Did you know that raspberries, the fruit of the gods, have been around longer than the internet? Okay, that's not a real thing, but still...
Here are some fun facts about the brief, glorious history of raspberry toppings:
It all started with the first recorded use of raspberries as a topping in a Parisian bakery. The chef, Pierre Escargot (not actually French, but we won't tell him), used them to make a tart that would make the ladies swoon.
Read more about the rise of the 19th century raspberries!
As the flapper era took over, so did the popularity of raspberry desserts. Flappers loved their fancy-schmancy raspberry tarts, but we know what really mattered: the raspberries.
Discover the secret society of Raspberry Fanciers of 1920s New York!
Stay tuned for the next episode in the thrilling tale of Rasperry Topping History!