Pin 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 a hit at my daughter’s birthday party, bringing smiles and a bit of magic to the celebration.
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.
Pin Our family enjoys gathering around this dessert tray, making the celebrations feel truly special and magical.
Notes
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.
Pin This princess crown dessert tray is a delightful and elegant choice for any special occasion.
Recipe Q&A
- → How do I shape the cookies into crowns?
Use a crown-shaped cookie cutter to cut the dough rolled to 1/4 inch thickness before baking for uniform, detailed shapes.
- → What is the best way to decorate the sugar cookies?
Once cooled, pipe royal icing for intricate designs and add edible gold or pearl sprinkles for a regal finish.
- → How long should the white chocolate mousse chill?
Chill the mousse for at least 2 hours to set properly for a smooth, creamy texture.
- → Can I substitute dark chocolate in the mousse?
Yes, dark or milk chocolate can replace white chocolate for a different flavor, adjusting sweetness as needed.
- → What berries work best for decorating the tray?
Fresh raspberries, blueberries, and sliced strawberries add color and tartness, enhancing the presentation and flavor.