Save to Pinterest 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.
Save to Pinterest 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.
Save to Pinterest 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.