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.
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
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.
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
Save 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.