Pin this 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 quickly became my go-to for weekend mornings when I want variety without fuss. It brings the family together around a beautiful and delicious spread.
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.
Pin this This board is a hit at family brunches bringing smiles and lively conversation as everyone builds their favorite bites.
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.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 420 calories, 18 g total fat, 48 g carbohydrates, 16 g protein
Pin this This board offers a fresh and flexible start to any morning making healthy eating fun and social.
Recipe Questions
- → What fruits work best for this breakfast board?
Fresh, vibrant fruits like strawberries, pineapple, oranges, kiwi, and blueberries are ideal for color and flavor balance.
- → Can I substitute different breads on the board?
Yes, feel free to replace croissants, sourdough, or bagels with other baked goods like muffins or rye bread to suit your taste.
- → How can I make this board suitable for vegans?
Use plant-based cheeses and omit boiled eggs and smoked salmon. Add extra fruits or nuts to maintain variety and nutrition.
- → What spreads complement this assortment?
Fruit jams, honey, and nut butters like almond or peanut add diverse flavors and textures to the board.
- → How should I present the board for serving?
Arrange components in sections on a large platter with colorful fruit clusters creating a sunburst effect. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and chopped nuts.
- → Can I prepare the board in advance?
Prepare fruits and toast breads ahead, but assemble the board shortly before serving to keep freshness and texture.