Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

vol-au-vent

Noun

/ˌvɔː.ləʊˈvɒ̃/

Definition

A light, puff pastry shell filled with a savory or sweet mixture.

Examples

For dinner, she served vol-au-vent stuffed with creamy chicken and mushrooms.
The dessert was an elegant vol-au-vent filled with pastry cream and fresh berries.

Meaning

Vol-au-vent is a French term that translates to ‘windfall’ in English, referring to its light, airy texture. It is commonly used in culinary contexts to describe a type of pastry that is hollow inside, allowing it to be filled with various ingredients such as meats, vegetables, or creams.