# Ingredient List:
→ Lemon Star Shortbread
01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
04 - Zest of 1 lemon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Galaxy Mousse Cups
06 - 1 cup heavy cream
07 - 4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
08 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
09 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - Blue and purple food coloring
11 - Edible gold stars (optional)
→ Chocolate Comet Truffles
12 - 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
13 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
14 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
15 - 1/4 cup cocoa powder
16 - Edible shimmer dust (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add lemon zest and salt. Gradually mix in flour until a soft dough forms. Roll dough to a 1/4-inch thickness and cut into star shapes. Arrange on parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12 to 14 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely.
02 - Melt chocolate over simmering water and allow to cool slightly. Whip heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Fold melted chocolate gently into whipped cream. Divide mousse into two portions, tint one with blue and the other with purple food coloring. Layer colored mousse into mini cups, swirling gently for a galaxy effect. Chill for at least 1 hour. Optionally, top with edible gold stars.
03 - Heat cream and butter until simmering. Pour over chopped chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes. Stir smooth and chill until firm, about 1 hour. Scoop and roll into small balls, dusting with cocoa powder and edible shimmer dust if desired.
04 - Arrange star shortbread, galaxy mousse cups, and comet truffles on a large serving platter. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
