How do you create the whipped cream cheese base?

Beat softened cream cheese with honey and vanilla extract until smooth. Slowly add heavy cream while whipping until light and fluffy.

What fruits work best on this platter?

Strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, pineapple cut into butterfly shapes, seedless grapes, and orange segments create a colorful balance.

Yes, berries like raspberries or mango pieces can replace or complement the suggested fruits.

Gluten-free graham crackers or cookies offer a crunchy element inviting dipping into the whipped cream cheese base.

Use edible flowers such as pansies or violets and fresh mint leaves for a fresh and decorative finish.

Yes, after assembling, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to maintain freshness.

A vibrant, whimsical dessert platter featuring fresh fruit creamy whipped cream cheese and playful butterfly shapes — perfect for spring gatherings.

This is a favorite at our spring parties and always delights guests of all ages.

Cream Cheese Spread: 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese softened 60 ml (1/4 cup) honey 1 tsp vanilla extract 60 ml (1/4 cup) heavy cream
Fruit: 1 cup strawberries hulled and sliced 1 cup blueberries 1 cup kiwi peeled and sliced 1 cup pineapple cut into butterfly shapes (use a small butterfly cookie cutter) 1 cup seedless grapes halved 1 orange peeled and segmented
Dippers & Garnishes: 1 cup gluten-free graham crackers or cookies broken into pieces 2 tbsp edible flowers (such as pansies or violets optional) 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves

Step 1:: In a medium bowl beat cream cheese honey and vanilla extract until smooth Slowly add heavy cream and whip until light and fluffy.
Step 2:: Spread the whipped cream cheese mixture onto a large serving board or platter creating a base layer.
Step 3:: Arrange the sliced fruit on top of the cream cheese in a colorful pattern Use the butterfly-shaped pineapple pieces as decorative focal points.
Step 4:: Scatter blueberries grapes and orange segments around the board for variety.
Step 5:: Add gluten-free graham crackers or cookies to one side of the board for dipping.
Step 6:: Garnish with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a springtime touch.
Step 7:: Serve immediately or refrigerate (covered) for up to 2 hours before serving.

We enjoy assembling this platter together as a family making memories one colorful bite at a time.

Electric mixer or whisk Large serving board or platter Small butterfly cookie cutter Knife and cutting board Spatula

Contains milk (cream cheese heavy cream) Contains gluten if using regular cookies/crackers Double-check all dippers and garnishes for allergens

Calories 230 Total Fat 10 g Carbohydrates 32 g Protein 4 g (per serving)

This dessert board combines visual delight with fresh flavors for a memorable treat.

→ How do you create the whipped cream cheese base?: Beat softened cream cheese with honey and vanilla extract until smooth. Slowly add heavy cream while whipping until light and fluffy.
→ What fruits work best on this platter?: Strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, pineapple cut into butterfly shapes, seedless grapes, and orange segments create a colorful balance.
→ Can I substitute seasonal fruits?: Yes, berries like raspberries or mango pieces can replace or complement the suggested fruits.
→ What are suitable dippers for this board?: Gluten-free graham crackers or cookies offer a crunchy element inviting dipping into the whipped cream cheese base.
→ How should I garnish the platter?: Use edible flowers such as pansies or violets and fresh mint leaves for a fresh and decorative finish.
→ Can I prepare this in advance?: Yes, after assembling, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to maintain freshness.