Seasonal Ingredients and Flavors—Incorporating seasonality into desserts with flavors like rhubarb, lavender, peach, mint, apple, pumpkin pie spice, and peppermint is a smart strategy for making desserts and sweet snacks more interesting. This works particularly well with ice cream and newly trendy soft serve.
Savory Touches—Herbs such as basil, lemon thyme, and bay leaves; touches of spiciness with ginger and chile; vegetables including sweet potatoes, avocado, and beets; alcohol such as whiskey; and of course bacon have all made their way into desserts.