A vibrant morning assortment of fruits, cheeses, baked goods, and proteins arranged for sharing and nourishment.
# What You Need:
→ Breads & Bakery
01 - 2 croissants
02 - 2 slices sourdough bread, toasted
03 - 2 mini bagels, halved
→ Fruits
04 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
05 - 1 cup pineapple, cut into wedges
06 - 1 orange, sliced
07 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
08 - 1/2 cup blueberries
→ Cheeses & Dairy
09 - 3.5 oz cream cheese
10 - 2.8 oz cheddar, sliced
11 - 2.8 oz brie, sliced
→ Proteins
12 - 4 boiled eggs, halved
13 - 3.5 oz smoked salmon (optional, omit for vegetarian)
→ Spreads & Extras
14 - 1/4 cup fruit jam (e.g., apricot or raspberry)
15 - 1/4 cup honey
16 - 1/4 cup nut butter (e.g., almond or peanut)
17 - 1/4 cup granola
→ Garnishes
18 - Fresh mint leaves
19 - 2 tbsp chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, almonds)
# Directions:
01 - Wash, peel, and slice all fruits as required for serving.
02 - Toast sourdough bread slices and bagel halves until golden and crisp.
03 - Arrange croissants, toasted breads, cheddar, brie, and cream cheese in distinct sections on a large serving board.
04 - Place the prepared fruits in colorful clusters creating a sunburst pattern around the board.
05 - Position boiled egg halves and smoked salmon, if using, in separate areas on the board.
06 - Distribute fruit jam, honey, nut butter, and granola evenly over the board surfaces.
07 - Sprinkle chopped nuts and fresh mint leaves over the arrangement for added texture and aroma.
08 - Present immediately with plates and utensils for sharing.
