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Whipped cream cheese with berries, nuts, and sweet toppings on bread for delightful sharing.
# 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 loaf of brioche, sliced and lightly toasted
12 - Extra honey or maple syrup, for drizzling
# Directions:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and optional lemon zest until completely smooth and fluffy.
02 - Using a spatula, evenly spread the whipped cream cheese mixture over a large serving board or platter, swirling for decorative texture.
03 - Arrange the mixed fresh berries attractively across the cream cheese surface.
04 - Sprinkle chopped toasted nuts, mini chocolate chips or shavings, granola if desired, and dried rose petals across the top.
05 - Finish with a light drizzle of extra honey or maple syrup over the toppings.
06 - Scatter torn fresh mint leaves on top and serve immediately with toasted bread or brioche slices for dipping and spreading.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Quick to prepare & beautiful presentation
- Customizable with favorite fruit & toppings
02 -
- Contains dairy, nuts (if using), & gluten if serving with regular bread
- Easily make vegan and gluten-free with substitutions
03 -
- Try a touch of orange zest or cinnamon in the cream cheese for extra flavor
- Swap berries for sliced stone fruit or figs in season