Fluffy cream cheese spread, vibrant berries, and sweet accents for a festive, shareable treat at gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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 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 used) until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or whisk.
02 - Using a spatula, evenly spread the whipped flavoured cream cheese over a clean, large serving board or platter, creating decorative swirls for visual appeal.
03 - Arrange the mixed berries attractively on top of the cream cheese layer.
04 - Sprinkle chopped toasted nuts, mini chocolate chips, granola (if using), and dried rose petals evenly over the berry layer.
05 - Drizzle the surface lightly with extra honey or maple syrup for added sweetness.
06 - Finish with torn mint leaves scattered over the board.
07 - Present immediately with toasted bread or brioche slices arranged for dipping and spreading.
