Pin It A delightful, shareable dessert twist on the trendy butter board featuring whipped flavoured cream cheese fresh berries and sweet toppings. Perfect for gatherings and easy to prepare.
I first tried the dessert butter board for a summer party and everyone loved making their own sweet combinations. It quickly became my go-to for an easy crowd-pleasing treat.
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 Base:
- 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 and Swirl:
- Using a spatula spread the flavoured cream cheese evenly onto a clean large serving board or platter swirling for texture.
- Layer 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.
- Drizzle and Garnish:
- Drizzle lightly with extra honey or maple syrup. Garnish with torn mint leaves.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately with toasted bread slices or brioche for dipping and spreading.
Pin It It was so fun watching my family decorate their own dessert toasts together. The kids enjoyed choosing their favorite toppings and made lasting memories.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter mixing bowl hand mixer or whisk spatula bread knife
Nutritional Information
Calories: 180 Total Fat: 10 g Carbohydrates: 18 g Protein: 4 g (per serving without bread)
Serving Suggestions
Pairs well with fruit wine or sparkling rosé for a refreshing dessert course.
Pin It This butter board dessert is the perfect way to impress guests with minimal effort. Share and enjoy every bite.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What kind of cream cheese is best?
Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture, but light or plant-based options work as a substitute.
- → Can fruit be swapped for other toppings?
Definitely. Try stone fruits, figs, or seasonal fruits for a delicious variation.
- → How to keep the board fresh at parties?
Assemble just before serving, and keep bread slices covered or lightly toasted to maintain freshness.
- → Are there vegan alternatives?
Plant-based cream cheese and maple syrup provide a tasty vegan option for this dish.
- → What bread pairs best with the spread?
French baguette or brioche are ideal, lightly toasted for crispness and easy dipping.
- → Can nuts be omitted for allergies?
Yes, simply skip nuts or replace with seeds or more fruit for a nut-free board.