Cream cheese blend layered with berries, nuts, and chocolate, served with toasted bread for easy dipping.
# 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 brioche loaf, sliced and lightly toasted
12 - Extra honey or maple syrup, for drizzling
# Method:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or whisk to beat the softened cream cheese with honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using) until light and smooth.
02 - Using a spatula, evenly spread the whipped cream cheese mixture onto a clean, large serving board or platter, creating decorative swirls for texture.
03 - Scatter mixed fresh berries across the cream cheese layer, arranging them for visual appeal.
04 - Sprinkle chopped toasted nuts, chocolate chips, granola if desired, and dried rose petals over the board.
05 - Lightly drizzle extra honey or maple syrup over the berries and toppings.
06 - Top with torn fresh mint leaves to finish.
07 - Offer immediately with toasted baguette or brioche slices for dipping and spreading.
