Mermaid Inspired Cream Cheese Butter Board
Dive into a world of wonder and enchantment with our mermaid-inspired cream cheese butter board! This delightful and delicious creation is the perfect addition to any gathering or brunch, adding a touch of whimsy and magic to your event. Whether you're hosting an under-the-sea-themed party or simply want to infuse your gathering with oceanic flair, this butter board promises to make a splash with your guests.
Equipment
- Hand mixer with beaters and whisk attachments
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Mixing spatula
- Mixing Bowls
- Piping Bag
- 1M star piping tip piping tip
- Purple gel food color
- Teal gel food color
- Charcuterie Board (9.5 inches by 13 inches works best)
Ingredients
- 8 ounce Full-fat cream cheese block
- 4 sticks Salted butter
- 2 lbs Confectionary sugar
- 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
- Graham Crackers
- Pretzels
- Shortbread Cookies
- Mini Oreos
- Cheese Crackers
- Strawberries
- Marshmallows
- Sprinkles
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Butter Cream
- In a mixing bowl cream together the vanilla, cream cheese, and butter until smooth.
- Add half the powdered sugar, and it fold into the butter to prevent the sugar from spraying when mixing.
- Add the other half powdered powder sugar, using the hand mixer or stand mixer, and mix the ingredients until smooth. It’s ok to mix for 2 to 3 minutes or as long as needed to make sure it’s smooth.
- Divide the buttercream into 2 separate bowls, and add the food gel to each.
- Mix each until well incorporated.
- Cut a small hole at the end of the piping bag, drop the piping tip in, and add a small amount, alternating each color.
Step 2: Spread the Butter
- Start about 2 inches from the top of the board, and evenly spread a thin layer of the buttercream onto the chopping board, ensuring the thickness is consistent.
- Once done, use a knife to carefully shape the outline of the tail, creating an even edge.
- Then start piping a single line from top to bottom following the design with a slight back-and-forth motion to make a ruffle, ripple effect, using the piping bag with the 1M tip.
- Gradually decrease the size as you move down.
- Once at the bottom, fan out to the fin the same way.
- Add sprinkles and edible glitter for flare.
Step 3: Assemble, Serve, and Enjoy
- You will have extra cream cheese left which can be served separately or adding more to the board as it's consumed.
- Surround the “tail” with graham crackers, Oreos, pretzel rods or pretzel knots, strawberries, marshmallows, cheese crackers, or any shortbread cookie.
- Store the butter board in the refrigerator without the treats until ready to serve.
- Remove 30 minutes to an hour prior to serving and add the treats so your treats aren't cold!
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