# 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 brioche loaf, sliced and lightly toasted
12 - Extra honey or maple syrup, for drizzling
# Directions:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using) until smooth and fluffy using a hand mixer or whisk.
02 - Use a spatula to evenly spread the whipped cream cheese onto a clean, large serving board or platter, creating swirls for visual texture.
03 - Arrange mixed fresh berries attractively on top of the cream cheese layer.
04 - Sprinkle chopped toasted pistachios or almonds, mini chocolate chips or shavings, granola, and dried edible rose petals (if using) over the berries.
05 - Drizzle the board lightly with extra honey or maple syrup.
06 - Scatter torn fresh mint leaves over the board and serve immediately with toasted bread or brioche slices for dipping and spreading.
