Perfect Pairings & Recipes for
Fromage Blanc
Analysing hundreds of thousands of recipes uncovers fromage blanc's optimal flavour pairings.
Fromage blanc is defined by the unmistakable flavours of lactic acid and milk, but beneath its sourness lies a complex symphony of subtle flavour notes, such as butter, sugar, and butyric acid, that give it remarkable depth. The key to finding the perfect pairing for fromage blanc is understanding how these notes harmonise.
To map these harmonies, we analysed thousands of ingredients, breaking each one down across 150 flavour dimensions, identifying which notes complement and contrast. Our analysis reveals, for example, how almond flour's amygdaline tones ground fromage blanc, and how almond extract's amygdaline notes create a surprising synergy with its creamy tanginess.
Flavour Profile Of Fromage Blanc Across 150 Dimensions Of Flavour
An ingredient's flavour profile is determined by its core characteristics (e.g. acidic, nectarous, and floral) enhanced by layers of subtle aroma notes (outer bars). When pairing ingredients, aim for a mix of core traits to build balance, and select complementary aroma notes to create harmony.
The Art of Flavour Pairing
To understand exactly which flavours harmonise, we compiled a database of over 50,000 ingredient pairings commonly used in cooking. We then analysed these pairings, identifying the specific flavour notes that frequently appear together.
Our analysis reveals a strong connection between lactic acid and almond flavours. Since fromage blanc has a distinct lactic acid flavour, try pairing it with the almond flavours of almond extract.
The recipe below provides inspiration for pairing fromage blanc with almond extract.
Harmonious Flavours Of Fromage Blanc
Just as our analysis reveals that lactic acid and almond flavours often complement each other, we can identify the full profile of flavours that harmonise with each of the flavours present in fromage blanc. For instance, the milky notes of fromage blanc are strongly associated with burnt and sugary notes.
The aroma notes complementing the various aroma accents of fromage blanc can be seen highlighted in the pink bars below.
Flavour Profile Of Fromage Blanc And Its Complementary Flavour Notes
Matching Flavour Profiles
The flavour profile of almond flour offers many of the notes complementary to fromage blanc, including almond and hazelnut aroma accents. Because the flavour profile of almond flour has many of the of the features that are complementary to fromage blanc, they are likely to pair very well together.
Prominent Flavour Notes Of Almond Flour Are Represented By Longer Bars
The chart above shows the unique profile of almond flour across 150 dimensions of flavour, while the recipes below offer inspiration for bringing these flavours together with fromage blanc.
Recipes That Pair Fromage Blanc With Almond Flour
Linked Flavour Notes
Looking at the accents that are most strongly associated with the various flavours of fromage blanc, we can identify other ingredients that are likely to pair well.
The Flavour Notes That Harmonise With Fromage Blanc And The Ingredients That Share Some Of These Notes
Fromage blanc's Strongest Flavours
Complementary Flavours
Ingredients with Complementary Flavours
Flavour groups:
Nectarous
Acidic
Herbal
Spice
Maillard
Earthy
Carnal
The left side of the chart above highlights the aroma notes of fromage blanc, along with the complementary aromas associated with each note. While the right side shows some of the ingredients that share many of the aromas complementary to fromage blanc.
What To Drink With Fromage Blanc
The almond notes in frangelico make it a perfect pairing with fromage blanc. Likewise, the almond flavours in amaretto liqueur create a match made in heaven. Explore a variety of ingredients below that beautifully complement the unique character of fromage blanc below.
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