Spring Flower Dessert Tray (Print Version)

Elegant tray of spring-inspired sweets with edible flowers, perfect for stylish entertaining or any gathering.

# What You'll Need:

→ Edible Flower Shortbread Cookies

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 2/3 cup powdered sugar
03 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/4 cup assorted edible flowers (e.g., violets, pansies, nasturtiums)

→ Lemon-Flower Mini Cakes

07 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
08 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
10 - 2 large eggs
11 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
12 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
13 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
14 - Pinch of salt
15 - 1/4 cup edible flower petals, for garnish

→ Honey Yogurt Parfaits

16 - 2 cups Greek yogurt
17 - 3 tablespoons honey
18 - 1/2 cup granola
19 - 1/2 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
20 - 1/4 cup edible flowers (e.g., chamomile, rose petals), for topping

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and mix. Sift in flour and salt, blending until dough forms. Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into desired shapes. Gently press edible flowers onto each cookie. Bake 10 to 12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely.
02 - Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a mini muffin tin. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, incorporating well. Stir in lemon juice and zest. Sift in flour, baking powder, and salt; mix until combined. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake 12 to 15 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool and garnish with edible flower petals.
03 - In small serving glasses, layer Greek yogurt, honey, and granola. Top with fresh mixed berries and edible flowers.
04 - Artfully arrange shortbread cookies, mini cakes, and parfaits on a large serving tray. Garnish with additional edible flowers if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Elegant and vibrant assortment of desserts
  • Perfect for entertaining or as a stunning centerpiece
02 -
  • Use only flowers labeled as edible and pesticide-free
  • Swap lemon for orange zest in cakes for a different citrus note
03 -
  • Press edible flowers gently onto dough to prevent bruising
  • Chill cookie dough before cutting for cleaner shapes
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