Questions & Answers - Definition of Hippenmasse
What is Hippenmasse

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Question:

I would like to know all about hippenmasse. All I know is that it can be used for garnishing and is somewhat like tuile cookies. Is this true? How can I find more information about hippenmassee? - Erica
 

Answer:

(1)  A chef friend said that "hippenmasse" is a cookie that you fill with chocolate mousse or berries.

(2)  Hippenmasse or Hippen Paste - a German thin wafer cookie similar to a plain tuile or tulip paste, where you pipe out the batter in designs or spread the batter over a template and bake and form as required.