Charlotte

This classic molded dessert begins with a mold lined with sponge cake, ladyfingers or buttered bread. The traditional charlotte container is pail-shaped, but almost any mold is acceptable. The lined mold is then filled with layers (or a mixture) of fruit and custard or whipped cream that has been fortified with gelatin. The dessert is chilled thoroughly and unmolded before serving.

Recipes

 * Chestnut Charlotte
 * Coffee Charlotte
 * Fruit Charlotte
 * Hazelnut Charlotte
 * Ladyfinger Charlotte
 * Quick Charlotte
 * Vanilla Charlotte