, some cakes venture into alcoholic areas. This is particularly the case with Delights of the Senseswhere their specialty is based on almond cream flavored with powerful rum, wrapped in fine, caramelized puff pastry. Perfect for lovers of intense flavors. To vary the pleasures, the house also offers original creations such as hazelnut-lemon, fresh and tangy, or caramel-mandarin. A gourmet experience that promises to delight all palates… adults of course!
Grains de Sucres: tasty and refined pancakes
Sugar grains seduces pancake lovers with three irresistible variations: frangipane, praline and chestnut. But the star remains their chestnut galette, a gourmet recipe that leaves no one indifferent. With its crispy flakiness and rich flavors, it promises a unique and memorable tasting every year. The bakery offers an ideal address for those looking for a pancake that is both authentic and original. While adding a Lyon touch to his creations.
Pignol: respect for tradition
Finally, to return to a more classic spirit, it is natural to conclude with the frangipane pancake. At the house of Pignolthe galette des rois seduces with its “lightness” and its “perfect balance” between softness and almond flavor. Their classic version remains a must. Popular for its frangipane pancakes, Maison Pignol does not hesitate, like other bakeries, to explore new flavors and reinvent the queens of Epiphany.
