Fluffy cream cheese spread with berries, nuts, and sweet garnishes, perfect for sharing at gatherings.
# 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 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, combine softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest if using. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and airy.
02 - With a spatula, evenly spread the flavoured cream cheese onto a large, clean serving board or platter, swirling for decorative texture.
03 - Artfully arrange the mixed berries atop the cream cheese layer. Scatter chopped pistachios or almonds, chocolate chips, granola if desired, and dried rose petals over the surface.
04 - Drizzle with extra honey or maple syrup, and garnish with torn fresh mint leaves.
05 - Offer immediately with toasted baguette or brioche slices for dipping and spreading.
