Fluffy cream cheese topped with berries, nuts, and chocolate creates a festive, shareable sweet treat.
# 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
# Directions:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using) until smooth and fluffy.
02 - With a spatula, evenly spread the whipped cream cheese over a clean, large serving board or platter, using swirling motions for texture.
03 - Arrange mixed fresh berries artfully on top of the cream cheese layer.
04 - Sprinkle chopped nuts, chocolate chips or shavings, granola (if desired), and dried rose petals evenly across the surface.
05 - Drizzle lightly with extra honey or maple syrup as desired.
06 - Finish with torn fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately with toasted bread or brioche slices for dipping and spreading.
