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 brunch board was a hit at our last holiday gathering with friends and family, making sharing delicious and fun.
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
- Step 1:
- Arrange the breads and pastries in one section of a large serving board or gift box, fanning them out for visual appeal.
- Step 2:
- Place cheese selections in separate clusters, using small dishes for cream cheese if desired.
- Step 3:
- Add meats (if using) in gentle folds, arranging next to the cheeses.
- Step 4:
- Scatter fresh fruits in small piles around the board for color and freshness.
- Step 5:
- Place spreads in small bowls or jars, with small spoons or knives for serving.
- Step 6:
- Fill gaps with roasted almonds and dark chocolate squares.
- Step 7:
- Garnish the board with fresh mint sprigs for a festive touch.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate briefly before gifting or serving.
Save Gathering around this board always brings smiles and lively conversations with loved ones.
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 easy to customize and sure to impress your guests every time.
Recipe Questions
- → What breads work best for the brunch board?
Mini croissants, brioche rolls, and artisan multigrain bread offer a variety of textures and flavors perfect for a balanced board.
- → Can the meats be omitted without affecting flavor?
Yes, omitting smoked salmon and prosciutto still leaves a delicious combination of cheeses, fruits, and spreads for a satisfying experience.
- → How should the spreads be served for easy access?
Serving the honey, raspberry jam, and fig preserves in small bowls or jars with spoons allows guests to easily add them to their selections.
- → What garnishes enhance the presentation and flavor?
Fresh mint sprigs add a festive touch and a subtle fresh aroma to the board.
- → How can this board be adapted for a vegan diet?
Replace dairy cheeses with plant-based alternatives and omit all meats for a fully vegan-friendly board without compromising variety.
- → What accompaniments pair well with this brunch board?
Sparkling wines or fresh juices complement the variety of tastes, enhancing the overall dining experience.