The Grey Stuff from Beauty and the Beast: Castle Dessert Recipe

'Try the grey stuff, it's delicious!' sings Lumière in Beauty and the Beast. Disney's official recipe for 'the grey stuff' is an elegant dessert of Oreo cream and vanilla pudding with a lavender-grey hue.

History and origin

The grey stuff is mentioned in the original 1991 film as part of the castle's lavish dinner. In the 2017 live-action remake the dessert became real: Disney created an official recipe for theme park restaurants, where it is served on china.

Key ingredients

The grey stuff recipe: vanilla pudding, whipped cream, crushed Oreo cookies (they give the grey colour), icing sugar and a drop of purple or grey food colouring. Piped onto a biscuit from a piping bag.

How to cook at home

For ideal texture mix the ingredients cold and do not over-beat — the cream should hold its shape but remain airy. Serve immediately or refrigerate for no more than 4 hours.

This recipe will transport you to the atmosphere of your favourite film or series right at your dining table.