Spring Flower Dessert Tray (Printable Version)

A vibrant platter featuring shortbread, mini cakes, and parfaits adorned with fresh edible blooms.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 tsp salt
05 - 1 tsp 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 tbsp lemon juice
12 - 1 tsp lemon zest
13 - 1/2 tsp 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 tbsp 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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cream butter and powdered sugar until fluffy, then mix in vanilla. Sift in flour and salt; combine to form dough. Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into shapes. Press edible flowers onto cookies gently. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool completely.
02 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease 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 until combined. Portion batter into muffin cups. Bake 12–15 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool and garnish with edible flower petals.
03 - Layer Greek yogurt, honey, and granola in serving glasses. Top with fresh berries and edible flowers.
04 - Arrange shortbread cookies, mini cakes, and parfaits on a large tray. Garnish with additional edible flowers if desired. Serve promptly.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Elegant and vibrant presentation
  • Perfect for entertaining or centerpieces
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 to avoid bruising
  • Chill parfaits thoroughly for best texture
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