France has always been a leader in the culinary industry. They're known for their breads, cheeses, and haute cuisine, and have done more for the world of food than you can imagine.
They perfected many difficult entrees, created several types of wine and Champagne, and, most importantly, invented some of the best and most decadent desserts in the world.
From colorful macarons to light-as-air puff pastries to paper thin pancakes, here are the 27 best desserts to try while you're there.
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1. Crème brûlée
This custard based dessert is topped with a layer of crunchy caramel. The dessert is popular all over the world, but it originated in France, making it a must-try for anyone who's traveling through.
2. Profiteroles
Profiteroles are balls of flakey pastry typically filled with a sweet whipped cream, custard, or ice cream. They are served in restaurants drenched in chocolate ganache, but if you find them in bakeries they are likely to be sans chocolate.
3. Soufflé
Soufflés can be served as a savory meal or a dessert, depending on what ingredients you use. They're usually served in individual ramekins, but after you puncture the fluffy top the decadent dessert variations can be split and shared.
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