Pin 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 made this butter board dessert for a family brunch and everyone loved building their own sweet bites. The board looked so pretty that it became the highlight of our table.
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
- Prepare Cream Cheese:
- 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 on Board:
- Using a spatula, spread the flavoured cream cheese evenly onto a clean, large serving board or platter, swirling for texture.
- Arrange Berries:
- 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.
Pin We shared this butter board around the table and it sparked laughter and creative combinations as everyone made their own sweet treats.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, mixing bowl, hand mixer or whisk, spatula, bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains dairy, nuts if using pistachios or almonds, and gluten if serving with regular bread. Always check ingredient packaging for allergens and cross-contamination risk.
Nutritional Information
Per serving (without bread): Calories: 180, Total Fat: 10 g, Carbohydrates: 18 g, Protein: 4 g
Pin Serve immediately for best texture and flavor. This butter board makes dessert feel fun and interactive for everyone at the table.