alette

/ɑːˈlɛt/

Definitions

1. noun

a small pastry shell, typically filled with cream or fruit

“The dessert menu included a variety of gateaux and an elegant alette.”

2. noun

a small, usually rectangular, folded piece of pastry, typically served with a filling, as a snack

“The alette was filled with a delicious mix of cheese and herbs.”

3. noun

a thin sheet of pastry, typically used to make a galette or a quiche

“The chef expertly rolled out the dough to create a delicate alette.”

Synonyms

  • galette
  • pastry shell

Antonyms

  • biscuit
  • cake