Can I prepare the board in advance?

You can assemble the cream cheese layer and toppings ahead, but add bread and mint just before serving for best texture.

What bread works best for dipping?

Sliced toasted baguette or brioche pairs well, offering a soft yet sturdy base for scooping up toppings.

Are there vegan alternatives?

Use plant-based cream cheese and maple syrup for a fully vegan option. Choose vegan bread if needed.

Can I use different fruits?

Swap mixed berries with seasonal sliced stone fruit or figs for variety. Adjust toppings to suit available produce.

How do I add extra flavor?

Blend in orange zest or a pinch of cinnamon to the cream cheese for flavor variation. Try different nuts or spices.

Butter Board Dessert Version with Cream Cheese and Fresh Berries

Decadent Butter Board Dessert version topped with fresh berries and drizzled honey. | potfuljoy.com

A delightful, shareable dessert twist on the trendy butter board featuring whipped flavoured cream cheese, fresh berries, and sweet toppings is perfect for gatherings.

I first served this butter board dessert at a summer party and everyone could not stop dipping and raving about the creamy base and fresh berry bursts.

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:: 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 Base:: Using a spatula spread the flavoured cream cheese evenly onto a clean large serving board or platter swirling for texture.
Top with Berries:: Arrange the mixed berries attractively over the cream cheese layer.
Add Crunch & Extras:: Sprinkle with chopped nuts, chocolate chips, granola (if using), and dried rose petals.
Drizzle & Garnish:: Drizzle lightly with extra honey or maple syrup and garnish with torn mint leaves.
Serve:: Serve immediately with toasted bread slices or brioche for dipping and spreading.

We love making this together on weekends for a fun hands-on family dessert everyone can decorate.

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 or almonds), and gluten (if served with regular bread); check all packaged ingredients for cross-contamination.

Nutritional Information

Per serving (without bread): Calories 180, Total Fat 10 g, Carbohydrates 18 g, Protein 4 g

Whipped cream cheese Butter Board Dessert surrounded by colorful mixed berries and nuts. | potfuljoy.com

This butter board dessert is the showstopper of any gathering and takes just minutes to put together. Enjoy it as a fun shared treat or an effortless finish to a meal.

Recipe Q&A

→ Can I prepare the board in advance?: You can assemble the cream cheese layer and toppings ahead, but add bread and mint just before serving for best texture.
→ What bread works best for dipping?: Sliced toasted baguette or brioche pairs well, offering a soft yet sturdy base for scooping up toppings.
→ Are there vegan alternatives?: Use plant-based cream cheese and maple syrup for a fully vegan option. Choose vegan bread if needed.
→ Can I use different fruits?: Swap mixed berries with seasonal sliced stone fruit or figs for variety. Adjust toppings to suit available produce.
→ How do I add extra flavor?: Blend in orange zest or a pinch of cinnamon to the cream cheese for flavor variation. Try different nuts or spices.