Fluffy cream cheese, berries, nuts, and chocolate served for dipping with toasted bread.
# Components:
→ Flavoured Cream Cheese
01 - 8 oz (250 g) cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
03 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
04 - Zest of 1 small lemon (optional)
→ Toppings
05 - 1 cup (150 g) mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
06 - 2 tbsp chopped toasted pistachios or almonds
07 - 1 tbsp dried edible rose petals (optional)
08 - 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings
09 - 2 tbsp granola (optional)
10 - 1 tbsp 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
# Method:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until the mixture is smooth and fluffy using a hand mixer or whisk.
02 - Spread the whipped cream cheese evenly across a clean, large serving board or platter using a spatula, swirled for decorative texture.
03 - Arrange mixed berries attractively over the cream cheese base.
04 - Sprinkle chopped toasted nuts, chocolate chips or shavings, granola, and dried rose petals across the surface.
05 - Lightly drizzle extra honey or maple syrup over the toppings.
06 - Scatter torn mint leaves for a fresh aroma.
07 - Present immediately with toasted sliced baguette or brioche for dipping and spreading.
