Butter Board Dessert Version (Print)
Shareable cream cheese board with berries, nuts, and sweet touches. Great for dessert tables and casual entertaining.
# Ingredients:
→ 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 torn fresh mint leaves
→ To Serve
11 - 1 French baguette or brioche loaf, sliced and lightly toasted
12 - Extra honey or maple syrup, for drizzling
# Instructions:
01 - Beat the softened cream cheese with honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using) in a medium bowl until smooth and fluffy.
02 - Evenly spread the whipped cream cheese onto a clean, large serving board or platter, adding texture with gentle swirling.
03 - Arrange mixed fresh berries attractively over the cream cheese base.
04 - Sprinkle with chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips or shavings, granola if desired, and dried rose petals.
05 - Lightly drizzle extra honey or maple syrup across the assembled board.
06 - Scatter torn mint leaves for a fresh finish.
07 - Present immediately with toasted baguette or brioche slices for dipping and spreading.
# Pro Tips:
01 -
- Fast to prepare for any dessert spread
- Customizable toppings for everyone's taste
02 -
- Contains dairy, nuts, and gluten ingredients so check labels for allergies
- Can be made vegan with plant-based cream cheese and maple syrup
03 -
- Add orange zest or a pinch of cinnamon to the cream cheese for extra flavour
- Swap berries for sliced stone fruit or figs to suit the season