Charlotte can refer to various desserts, not just with fruit but also with chocolate or mousse. For her party, Jen prepared a chocolate charlotte instead of a fruit one.
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Dessert Structure
Charlottes usually have a layered or encased structure, often seen in the presentation. The layers of ladyfingers surrounding the mousse made the charlotte visually appealing.
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Cultural Treat
Charlottes are traditional in some cultures, especially European, often served at celebrations. For the French-themed dinner, they served an exquisite pear charlotte.