Breakfast Charcuterie Board (Print)
A colorful platter featuring savory meats, artisan cheeses, fresh seasonal fruits, and pastries for effortless morning entertaining.
# What You’ll Need:
→ 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 - Place prosciutto, smoked salmon, and bacon on a large serving board alongside brie slices, cheddar cubes, and softened cream cheese, spacing items evenly for visual appeal.
02 - Arrange quartered croissant, halved mini bagels, and toasted whole grain bread in separate clusters around the perimeter of the board.
03 - Fill empty spaces with mixed berries, sliced kiwi, apple slices, and orange segments, then scatter roasted nuts throughout for texture and color contrast.
04 - Place small bowls containing strawberry jam, honey, softened butter, and Greek yogurt directly on the board or arrange them alongside the platter for easy access.
05 - Add halved boiled eggs to the arrangement and finish by sprinkling fresh chives and parsley across the board as a vibrant garnish.
06 - Present the breakfast charcuterie board immediately, allowing guests to create their own custom combinations from the variety of offerings.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- There is zero cooking involved which means more time sipping coffee with your people
- Everyone gets exactly what they crave without anyone playing short order cook
02 -
- Cheese really does need to come to room temperature for the best flavor and texture
- Assemble everything except the bread about an hour before serving for stress free hosting
03 -
- Group similar flavors together so guests intuitively know what pairs well together
- Set out small cheese knives and spoons so people do not have to use their own utensils