Whether panna cotta, Bavarian crème or layered dessert, desserts only really come into their own when they are served in the right glasses. At LUSINI, you will discover a large selection of dessert glasses in many different designs.

Large or small dessert glasses: what should I look out for when choosing?

Choosing the right dessert glasses always depends on the desserts you want to serve. Large and wide dessert glasses with a large capacity are ideal for ice cream specialties, for example, or you can buy suitable ice cream cups. However, the trend is to choose small dessert glasses. This allows small delicacies to be presented in style at the end of a meal and served to guests. Mini dessert glasses are also ideal for buffets when different variations of a layered dessert are offered or if you want to give your guests the opportunity to try many different specialties at the end of a dinner. Regardless of the size of the dessert glass, what all variants have in common is that they are sufficiently wide open at the top. This makes it easier for your guests to simply enjoy the dessert with a spoon. However, if pastries are served with dessert, dessert plates together with dessert forks are often the better and more elegant choice. Another alternative to classic dessert glasses are swing-top glasses. These can be used to prepare desserts and store them sealed in cold storage.

Important differences in the design and finish of dessert glasses at a glance

Dessert glasses are available in many different designs. You can look out for these when buying dessert glasses:

thick-walled or thin-walled glassware: Thick-walled dessert glasses are more stable and robust. There are tempered glasses, which are less sensitive to temperature fluctuations, e.g. when cold ice cream, granités or sorbets are poured in. Thin-walled dessert glasses are characterized by their elegant appearance and are perfect for light creams or fruity desserts.
double-walled or single-walled: Double-walled dessert glasses are always a good choice if you are serving hot or very cold desserts. This allows your guests to touch the glass without any problems. In addition, the temperature of the food is better maintained in double-walled glasses.
round or conical: Tapered dessert glasses make it easier for your guests to enjoy dessert with a dessert spoon. These dessert glasses often look like classic drinking glasses or whiskey glasses, with the difference that they have a smaller capacity.

Dessert glasses with a foot - the elegant option for fine desserts

Dessert glasses with a stem and foot make a particularly elegant impression. They are ideal for ice cream dishes or desserts that are served in layers. This is because the base makes the entire dessert bowl taller, allowing the carefully draped dessert to be seen through the glass wall. Ice cream bowls with handles are true classics of table culture. They are also known as coupe or cup.

Are there different glasses for different desserts?

You don't need a different glass for every dessert. However, some glassware suits desserts better. For example, semi-frozen or frozen desserts are better served in thick-walled dessert glasses, while fine creams can be served in equally fine glassware. A conical dessert glass is ideal for a layered dessert, as this makes it easier to fill the individual layers.

Practical tips: The best way to fill dessert glasses with your dessert

Dessert glasses have different volumes depending on the design. A volume of 100 milliliters is recommended for a single portion. Mini dessert glasses, on the other hand, have a much smaller capacity. We recommend using a funnel or piping bag for filling creams. This will prevent the rim from smearing before the dessert is filled. The glass should only be filled three quarters full. This way, your guests can spoon up the dessert without liquid creams or sauces running over the rim.

Can I also use dessert glasses for other dishes?

Many dessert glasses can also be used for starters or amuse-bouches. You can serve small canapés, layered salads or couscous in them. Depending on the glass, they are also suitable as a small water glass for espresso or flying buffets.

Cleaning dessert glasses - this is important

For easy handling and cleaning, you should make sure that your dessert glasses are suitable for the dishwasher. You will find the necessary cleaning instructions in the product description of our glasses. Buy dessert glasses online now - large selection and excellent quality at LUSINI!