Fluffy cream cheese base, fresh berries, sweet garnishes, and toasted bread bring a lively dessert to any table.
# 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 loaf of brioche, sliced and lightly toasted
12 - Extra honey or maple syrup, for drizzling
# Directions:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whip the softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using) with a hand mixer or whisk until light and smooth.
02 - With a spatula, evenly spread the whipped cream cheese onto a large serving board or platter, using gentle swirling motions for decorative texture.
03 - Arrange the assorted berries across the cream cheese layer, distributing them for balanced color and flavor.
04 - Sprinkle the nuts, chocolate chips or shavings, granola (if using), and dried rose petals over the berries.
05 - Lightly drizzle additional honey or maple syrup across the surface.
06 - Scatter torn mint leaves as a garnish. Present immediately with toasted bread or brioche slices for dipping and spreading.
