Origins of Popular Desserts Quiz

Who is credited with inventing instant custard powder?

• Alfred Byrd

• Mary Queen of Scots

• Catherine de Medici

• William Lawrence

Which ancient civilization is believed to have started the practice of flavoring crushed ice?

• Romans

• Greeks

• Asians

• Egyptians

What was the original purpose of rice pudding?

• A wedding treat

• A medicinal remedy

• A savory dish

• A dessert for the rich

Which monarch is associated with the creation of shortbread?

• Queen Victoria

• Queen Elizabeth I

• Mary Queen of Scots

• Catherine the Great

What was the original use of gelatin in the 1400s?

• Beverages

• Sweet desserts

• Medicinal purposes

• Savory dishes

Which dessert is named after a Russian ballerina?

• Macaron

• Apple Pie

• Pavlova

• Cheesecake

What ingredient was swapped out for shredded coconut in macaroons?

• Almond paste

• Wheat flour

• Oatmeal

• Rice flour

Where is the first cheesecake believed to have been made?

• Germany

• Greece

• France

• Italy

What was the first recorded apple pie recipe combined with?

• Honey and almonds

• Berries and cream

• Raisins, figs, and pears

• Chocolate and nuts

Which dessert was considered a sign of wealth due to its complex preparation?

• Shortbread

• Custard

• Gelatin

• Rice pudding