Published on March 4, 2025
Looking to discover desserts that combine originality with local ingredients? Across Québec, about twenty restaurants—proud members of the Aliments du Québec au menu program—are offering irresistible creations. From deconstructed cakes to reinvented classics, featuring terroir ingredients such as maple, sea buckthorn, serviceberries, lingonberries, and even milkcap mushrooms, each dessert is an invitation to savor the very best Québec has to offer. Indulge in these local treats—bold, creative, and delicious!
The desserts featured in this article may vary depending on the season and the chefs’ inspiration.
Capitale-Nationale
ABSINTHE FROZEN PARFAIT
A refreshing and daring experience awaits with this frozen parfait. Combining honey and wildflower absinthe from Hydromel Charlevoix with Québec apple compote, it is elevated by Mystique sparkling cider ice cream from Cidrerie du Minot. An almond mousse crowns the dessert, creating an unexpected and delicate harmony of flavors.
Lanaudière
DECONSTRUCTED RED VELVET CAKE
Dare to embrace vibrant red with this striking dessert. It features whipped house-made ricotta with dark chocolate, dehydrated mushrooms from Champimignons, and a hazelnut tuile from Vergers Le Clan for surprising textures. A balsamic white beet salsa and house-made beet butterscotch from Ferme B. Cousineau transform this dessert into a true culinary adventure.
Outaouais
POTATO BREAD PUDDING
Immerse yourself in authenticity with this comforting dessert inspired by Québec traditions. This potato bread pudding celebrates local craftsmanship and the warm spirit of Montebello, blending fresh cheese from Fromagerie de Montebello with Québec potatoes for a truly memorable indulgence.
Estrie
SUGARING SEASON DESSERTS
Experience the spirit of sugaring season with maple-centered delights. Choose the apple verrine with house-made Nammy doughnuts, the traditional maple syrup pie, or the adventurous doughnut cake with maple taffy cones and maple butter. Hard to choose—unless you can enjoy them all!
Chaudière-Appalaches
STRAWBERRY & FIR CHURROS
House-made churros coated in freeze-dried strawberry powder from Lyo & Co and fir from Épices de Cru, served with creamy Madeleine cheese from Fromagerie du Presbytère. A fir ice cream completes this fresh and woodsy dessert.
Lanaudière
STRAWBERRY & BASIL CHARLOTTE
A sponge cake from Les Moulins de Soulanges lightly soaked in syrup, topped with vanilla Bavarian cream and basil-infused whipped cream from Les Serres Gourma. Filled with strawberry jelly from Fraises Gaétan Roy and Savoura strawberries, this dessert celebrates freshness and indulgence.
Mauricie
LA GROSSE BÊTE NOIRE BROWNIE
An intense brownie made with dark chocolate from Brûlerie du Quai, wheat flour from Le P’tit Moulin, and À la Fût black beer, enhanced with vanilla extract from Berthelet. A rich treat for lovers of bold desserts.
Capitale-Nationale
LINGONBERRIES
An elegant fruit dessert featuring lingonberries from Les Airelles des Frères, paired with wild rose cream from Île aux Coudres and honey from Miel & Co for a delicate and fragrant experience.
Chaudière-Appalaches
HONEY CRÈME BRÛLÉE
A classic crème brûlée elevated with autumn flower honey from La Miellerie de Sophie. Floral sweetness enhances the creamy texture, while caramelized sugar adds irresistible crunch.
Laurentides
CHOCOLATE & HAZELNUT DACQUOISE
Made with chocolate from Palette de Bine and hazelnuts from Au jardin des noix, enhanced with maple syrup and serviceberries for a rich yet delicate balance of flavors and textures.
Montérégie
CHEESECAKE WITH YOGURT & RASPBERRIES
A fresh and creamy dessert by Daboom Desserts, balancing the tartness of raspberries with the sweetness of cheese and yogurt.
ARGOUSIER, MÉLILOT ET GIN
SEA BUCKTHORN, SWEET CLOVER & GIN
An orange-hued dessert featuring Kepler “Sous-bois” gin baba from Distillerie des Appalaches, sweet clover pannacotta, sea buckthorn jelly and sorbet, and sea buckthorn spheres created through molecular gastronomy.
Montérégie
DARK CHOCOLATE & MAPLE BUTTER CONES
Treat yourself to a sweet Maple Time moment. These chocolate-coated cones made with 100% pure maple syrup are delicately topped with fleur de sel. A nut-free and peanut-free indulgence that lets you fully savor the rich sweetness of maple. These cones are also available for purchase in various convenience stores and select grocery stores.
Montréal
REVISITED TARTE TATIN
Imagine a dessert where the sweetness of butternut squash meets boreal spices in perfect harmony. This tart features smooth fruit jellies, a fragrant crumble, and an airy sweet clover whipped cream. A maple caramel enhances the entire creation, delivering a comforting, indulgent experience full of delightful surprises.
Laurentides
SPICED MAPLE YOGURT CAKE
Let yourself be captivated by this unique cake, where maple syrup meets the warmth of gochujang — a fermented Korean chili paste — along with the sweetness of anise. It is served with ginger & maple ice cream, creating a comforting blend of sweet and spicy flavors that will awaken your taste buds.
BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHURROS
Enjoy freshly fried churros that are soft on the inside and lightly crispy on the outside, filled with a smooth butternut squash pastry cream grown in permaculture by the establishment itself. Flavored with nard des pinèdes, a boreal spice with fresh and woody notes, this warm dessert celebrates local craftsmanship and house-made expertise.
Capitale-Nationale
NAPOLÉON
Indulge in this Napoléon dessert, a true marvel of freshness and crunch. Inspired by Russian cake traditions, it layers fried wonton crisps with chiboust cream and whipped cream, elevated by fresh fruits from Île d’Orléans — strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries. A burst of textures and flavors in every bite.
Lanaudière
MAPLE MOUSSE
Be charmed by this maple mousse served in a verrine — a true tribute to Québec terroir. Each spoonful reveals creamy sweetness infused with the pure essence of maple from Érablière Gilles Parents et Filles. An irresistibly indulgent dessert.
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Montréal
MILKCAP & MAPLE CAKE
This airy, tender cake combines maple syrup with milkcap mushrooms, known for their maple-cookie-like aromas. An elegant dessert offering a surprising and refined twist on local flavors.
MAPLE SYRUP PIE
Fall for this irresistible pie featuring a sweet crust filled with a smooth blend of maple syrup and maple condensed milk from Au Pied de Cochon. It’s topped with lightly sweetened vanilla whipped cream, maple dulce de leche from Au Pied de Cochon, maple sugar crumble, and cubes of maple syrup jelly. A perfect harmony of sweetness and indulgence.
Montréal
SALTED CARAMEL CAKE
Be tempted by this house-made cake prepared with local ingredients (butter, eggs, milk, cream, flour) and dates. Served with creamy Baileys ice cream and salted butter caramel, it offers a rich, melt-in-your-mouth sweetness with every bite.
Discover the full list of restaurants that have received the Aliments du Québec au menu recognition by highlighting local products in their kitchens. There’s something for every taste and every occasion, all across the province!
