Patisserie · Ashley, Aberdeen
Blackbird Bakery Menu & Prices
Here is what you can typically expect on the counter at Blackbird Bakery: 30 items across 5 sections, from pâtisserie individuelle to boissons.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by Blackbird Bakery. Always ask staff about allergens.
Pâtisserie Individuelle
- Paris-BrestPopularVN £7.10 Ring of choux pastry filled with praline mousseline and dusted with icing sugar.
- OpéraVN £6.85 Almond joconde sponge layered with coffee buttercream and dark chocolate ganache.
- FraisierVN £6.60 Genoise sponge, fresh strawberries and crème mousseline topped with marzipan.
- Éclair au chocolatPopularV £5.50 Choux finger filled with rich chocolate crème pâtissière and glossy fondant.
- Mille-feuilleV £5.25 Caramelised puff pastry layered with vanilla crème pâtissière and feathered fondant.
Macarons & Petits Fours
- FlorentinesVNGF £2.60 Crisp almond and candied-peel discs set on a layer of dark chocolate.
- FinancierVN £3.00 Little almond and brown butter cake with a golden crust and moist middle.
- Macarons (box of 6)PopularVGFN £10.00 Assorted almond macarons with smooth shells and ganache or buttercream fillings.
- Chocolate truffles (box of 9)VGF £13.50 Hand-rolled dark chocolate ganache truffles dusted with cocoa.
- Madeleines (bag of 6)V £5.75 Shell-shaped sponge cakes scented with lemon zest and honey.
- Canelé de BordeauxV £3.80 Caramelised fluted cake with a custardy rum and vanilla centre.
- Pâte de fruitsVGFDF £5.10 Intensely fruity jellied sweets rolled in sugar, sold by the bag.
- Single macaronPopularVGFN £2.40 One delicate almond meringue shell in a seasonal flavour such as pistachio or raspberry.
Viennoiserie
- Escargot aux raisinsV £4.00 Snail-shaped pastry rolled with crème pâtissière and plump raisins.
- Croissant au beurrePopularV £3.40 Classic French croissant made with AOP butter for distinct, crisp layers.
- Brioche feuilletéeV £3.50 Buttery laminated brioche with feathery layers and a light sugar glaze.
- Croissant aux amandesVN £4.15 Syrup-soaked croissant filled with almond cream and baked with flaked almonds.
- Pain au chocolatPopularV £3.45 Laminated dough wrapped around dark chocolate batons and baked until glossy.
- Kouign-amannV £4.25 Breton pastry of caramelised butter and sugar layers with a crackly crust.
Gâteaux Entiers
- Galette des rois (January)VN £23.50 Puff pastry pie filled with frangipane, complete with a hidden fève and crown.
- Croquembouche (to order)V £124.50 Tower of cream-filled choux bound with spun caramel for celebrations.
- Tarte aux fruits (serves 8)V £37.00 Large crème pâtissière tart crowned with glazed seasonal fruits.
- Bûche de Noël (seasonal)V £38.00 Rolled chocolate sponge filled with ganache and decorated as a festive log.
- Entremets chocolat (serves 6)PopularVN £36.50 Layered dark chocolate mousse cake with a crunchy praline base and mirror glaze.
Boissons
- EspressoPopularVVGGF £2.80 Short, intense shot of espresso pulled from freshly ground beans.
- Thé à la mentheVVGGF £3.30 Fresh mint leaves steeped in hot water, lightly sweetened if you like.
- Iced latteVGF £4.10 Double espresso poured over ice and cold milk for a refreshing pick-me-up.
- Café crèmePopularVGF £3.30 Smooth espresso topped with hot, lightly frothed milk in the French style.
- Chocolat chaudVGF £4.80 Thick, velvety hot chocolate made with melted dark chocolate and whole milk.
- Citron presséVVGGF £3.50 Freshly squeezed lemon juice served with sparkling water and sugar syrup.
Ordering tips for Blackbird Bakery
- Arrive early for the widest choice – bread and the most popular bakes often sell out by lunchtime.
- Allergen information must be available on request under UK law – ask before you buy if you have an allergy.
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