Fluffy cream cheese, fresh berries, and sweet toppings create a vibrant, easy platter for sharing with friends.
# 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
# Steps to follow:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using) until smooth and fluffy using a hand mixer or whisk.
02 - With a spatula, evenly spread the whipped cream cheese onto a clean, large serving board or platter, swirling for decorative texture.
03 - Distribute mixed berries attractively over the cream cheese layer.
04 - Sprinkle the surface with chopped nuts, chocolate chips or shavings, granola (if using), and rose petals.
05 - Drizzle extra honey or maple syrup lightly over assembled toppings.
06 - Finish by scattering torn mint leaves across the board.
07 - Present immediately with toasted bread slices or brioche for dipping and spreading.
