Save An opulent dessert platter inspired by the sparkle and elegance of diamond engagement celebrations, featuring delicate pastries, silky creams, and jewel-like fruits.
This dessert platter always impresses guests at special occasions with its elegant appearance and delightful flavors.
Ingredients
- Mini Pastries: 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed, 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash), 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- Vanilla Cream: 1 cup whole milk, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 2 egg yolks, 1 tbsp cornstarch
- White Chocolate Diamonds: 100 g high-quality white chocolate, edible silver leaf (optional for decoration)
- Jewel Fruits: 1/2 cup raspberries, 1/2 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup pomegranate arils, 1 kiwi peeled and sliced
- Garnishes: Edible flowers (such as violets or pansies), fresh mint leaves, powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Pastries:
- Cut the puff pastry into diamond shapes. Place on the baking sheet, brush lightly with egg wash, and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden and puffed. Let cool.
- Make Vanilla Cream:
- Heat milk and vanilla in a saucepan until just simmering. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until pale. Slowly pour in the hot milk while whisking. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat, cover with plastic wrap touching the surface, and chill.
- Create White Chocolate Diamonds:
- Melt white chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water. Pour onto parchment paper and spread into a thin layer. Once slightly set but still pliable, cut into diamond shapes. Chill until firm. If desired decorate with edible silver leaf.
- Assemble Platter:
- Arrange mini puff pastry diamonds on a large platter. Pipe or spoon vanilla cream onto some pastries. Add white chocolate diamonds and scatter fruit jewels around. Garnish with edible flowers mint leaves and a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately allowing guests to mix and match the elements.
Save This platter brings families together as everyone enjoys selecting their favorite combinations at celebrations.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper, small saucepan, mixing bowls, whisk, sharp knife, piping bag (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains egg milk wheat soy (in puff pastry and chocolate). May contain traces of nuts check pastry and chocolate labels. Always verify ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 260 Total Fat 12 g Carbohydrates 34 g Protein 5 g per serving
Save This luxury dessert platter is a stunning showstopper that delights both eyes and palate.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I shape the puff pastry diamonds?
Cut the thawed puff pastry into diamond shapes using a sharp knife before baking. This creates visually appealing pieces resembling fine cuts.
- → What is the vanilla cream made of?
The vanilla cream combines milk, sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch, and vanilla extract, cooked gently until thickened and chilled before serving.
- → How can I make white chocolate diamonds?
Melt high-quality white chocolate, spread it thinly on parchment, chill until firm, then cut into diamond shapes for elegant decoration.
- → Which fruits work best as jewel accents?
Brightly colored fruits like raspberries, blueberries, pomegranate arils, and sliced kiwi create a jewel-like appearance and complement the creamy elements.
- → Can I substitute the vanilla cream with another filling?
Yes, lemon curd provides a tart contrast and works wonderfully in this dessert, balancing the sweetness of pastries and chocolate.
- → How should this platter be served?
Arrange all components on a large platter and serve immediately, allowing guests to mix pastries, cream, chocolate, and fruits as they prefer.