Save An elegant and vibrant assortment of spring-inspired desserts featuring edible flowers, perfect for entertaining or as a stunning centerpiece at any gathering.
This dessert tray has become my go-to for spring gatherings because it never fails to impress guests with its beauty and flavor.
Ingredients
- Edible Flower Shortbread Cookies: 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter softened, 2/3 cup (80 g) powdered sugar, 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, 1/4 tsp salt, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/4 cup assorted edible flowers (e.g., violets, pansies, nasturtiums)
- Lemon-Flower Mini Cakes: 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar, 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter softened, 2 large eggs, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1/2 tsp baking powder, Pinch of salt, 1/4 cup edible flower petals for garnish
- Honey Yogurt Parfaits: 2 cups (500 g) Greek yogurt, 3 tbsp honey, 1/2 cup granola, 1/2 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), 1/4 cup edible flowers (e.g. chamomile, rose petals) for topping
Instructions
- Shortbread Cookies:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cream butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy. Mix in vanilla. Sift in flour and salt mixing until the dough forms. Roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into shapes. Gently press edible flowers onto cookies. Bake 1012 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely.
- Lemon-Flower Mini Cakes:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin. Beat butter and sugar until light. Add eggs one at a time. Stir in lemon juice and zest. Sift in flour baking powder and salt. Mix to combine. Divide batter among muffin cups. Bake 1215 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool and garnish with edible flower petals.
- Honey Yogurt Parfaits:
- Layer Greek yogurt honey and granola in small serving glasses. Top with fresh berries and edible flowers.
- Assembly:
- Arrange cookies mini cakes and parfaits artfully on a large tray. Garnish with additional edible flowers if desired. Serve immediately.
Save This dessert tray always brings a smile at family gatherings especially when the kids spot their favorite flower cookies.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls Electric mixer Baking sheet and parchment paper Rolling pin and cookie cutters Mini muffin tin Serving tray Parfait glasses or small bowls
Allergen Information
Contains dairy eggs gluten (wheat) and possible tree nuts (in granola) Check all flower sources and granola ingredients for allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 390 Total Fat 19 g Carbohydrates 49 g Protein 8 g per serving
Save Enjoy this beautiful dessert with loved ones and savor the flavors of spring in every bite.