Save A delightful, shareable dessert twist on the trendy butter board, featuring whipped flavoured cream cheese, fresh berries, and sweet toppings & perfect for gatherings.
I first tried creating a butter board dessert for a weekend brunch with friends. Everyone loved swirling the sweet cream cheese onto warm brioche and adding their favorite toppings.
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Ingredients
- Flavoured Cream Cheese: 250 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened, 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, zest of 1 small lemon (optional)
- Toppings: 150 g (1 cup) mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries), 2 tbsp chopped toasted pistachios or almonds, 1 tbsp dried edible rose petals (optional), 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips or shavings, 2 tbsp granola (optional), 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn
- To Serve: 1 French baguette or loaf of brioche, sliced and lightly toasted, extra honey or maple syrup, for drizzling
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Instructions
- Make Cream Cheese Mix:
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using) until smooth and fluffy.
- Spread Cream Cheese:
- Using a spatula, spread the flavoured cream cheese evenly onto a clean, large serving board or platter, swirling for texture.
- Add Fruit:
- Arrange the mixed berries attractively over the cream cheese layer.
- Add Toppings:
- Sprinkle with chopped nuts, chocolate chips, granola (if using), and dried rose petals.
- Sweeten:
- Drizzle lightly with extra honey or maple syrup.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with torn mint leaves.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately with toasted bread slices or brioche for dipping and spreading.
Save Sharing this butter board dessert with my family was a hit at Sunday dinner. My kids loved customizing their own pieces with extra chocolate chips and berries.
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Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, mixing bowl, hand mixer or whisk, spatula, bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cream cheese), nuts (if using pistachios/almonds), and gluten (if serving with regular bread)
Nutritional Information
Per serving, without bread: Calories 180, Total Fat 10 g, Carbohydrates 18 g, Protein 4 g
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This simple dessert always wins smiles and brings everyone together at the table. Enjoy creating your own toppings combinations.
Recipe FAQ
- → What cream cheese works best for the board?
Softened, full-fat or light cream cheese provides optimal texture for easy spreading and fluffy consistency.
- → Can I substitute berries with other fruits?
Yes! Try sliced stone fruit, figs, or even pomegranate seeds as vibrant, seasonal alternatives.
- → Is it possible to make this vegan-friendly?
Use plant-based cream cheese and opt for maple syrup or agave to keep the dish entirely vegan.
- → What bread pairs best for dipping?
French baguette or soft brioche both work well, ideally sliced and lightly toasted for texture.
- → How far ahead can I prepare the spread?
The cream cheese mixture can be prepared several hours in advance; assemble toppings just before serving.
- → Are there nut-free options?
Omit nuts and use seeds like sunflower or pumpkin for crunch without allergens.
