Breakfast Charcuterie Board (Printable Version)
A vibrant platter featuring savory-sweet selections of meats, cheeses, fruits, pastries, and spreads for sharing.
# Ingredient List:
→ Meats
01 - 6 slices prosciutto
02 - 6 slices smoked salmon
03 - 8 slices cooked bacon
→ Cheeses
04 - 3.5 oz brie cheese, sliced
05 - 3.5 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
06 - 3.5 oz cream cheese, softened
→ Breads & Pastries
07 - 1 croissant, quartered
08 - 4 mini bagels, halved
09 - 4 slices whole grain bread, toasted
→ Fresh Fruits
10 - 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
11 - 1 kiwi, sliced
12 - 1 apple, sliced
13 - 1 orange, segmented
→ Spreads & Condiments
14 - 1 small jar strawberry jam
15 - 1/4 cup honey
16 - 1/4 cup butter, softened
→ Extras
17 - 1/2 cup roasted nuts (almonds, walnuts)
18 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
19 - 2 boiled eggs, halved
20 - Fresh herbs (chives, parsley) for garnish
# How to Make:
01 - Arrange prosciutto, smoked salmon, cooked bacon, brie, cheddar, and cream cheese on a large serving board, spacing components evenly for visual balance and easy access.
02 - Place quartered croissant, halved mini bagels, and toasted whole grain bread in separate clusters around the board, ensuring variety in texture distribution.
03 - Fill empty spaces with mixed berries, sliced kiwi, apple, orange segments, and roasted nuts to create colorful accents throughout the arrangement.
04 - Position small bowls containing strawberry jam, honey, softened butter, and Greek yogurt on the board or place alongside for convenient serving.
05 - Add halved boiled eggs and garnish the entire presentation with fresh chives and parsley. Serve immediately, allowing guests to customize their breakfast selections.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You can prep almost everything the night before and simply arrange it in the morning
- Guests love building their own perfect bites and trying unexpected combinations
- It looks impressive but requires zero actual cooking
02 -
- Everything tastes better at room temperature, so take cheeses and spreads out of the fridge at least thirty minutes before serving
- A completely overcrowded board looks messy rather than abundant, so do not be afraid to use a second platter if needed
03 -
- Invest in a few small bowls or ramekins, they become your best friends for containing jams, honey, and softer spreads
- The most beautiful boards have a mix of heights, so stack some items and let others lay flat