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Whipped cream cheese board with berries, nuts, chocolate, and brioche. Ideal for easy, shareable sweet gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Flavoured Cream Cheese

01 - 8 ounces 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

# Method:

01 - Beat softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using) in a medium mixing bowl until smooth and fluffy.
02 - With a spatula, spread the whipped cream cheese evenly onto a large, clean serving board or platter, swirling for visual appeal.
03 - Scatter the mixed berries evenly over the cream cheese layer.
04 - Sprinkle chopped nuts, chocolate chips, granola (if using), and dried rose petals on top.
05 - Drizzle lightly with extra honey or maple syrup.
06 - Top with torn fresh mint leaves for a vibrant finish.
07 - Present immediately with toasted bread or brioche slices for dipping and spreading.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fun, eye-catching dessert for group celebrations
  • Easy to customize with your favourite toppings
02 -
  • Contains dairy, nuts (if using pistachios/almonds) and gluten (when served with regular bread)
  • Use plant-based cream cheese and maple syrup for a vegan option
03 -
  • Try orange zest or a pinch of cinnamon in the cream cheese for extra flavour
  • Swap berries for figs or stone fruit in season for a different twist
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