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.
I love making this dessert tray for special occasions to add a magical touch that delights both kids and adults alike.
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 Substitute dark or milk chocolate in the mousse if desired Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version Pair with sparkling lemonade or a fruity sparkling wine.
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.
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Recipe FAQs
- → How do I achieve the perfect cookie thickness?
Roll the dough evenly to about 1/4 inch on a floured surface to ensure cookies bake evenly and hold their shape.
- → What’s the best way to decorate the crown-shaped cookies?
Use royal icing to outline and fill the cookies, then add edible gold or pearl sprinkles for a regal touch.
- → Can I prepare the mousse in advance?
Yes, the white chocolate mousse should be chilled for at least 2 hours, and can be made a day ahead for convenience.
- → What type of berries work best as garnish?
Fresh raspberries, blueberries, and sliced strawberries provide vibrant color and a fresh, tart contrast to the creamy mousse.
- → Are there suitable substitutions for the white chocolate mousse?
Milk or dark chocolate can replace white chocolate in the mousse to vary the flavor profile without compromising texture.