Whipped cream cheese topped with fresh berries, nuts, and sweet garnishes. Perfect for sharing at events.
# 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 chocolate shavings
09 - 2 tablespoons granola (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, torn
→ To Serve
11 - 1 French baguette or brioche loaf, sliced and lightly toasted
12 - Extra honey or maple syrup, for drizzling
# Method:
01 - Beat cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and optional lemon zest in a mixing bowl until smooth and fluffy.
02 - Using a spatula, evenly spread the whipped cream cheese onto a large, clean serving board or platter, swirling for texture.
03 - Artfully layer the mixed berries over the cream cheese base.
04 - Sprinkle the surface with chopped nuts, chocolate chips or shavings, granola if desired, and dried rose petals.
05 - Lightly drizzle extra honey or maple syrup over the prepared board.
06 - Finish with torn mint leaves and serve immediately with toasted sliced bread or brioche for dipping and spreading.
