ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Petit four

Okay kiddo, have you ever had a tiny little cake that's just big enough to fit in your mouth? That's called a petit four.

It's a French word that means "small oven," because they used to be made in tiny ovens.

Petit fours are like mini cakes, but they're usually fancier and more decorative. Sometimes they're shaped like little rectangles or squares, and they're decorated with things like frosting, sugar flowers, or tiny pieces of fruit.

They're often served at special occasions, like weddings or fancy parties, since they're so cute and fancy-looking. But you can also make them at home if you want to impress your family or friends!