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 delightful board always brings smiles when I serve it at brunch gatherings with friends and family.
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 Our family enjoys assembling this board together before brunch it creates a fun and festive atmosphere.
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 not only looks stunning but is easy to customize for all tastes and occasions.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What breads work best for this brunch board?
Mini croissants, brioche rolls, and artisan multigrain slices provide a mix of soft, buttery, and hearty textures ideal for pairing with cheeses and spreads.
- → Can this board be made vegan-friendly?
Yes, replace dairy cheeses with plant-based alternatives and omit the smoked salmon and prosciutto for a fully vegan selection.
- → How should the spreads be served?
Place honey, raspberry jam, and fig preserves in small bowls or jars with spoons or knives for easy spreading alongside breads and cheeses.
- → What fresh fruits complement the board best?
Strawberries, grapes, and blueberries add bright colors and juicy sweetness that balance the savory and creamy elements.
- → How can this board be stored before serving?
Cover and refrigerate briefly to keep ingredients fresh, removing citrus garnishes like mint just before serving to preserve their aroma.
- → Are there suggested beverage pairings?
Sparkling wine or fresh juice pairs well, enhancing the festive and refreshing nature of the board’s flavors.