Fluffy cream cheese, fresh berries, nuts, and sweet touches served board-style for lively sharing.
# Components:
→ Flavoured Cream Cheese
01 - 8 oz 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 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
# Directions:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using) until the mixture is smooth and airy.
02 - Using a spatula, evenly spread the whipped cream cheese onto a large, clean serving board or platter, forming decorative swirls for visual appeal.
03 - Distribute the mixed berries attractively over the cream cheese layer, ensuring even coverage.
04 - Sprinkle the chopped toasted nuts, mini chocolate chips, granola (if using), and dried rose petals over the berries.
05 - Lightly drizzle additional honey or maple syrup atop the assembled toppings.
06 - Scatter torn fresh mint leaves for a fragrant finish. Present immediately with toasted bread slices or brioche for dipping and spreading.
