Patisserie · Felsted, Great Dunmow
Wood Cottage Tearoom \& Patisserie Menu & Prices
Here is what you can typically expect on the counter at Wood Cottage Tearoom \& Patisserie: 36 items across 6 sections, from pâtisserie individuelle to toasties & sandwiches.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by Wood Cottage Tearoom \& Patisserie. Always ask staff about allergens.
Pâtisserie Individuelle
- Saint-HonoréV £6.95 Puff pastry base topped with caramel-dipped choux and light Chiboust cream.
- OpéraVN £7.10 Almond joconde sponge layered with coffee buttercream and dark chocolate ganache.
- ReligieuseV £6.05 Stacked choux buns filled with coffee or chocolate cream, crowned with buttercream.
- Tarte Tatin sliceV £5.20 Caramelised upside-down apple tart on buttery puff pastry, served with crème fraîche.
- Mille-feuilleV £6.60 Caramelised puff pastry layered with vanilla crème pâtissière and feathered fondant.
- Éclair au chocolatPopularV £5.75 Choux finger filled with rich chocolate crème pâtissière and glossy fondant.
- Tarte au citronPopularV £5.15 Crisp pâte sucrée filled with sharp lemon curd and finished with torched meringue.
- Tarte aux fraisesV £5.45 Sweet pastry case with vanilla crème pâtissière and glazed fresh strawberries.
Macarons & Petits Fours
- Pâte de fruitsVGFDF £5.25 Intensely fruity jellied sweets rolled in sugar, sold by the bag.
- FinancierVN £3.40 Little almond and brown butter cake with a golden crust and moist middle.
- Single macaronPopularVGFN £2.30 One delicate almond meringue shell in a seasonal flavour such as pistachio or raspberry.
- Madeleines (bag of 6)V £5.35 Shell-shaped sponge cakes scented with lemon zest and honey.
- Canelé de BordeauxV £3.70 Caramelised fluted cake with a custardy rum and vanilla centre.
Viennoiserie
- Chausson aux pommesV £4.05 Puff pastry turnover with a soft, lightly spiced apple compote filling.
- Croissant au beurrePopularV £3.45 Classic French croissant made with AOP butter for distinct, crisp layers.
- Escargot aux raisinsV £3.95 Snail-shaped pastry rolled with crème pâtissière and plump raisins.
- Brioche feuilletéeV £3.35 Buttery laminated brioche with feathery layers and a light sugar glaze.
- Croissant aux amandesVN £3.50 Syrup-soaked croissant filled with almond cream and baked with flaked almonds.
- Pain au chocolatPopularV £3.15 Laminated dough wrapped around dark chocolate batons and baked until glossy.
- Croissant aux pistachesVN £3.95 Croissant filled with pistachio cream and finished with chopped pistachios.
Gâteaux Entiers
- Croquembouche (to order)V £147.00 Tower of cream-filled choux bound with spun caramel for celebrations.
- Bûche de Noël (seasonal)V £40.50 Rolled chocolate sponge filled with ganache and decorated as a festive log.
- Fraisier (serves 6)VN £33.50 Whole strawberry cake with vanilla mousseline and a pale green marzipan top.
- Tarte au citron (serves 8)PopularV £28.00 Large lemon tart with a crisp sweet pastry and Italian meringue peaks.
- Galette des rois (January)VN £28.00 Puff pastry pie filled with frangipane, complete with a hidden fève and crown.
Boissons
- EspressoPopularVVGGF £2.30 Short, intense shot of espresso pulled from freshly ground beans.
- Chocolat chaudVGF £4.65 Thick, velvety hot chocolate made with melted dark chocolate and whole milk.
- Thé à la mentheVVGGF £3.75 Fresh mint leaves steeped in hot water, lightly sweetened if you like.
- Citron presséVVGGF £3.55 Freshly squeezed lemon juice served with sparkling water and sugar syrup.
- Iced latteVGF £4.30 Double espresso poured over ice and cold milk for a refreshing pick-me-up.
- Café crèmePopularVGF £3.45 Smooth espresso topped with hot, lightly frothed milk in the French style.
Toasties & Sandwiches
- Halloumi wrapV £8.45 Grilled halloumi with roasted peppers, hummus and salad leaves.
- Three-cheese toastiePopularV £8.50 Cheddar, mozzarella and red Leicester melted in crisp bread with onion.
- Soup of the day with breadV £7.45 Freshly made soup served with a hunk of our crusty bread.
- Tuna melt £7.45 Tuna mayonnaise and melted Cheddar toasted on farmhouse bread.
- Club sandwich £10.50 Triple-decker with chicken, bacon, egg, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise.
Ordering tips for Wood Cottage Tearoom \& Patisserie
- 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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