Breakfast Charcuterie Board

A Breakfast Charcuterie Board is the easiest way to serve a beautiful, crowd-pleasing brunch without cooking a full spread. You get a little of everything mini pastries, breads, cheeses, fresh fruit and veggies, plus simple proteins like hard-boiled eggs and smoked salmon. It’s perfect for holidays, sleepovers, birthday mornings, and “come whenever” brunch plans because guests can graze at their own pace. The best part? You can customize it to your budget and board size, and it comes together in about 15 minutes. Just fill the board with color, texture, and variety and watch it disappear.

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Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Servings: 6

Ingredients List

Breads

• Baguette slices
• Mini chocolate chip muffins (or mini blueberry muffins)
• Mini croissants
• Mini cinnamon rolls
• Mini scones
• Crackers

Cheese

• Brie
• Cheddar cheese cubes
• Goat cheese
• Flavored goat cheese

Fresh Produce

• Fresh berries
• Grapes
• Pear or apple slices
• Melon (in-season)
• Cucumber slices
• Grape tomatoes

Extras

• Jam
• Honey
• Hard-boiled eggs

Proteins

• Smoked salmon
• Beef salami or beef prosciutto (pork-free swap)

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

• Large charcuterie board or platter
• Small bowls/ramekins (for jam, honey, spreads)
• Cheese knives or small knife
• Small tongs or forks
• Cutting board + sharp knife
• Paper towels (for drying fruit/veg)

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

1️⃣ Set the “anchors” first
Place cheeses on the board first (brie wedge, goat cheese logs, cheddar cubes). Add small bowls for jam and honey. 🧀

2️⃣ Add proteins next
Fold smoked salmon into loose ribbons and place near brie/goat cheese. Add hard-boiled eggs (halved or whole). Add beef salami or beef prosciutto in rolled stacks.

3️⃣ Build the bread + cracker zones
Add baguette slices and crackers near cheeses. Tuck mini croissants nearby so it’s easy to grab-and-build bites.

4️⃣ Pile on sweets & pastries
Add mini muffins, mini cinnamon rolls, and scones in clusters. Keep similar items grouped for a clean look. 🥐

5️⃣ Fill gaps with produce
Use berries, grapes, cucumber slices, tomatoes, and apple/pear slices to fill empty spaces. This is where the board starts looking “full” and fancy. 🍓

6️⃣ Final touches
Add a drizzle of honey near brie, a spoon in the jam bowl, and extra fruit in any gaps. Serve right away.

Pro Tips

• #1 styling tip: CRAM THE BOARD FULL. Full boards look more abundant and beautiful.
• Make it easy to eat: Use ready-to-grab foods and pre-slice fruit and bread.
• Balance flavors: Sweet (pastries + honey) + salty (cheese + olives/salmon) + fresh (fruit/veg).
• Prep ahead smartly: Wash/dry produce, boil eggs, and pre-slice cheeses—assemble right before serving.

Nutrition Table (Estimated)

Because charcuterie boards vary a lot based on exact items and portions, these numbers are a general estimate for 1/6 of a typical board.

Serving Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1 serving	480	20g	45g	24g	5g	14g

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients, brands, and portion sizes. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.

Conclusion

This Breakfast Charcuterie Board is the ultimate “wow” brunch idea with minimal effort. It’s colorful, customizable, and perfect for entertaining whether you’re hosting a holiday morning, a weekend brunch, or a casual gathering. Just build with variety, fill every gap, and let everyone graze happily.