Good Morning Sun Breakfast Board

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This bright breakfast board brings together a delicious mix of fresh fruits, toasted breads, creamy cheeses, and protein-rich boiled eggs and smoked salmon. With colorful clusters of strawberries, pineapple, kiwi, and oranges arranged alongside croissants, sourdough, and bagels, it's both visually appealing and satisfying. Granola, nuts, and honey add texture and sweetness, while fresh mint leaves garnish the board for a refreshing touch. Perfect for sharing and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, it offers a balanced and energizing start to the day.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:53:00 GMT
Good Morning Sun Breakfast Board: A bountiful display of fruit, cheese, and pastries awaits, perfect to start the day. Save to Pinterest
Good Morning Sun Breakfast Board: A bountiful display of fruit, cheese, and pastries awaits, perfect to start the day. | amberkettle.com

A vibrant and nourishing breakfast board featuring a colorful array of fresh fruits, baked goods, spreads, cheeses, and proteins — perfect for sharing and starting the day with energy.

This breakfast board has become my go-to for weekend mornings when I want something beautiful and easy to share with family and friends.

Ingredients

  • Breads & Bakery: 2 croissants, 2 slices sourdough bread toasted, 2 mini bagels halved
  • Fruits: 1 cup strawberries hulled and halved, 1 cup pineapple cut into wedges, 1 orange sliced, 1 kiwi peeled and sliced, 1/2 cup blueberries
  • Cheeses & Dairy: 100 g cream cheese, 80 g cheddar sliced, 80 g brie sliced
  • Proteins: 4 boiled eggs halved, 100 g smoked salmon (optional omit for vegetarian)
  • Spreads & Extras: 1/4 cup fruit jam (e.g. apricot or raspberry), 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup nut butter (e.g. almond or peanut), 1/4 cup granola
  • Garnishes: Fresh mint leaves, 2 tbsp chopped nuts (e.g. walnuts, almonds)

Instructions

Step 1:
Prepare all fruits by washing, peeling, and slicing as needed.
Step 2:
Toast the sourdough bread slices and bagel halves until golden.
Step 3:
Arrange baked goods cheeses and spreads in sections on a large board or platter.
Step 4:
Add fruits in colorful clusters to create a sunburst effect.
Step 5:
Place boiled eggs and smoked salmon (if using) in separate sections.
Step 6:
Sprinkle granola and chopped nuts over the board.
Step 7:
Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Step 8:
Serve immediately with plates and utensils for sharing.
Vibrant Good Morning Sun Breakfast Board arrangement, with fresh fruit, eggs and bread, delicious and colorful. Save to Pinterest
Vibrant Good Morning Sun Breakfast Board arrangement, with fresh fruit, eggs and bread, delicious and colorful. | amberkettle.com

This board always sparks joy during family brunches creating a lively and interactive meal experience.

Notes

For a vegan version use plant-based cheeses and omit eggs and salmon. Add sliced avocado cherry tomatoes or olives for extra variety. Pair with freshly squeezed orange juice coffee or herbal tea. Swap in seasonal fruits as desired.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter Sharp knife Toaster Small bowls for spreads

Allergen Information

Contains Eggs dairy nuts gluten fish (if using smoked salmon). Check ingredient labels for hidden allergens consider substitutes for dietary needs.

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Good Morning Sun Breakfast Board showing a bright, shared breakfast spread laden with fresh and tasty foods. | amberkettle.com

This breakfast board offers a fresh elegant start to your day and impresses guests every time.

Recipe FAQs

What fruits work best for this breakfast board?

Opt for fresh, colorful fruits like strawberries, pineapple wedges, orange slices, kiwi, and blueberries to create a vibrant and tasty spread.

Can I substitute smoked salmon for a vegetarian option?

Yes, omit the smoked salmon and add extra boiled eggs or plant-based protein alternatives to keep the board hearty and satisfying.

How can I make the breads more appealing?

Toast sourdough slices and bagel halves until golden to enhance flavor and provide a pleasing crunch alongside croissants.

What spreads complement the cheeses and breads?

Use fruit jams, honey, and nut butters for a variety of sweet and savory flavors that pair well with cream cheese, cheddar, and brie.

How should I serve the breakfast board?

Arrange all components on a large serving board with clear sections for fruits, cheeses, breads, and proteins. Garnish with fresh mint and chopped nuts, then serve immediately for sharing.

Are there easy variations for dietary needs?

Yes, for vegan preferences use plant-based cheeses and omit animal proteins. Add avocado, olives, or cherry tomatoes to increase variety.

Good Morning Sun Breakfast Board

A vibrant morning spread featuring fruits, breads, cheeses, and proteins for a nourishing start.

Prep duration
20 min
Time to cook
10 min
Total duration
30 min
Created by Molly Easton


Skill level Easy

Cuisine International

Makes 4 Portions

Dietary details Meat-free

What You'll Need

Breads & Bakery

01 2 croissants
02 2 slices sourdough bread, toasted
03 2 mini bagels, halved

Fruits

01 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
02 1 cup pineapple, cut into wedges
03 1 orange, sliced
04 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
05 ½ cup blueberries

Cheeses & Dairy

01 3.5 oz cream cheese
02 2.8 oz cheddar, sliced
03 2.8 oz brie, sliced

Proteins

01 4 boiled eggs, halved
02 3.5 oz smoked salmon (optional)

Spreads & Extras

01 ¼ cup fruit jam (apricot or raspberry)
02 ¼ cup honey
03 ¼ cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
04 ¼ cup granola

Garnishes

01 Fresh mint leaves
02 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds)

Directions

Step 01

Prepare Fruits: Wash, peel, and slice all fruits as specified.

Step 02

Toast Breads: Toast sourdough bread slices and bagel halves until golden brown.

Step 03

Arrange Baked Goods and Spreads: Place croissants, toasted sourdough, and bagel halves along with cheeses and spreads in distinct sections on a large serving board or platter.

Step 04

Add Fruits: Position fruits in colorful clusters to form a sunburst pattern around the board.

Step 05

Incorporate Proteins: Place halved boiled eggs and smoked salmon, if using, in separate areas on the board.

Step 06

Add Toppings: Sprinkle granola and chopped nuts evenly over the board for added texture and flavor.

Step 07

Garnish: Decorate the board with fresh mint leaves for visual appeal and aroma.

Step 08

Serve: Present immediately with plates and utensils, encouraging sharing and enjoyment.

Equipment needed

  • Large serving board or platter
  • Sharp knife
  • Toaster
  • Small bowls for spreads

Allergy details

Be sure to look at every ingredient. If you have concerns, ask your healthcare provider.
  • Contains eggs, dairy, nuts, gluten, and fish (if using smoked salmon).
  • Check labels for hidden allergens and adapt accordingly.

Nutrition Info (one portion)

Information shown is for general reference. Please speak to your doctor for nutrition advice.
  • Energy: 420
  • Lipids: 18 g
  • Carbohydrates: 48 g
  • Proteins: 16 g