# What You'll Need:
→ 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
# Step-by-Step:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if desired) using a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and aerated.
02 - With a spatula, evenly spread the whipped cream cheese onto a clean large serving board or platter, creating decorative swirls for appealing texture.
03 - Arrange the mixed fresh berries attractively over the cream cheese layer.
04 - Scatter chopped toasted nuts, mini chocolate chips, granola (if preferred), and dried rose petals (if using) across the surface.
05 - Lightly drizzle extra honey or maple syrup over the assembled board.
06 - Garnish generously with torn fresh mint leaves.
07 - Present immediately with slices of toasted baguette or brioche provided for dipping and spreading.
