Whipped cream cheese base with vibrant berries, sweet toppings, and toasty bread creates a shareable treat.
# What You Need:
→ Flavoured Cream Cheese
01 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
03 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
04 - Zest of 1 small lemon (optional)
→ Toppings
05 - 1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
06 - 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pistachios or almonds
07 - 1 tablespoon dried edible rose petals (optional)
08 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings
09 - 2 tablespoons granola (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, torn
→ To Serve
11 - 1 French baguette or loaf of brioche, sliced and lightly toasted
12 - Extra honey or maple syrup, for drizzling
# How to Make:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and optional lemon zest until smooth and airy using a hand mixer or whisk.
02 - Using a spatula, evenly spread the whipped cream cheese onto a large clean serving board or platter, swirling gently for visual texture.
03 - Arrange the mixed berries decoratively over the cream cheese base, distributing evenly for vibrant color.
04 - Scatter the chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips, granola, and dried rose petals (if using) across the berry layer.
05 - Drizzle lightly with extra honey or maple syrup over the assembled board.
06 - Garnish with torn fresh mint leaves to finish.
07 - Present the assembled board immediately with toasted baguette or brioche slices for dipping and spreading.
