Save A whimsical, royal-inspired dessert tray featuring crown-shaped sugar cookies, berry jewels, and creamy white chocolate mousse. Perfect for birthdays, princess parties, or any magical celebration.
This dessert tray was an instant hit at my daughter’s birthday party making everyone feel like royalty
Ingredients
- Sugar Cookies: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Royal icing for decoration Edible gold or pearl sprinkles optional
- White Chocolate Mousse: 1 cup white chocolate chopped 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 1/4 cups heavy cream divided 2 large egg yolks 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Berry Jewels: 1 cup fresh raspberries 1 cup fresh blueberries 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Sugar Cookies:
- In a bowl whisk together flour baking powder and salt. In a separate large bowl beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy Add egg and vanilla mix well. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mix until dough forms. Divide dough in half wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) Roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness on a floured surface. Cut out crown shapes using a cookie cutter Place on lined baking sheets. Bake 10 12 minutes until edges are just golden Cool completely Decorate cooled cookies with royal icing adding edible gold or pearl sprinkles for a regal touch.
- Make the White Chocolate Mousse:
- Melt white chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water Stir until smooth Remove from heat In a saucepan whisk egg yolks and sugar over low heat until slightly thickened about 2 minutes Stir egg mixture into melted chocolate Let cool Whip 1 cup heavy cream to stiff peaks Fold gently into chocolate mixture Chill mousse for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Assemble the Dessert Tray:
- Arrange crown cookies on a large serving tray Pipe or spoon white chocolate mousse into small glasses or bowls garnish with a few berries on top Scatter the berries around the cookies and mousse to resemble jeweled treasures.
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Notes
For extra sparkle use edible glitter on the cookies
Required Tools
Crown-shaped cookie cutter Electric mixer Mixing bowls Rolling pin Baking sheet and parchment paper Heatproof bowl Saucepan Piping bag optional
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten) eggs milk and may contain traces of nuts if chocolate is processed in facilities with nuts Double-check all labels for allergen safety
Save This crown dessert tray offers a perfect blend of texture and flavor for any special occasion
Kitchen Help
- → How do I shape the crown cookies?
Use a crown-shaped cookie cutter to cut the dough evenly after rolling it to 1/4 inch thickness on a floured surface.
- → Can I use a different type of chocolate for the mousse?
Yes, dark or milk chocolate can replace white chocolate for a varied flavor profile while maintaining a creamy texture.
- → What is the best way to decorate the cookies?
After baking and cooling, decorate with royal icing and add edible gold or pearl sprinkles for a regal appearance.
- → How long should the mousse chill before serving?
Chilling for at least two hours allows the mousse to set and develop its creamy consistency.
- → Are there any allergen considerations?
This preparation contains wheat, eggs, and dairy. Cross-contamination with nuts is possible depending on chocolate sources.
- → Can I prepare components ahead of time?
Cookies can be baked and decorated in advance, and mousse can be made ahead and refrigerated to save time on the day of serving.