Whipped cream cheese topped with berries, nuts, and chocolate; perfect for sharing at any celebration.
# What you 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 brioche loaf, sliced and lightly toasted
12 - Extra honey or maple syrup, for drizzling
# How to Make It:
01 - Beat the softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest in a medium mixing bowl until whipped and smooth.
02 - Using a spatula, evenly spread the whipped cream cheese onto a large, clean serving board or platter, swirling for decorative texture.
03 - Arrange the mixed berries attractively over the cream cheese layer.
04 - Sprinkle chopped nuts, chocolate chips, granola, and rose petals over the berries to evenly distribute.
05 - Lightly drizzle with extra honey or maple syrup and garnish with torn mint leaves.
06 - Present the board immediately with toasted bread slices or brioche for dipping and spreading.
