Published December 16, 2015

Desserts are Following the Lead of Entrees, Emphasizing Health

Desserts are often thought of as the opposite of healthy, indulgences that will have to be worked off with gym time. However, the overall focus on healthy foods in the restaurant industry has begun to influence dessert offerings, with desserts becoming smaller, lighter, and stuffed with superfoods. Trendy fruit like acai berries, mangosteens, and goji berries are becoming more popular on dessert menus. White sugar is becoming passe, and alternative sweeteners like agave syrup and honey are rising in prominence.

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