Whipped cream cheese, berries, and toppings served with toasted bread for a festive, customizable shared dessert.
# 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
# Preparation Steps:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and optional lemon zest. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and airy.
02 - Using a spatula, evenly spread the whipped cream cheese onto a clean, large serving board or platter, creating gentle swirls for added texture.
03 - Distribute mixed berries attractively across the cream cheese layer.
04 - Sprinkle the surface with chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings, granola if desired, and dried rose petals.
05 - Drizzle lightly with extra honey or maple syrup.
06 - Top with torn fresh mint leaves.
07 - Serve immediately with toasted bread or brioche slices for dipping and spreading.
