A whimsical dessert tray featuring crown cookies, white chocolate mousse, and fresh berries in a royal presentation.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Sugar Cookies
01 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Royal icing for decoration
09 - Edible gold or pearl sprinkles (optional)
→ White Chocolate Mousse
10 - 1 cup white chocolate, chopped
11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 - 1 1/4 cups heavy cream, divided
13 - 2 large egg yolks
14 - 2 tablespoons sugar
15 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Berry Jewels
16 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
17 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
18 - 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
# Directions:
01 - Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Beat butter and sugar until fluffy, then add egg and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients until dough forms. Divide dough, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F. Roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness on floured surface. Cut crown shapes and place on lined baking sheets. Bake 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool and decorate with royal icing and optional edible sprinkles.
02 - Melt white chocolate and butter in heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Whisk egg yolks and sugar over low heat until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Combine egg mixture with chocolate and let cool. Whip 1 cup heavy cream to stiff peaks and gently fold into chocolate mixture. Chill mousse at least 2 hours before serving.
03 - Arrange crown cookies on a serving tray. Spoon or pipe white chocolate mousse into small glasses or bowls and garnish with berries. Scatter remaining berries around cookies and mousse to create a jeweled effect.
