Save A festive and inviting brunch board featuring a variety of sweet and savory bites, perfect for sharing and gifting in a beautiful presentation box.
This board brings everyone together with its colorful and delicious assortment that suits vegetarian and meat options alike.
Ingredients
- Breads & Pastries: 6 mini croissants, 6 mini brioche rolls, 6 slices artisan multigrain bread
- Cheese & Dairy: 100 g brie cheese sliced, 100 g aged cheddar cubed, 80 g cream cheese whipped
- Meats (optional, can omit for vegetarian): 6 slices smoked salmon, 6 slices prosciutto
- Fruits: 1 cup fresh strawberries halved, 1 cup red and green grapes, 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Spreads & Accompaniments: 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup raspberry jam, 1/4 cup fig preserves
- Nuts & Sweets: 1/2 cup roasted almonds, 1/2 cup dark chocolate squares
- Garnishes: Fresh mint sprigs
Instructions
- Arrange Breads & Pastries:
- Arrange the breads and pastries in one section of a large serving board or gift box, fanning them out for visual appeal.
- Place Cheese:
- Place cheese selections in separate clusters, using small dishes for cream cheese if desired.
- Add Meats:
- Add meats (if using) in gentle folds, arranging next to the cheeses.
- Scatter Fruits:
- Scatter fresh fruits in small piles around the board for color and freshness.
- Place Spreads:
- Place spreads in small bowls or jars, with small spoons or knives for serving.
- Fill Gaps:
- Fill gaps with roasted almonds and dark chocolate squares.
- Garnish Board:
- Garnish the board with fresh mint sprigs for a festive touch.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate briefly before gifting or serving.
Save This brunch board creates joyful family moments as everyone helps themselves and shares favorites around the table.
Required Tools
Large serving board or gift box, small bowls or jars for spreads, paring knife, cheese knives, serving tongs
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (dairy cheeses cream cheese), Wheat (breads pastries), Tree nuts (almonds), Fish (smoked salmon optional). May contain Egg (pastries), Gluten (breads pastries), Soy (chocolate). Always check ingredient labels for specific allergen information.
Nutritional Information
Calories 435, Total Fat 21 g, Carbohydrates 48 g, Protein 13 g per serving based on a vegetarian board with all components
Save This brunch board is an effortless crowd-pleaser ready to brighten any gathering with charm and taste.
Recipe FAQ Section
- → How should the breads and pastries be arranged?
Fan out the mini croissants, brioche rolls, and artisan bread slices on one side of the board for a visually appealing display.
- → Can I omit the meats for a vegetarian option?
Yes, simply skip the smoked salmon and prosciutto to keep it vegetarian without compromising flavor.
- → What spreads pair well with the cheeses and breads?
Honey, raspberry jam, and fig preserves complement the cheeses beautifully and add sweet accents.
- → How can I add a festive touch to the board?
Garnish the board with fresh mint sprigs and scatter colorful fruits like strawberries, grapes, and blueberries for vibrancy.
- → What tools are needed to assemble this board?
Use a large serving board or gift box, small bowls for spreads, cheese knives, a paring knife, and serving tongs for easy arrangement and serving.