Save A vibrant and beautiful brunch board inspired by the jam girl summer aesthetic, featuring a medley of jams, cheeses, fresh fruits, and artisan breads for a sweet and savory gathering.
I made this brunch board for a weekend get-together and everyone loved mixing jams with different cheeses and breads. It was a hit with both kids and grownups because each person created their own tasty combinations.
Ingredients
- Strawberry jam: 1/2 cup in a small bowl
- Apricot preserves: 1/2 cup in a small bowl
- Blueberry jam: 1/2 cup in a small bowl
- Honey: 1/4 cup in a bowl
- Whipped butter: 1/4 cup in a bowl
- Brie: 120 g (4 oz), sliced
- Sharp cheddar: 120 g (4 oz), sliced
- Fresh goat cheese: 120 g (4 oz), crumbled
- Baguette: 1 small, sliced
- Sourdough: 1/2 loaf, sliced
- Multigrain crackers: 1 sleeve
- Strawberries: 1 cup fresh, halved
- Blueberries: 1 cup fresh
- Seedless grapes: 1 cup
- Peach: 1 ripe, sliced
- Roasted almonds: 1/2 cup
- Dried apricots: 1/4 cup
- Fresh mint leaves: For garnish
Instructions
- Arrange jams and honey:
- Place strawberry jam, apricot preserves, blueberry jam, and honey in small serving bowls around a large wooden board or platter.
- Add whipped butter:
- Put whipped butter into a bowl and set it on the board.
- Arrange cheeses:
- Neatly place brie, cheddar, and goat cheese in separate sections.
- Fan out breads and crackers:
- Arrange baguette and sourdough slices and pile crackers on the board.
- Add fruits:
- Distribute strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and peach slices in clusters for color and texture contrast.
- Add nuts and extras:
- Scatter roasted almonds and dried apricots between other ingredients.
- Garnish:
- Top with fresh mint leaves for color.
- Serve:
- Invite guests to mix and match flavors as desired.
Save This brunch board made our Saturday feel extra special when we all gathered around to snack and talk. Setting it up together was a fun way to start the morning with family smiles.
Serving Suggestions
Pair your brunch board with a pitcher of sparkling wine, rosé, or herbal iced tea. For extra variety, add fig or cherry jam and fresh berries.
Make It Your Way
Customize with prosciutto or smoked salmon for non-vegetarian options. Substitute gluten-free crackers or breads to accommodate dietary preferences.
Nutritional Information
Each serving provides approximately 320 calories, 13 g total fat, 41 g carbohydrates, and 9 g protein.
Save This jam-infused brunch board is a bright centerpiece for any gathering. Set out small plates and let everyone build their own sweet and savory bites.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How can I vary the types of jams?
Try seasonal fruit preserves like cherry, fig, or peach, or mix multiple flavors for more variety.
- → What cheeses work best on this board?
Combining creamy brie, tangy goat cheese, and sharp cheddar gives an appealing balance of textures and tastes.
- → Can I make this gluten-free?
Absolutely, swap out sourdough or baguette for gluten-free breads and crackers available at most stores.
- → What drinks pair well with this board?
Rosé or sparkling wine complements fruity elements and cheese; tea or coffee work well for brunch settings too.
- → Are there alternatives for vegetarians and non-vegetarians?
Keep it vegetarian or add prosciutto, smoked salmon, or even nuts for extra protein and variety for guests.
- → How do I arrange ingredients for visual appeal?
Group fruits for color contrast, fan breads neatly, and scatter nuts and dried fruits in gaps for an inviting look.