October 11, 2024

Fall Appetizer: Cream Cheese Board with Fig & Basil

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A Fall Cream Cheese Board

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Cream cheese board but make it Fall! The new trend going around right are “butter boards” but I prefer cream cheese boards! This one is made with only a few ingredients and a perfect way to dress up your favorite wooden board at home for your next night of hosting this Fall! Read on to more delicious Fall content!

Cream Cheese Board

5 Delicious Garnish Topping Ideas

  1. Caramelized Apples: Sauté sliced apples with butter, brown sugar, and a sprinkle of cinnamon until they’re tender and golden.
  2. Candied Pecans: Toss pecans in sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt, then bake until caramelized for a sweet and crunchy addition.
  3. Maple Syrup Drizzle: A light drizzle of pure maple syrup adds a rich sweetness that complements the cream cheese beautifully.
  4. Cranberry Relish: Fresh cranberry relish with orange zest adds a tart and vibrant contrast to the creamy base.
  5. Pumpkin Spice Mix: Sprinkle a blend of pumpkin pie spice over the cream cheese for a warm, aromatic touch that captures the essence of fall.
Cream Cheese Board

What does cream cheese pair well with?

Cream cheese pairs beautifully with both sweet and savory flavors. On the sweet side, think fig jam, honey, berries, or a drizzle of maple syrup. For savory options, it’s amazing with herbs like chives or basil, smoked salmon, roasted veggies, or even crispy bacon. It’s a super versatile base that complements fresh, tangy, rich, or spiced toppings.

What goes well with cream cheese besides bread?

Besides bread, cream cheese is delicious with crackers, pretzels, sliced apples or pears, celery sticks, or even pita chips. It also works great spread on roasted sweet potatoes, dolloped on pancakes, or as a creamy base for stuffed peppers. For fall boards, try it with candied pecans, cranberry relish, or caramelized apples for a sweet and seasonal combo.

Cream Cheese Board

Want more easy recipe ideas?

Check out How to Make a Fall Cheeseboard with Trader Joe’s or How to make the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte & Sauce at Home. Are we friends on insta? Head over to instagram and let’s hang!

Cream Cheese Board with Figs

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