Save A delightful, shareable dessert twist on the trendy butter board featuring whipped flavoured cream cheese, fresh berries, and sweet toppings. Perfect for gatherings this treat is both beautiful and delicious.
I first made this dessert version of the butter board for a weekend brunch with friends and it was a hit. Everyone loved building their own sweet bite and the colorful berries made it the centerpiece 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
- Whip the 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.
- Add Berries:
- Arrange the mixed berries attractively over the cream cheese layer.
- Sprinkle Toppings:
- Sprinkle with chopped nuts chocolate chips granola (if using) and dried rose petals.
- Drizzle:
- 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 We enjoyed making this together as a family letting the kids choose their favorite toppings to add to the board. It quickly became our new go-to for festive weekends.
Required Tools
You'll need a large serving board or platter a mixing bowl a hand mixer or whisk a spatula and a bread knife to prepare and serve this dessert.
Nutritional Information
Each serving without bread provides approximately 180 calories 10 g total fat 18 g carbohydrates and 4 g protein making it a lighter option for dessert.
Serving Suggestions
Try pairing this butter board dessert with a sparkling Moscato or rosé to complement the fresh berries and creamy cheese. Alternate fruits like sliced stone fruit or figs work beautifully too.
Save A butter board dessert makes entertaining easy and interactive with minimal fuss. Serve it fresh and watch guests gather around for every sweet bite.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use plain cream cheese instead of flavored?
Yes, simply mix in honey, vanilla, and lemon zest to create the flavor base yourself.
- → What breads work best for dipping?
Baguette slices and brioche are recommended for their texture, but any soft or toasted bread works well.
- → How do I make this vegan?
Substitute plant-based cream cheese and maple syrup for honey to create a vegan-friendly version.
- → Can I prepare the board ahead of time?
It's best assembled just before serving to keep ingredients fresh, but cream cheese base can be prepared in advance.
- → Are there alternative toppings I can try?
Yes, swap berries for stone fruits or figs, and experiment with nuts, chocolate, or edible flowers for variation.
- → Is this suitable for children?
Absolutely! Use a nut-free option if needed to accommodate allergies for children.