Description
A delightful and visually appealing Breakfast Charcuterie Grazing Board featuring a variety of meats, cheeses, breads, fruits, and accompaniments perfect for a casual brunch or special gathering. This easy-to-assemble recipe allows you to customize your board with cooked and chilled breakfast favorites, served in an inviting, shareable style.
Ingredients
Meats
- Sausage links or patties, cooked
- Ham slices, cooked
- Bacon strips, cooked
- Smoked sausage, cooked
Cheeses
- Smoked gouda, cubed or sliced
- Cheddar cheese, cubed or sliced
- Pepper jack cheese, cubed or sliced
- Cheese spreads
Eggs
- Scrambled, fried, or boiled eggs, prepared
Breads & Pastries
- Biscuits (canned, frozen, or homemade)
- Bagels
- Croissants
- Waffles
- Pancakes
- Scones
Sweet Breads
- Donuts
- Cinnamon rolls
- Donut holes
- Mini muffins
Potatoes
- Potatoes cubed with onions and peppers, cooked
- Hashbrowns
- Tater tots
Gravy & Condiments
- White gravy or sausage gravy
- Cream cheese (regular or flavored)
- Jams and jellies
- Butter
- Syrup
Drinks
- Coffee
- Milk
- Creamer
- Orange juice
- Champagne
Fruit
- Strawberries
- Orange slices
- Raspberries
- Blueberries
- Apple slices
- Melons
- Bananas
Vegetables
- Tomato slices
- Onion slices
- Cucumber slices
Other
- Yogurt
- Granola
- Cereals
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Choose the items you want on your grazing board. Cook or heat all the meats, eggs, potatoes, and breads so they are ready to serve. Chill any cold items like cheeses, fruits, yogurts, and drinks.
- Organize Bowls: Fill small bowls with items like jams, gravy, berries, and any other toppings that might run or fall off the board, to keep everything tidy and accessible.
- Place Main Bowls or Plates: Begin by positioning larger bowls or plates that contain dips or main items on your board as the focal points.
- Add Height: Use small lids, mini bowls, or stack items to add vertical interest and make the board more visually appealing.
- Add Smaller Bowls or Glasses: Surround the main items with smaller containers holding additional accompaniments and snacks to add variety.
- Fill in Gaps: Use fresh fruit, assorted breads, and cheeses to fill in empty spaces on the board, creating a balanced and inviting spread.
- Final Touches: Place spoons in bowls that require them and set out plates nearby. Arrange drinks like coffee, juice, or champagne next to your board to complete the setup.
Notes
- Customize your breakfast board based on personal preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Using a variety of colors and textures enhances the visual appeal.
- Keep cold items chilled until serving to maintain freshness.
- Include utensils and napkins for easy serving.
- Prepare cooked components ahead of time to simplify assembly.
- Use small bowls and containers to prevent mix of flavors and keep juices contained.
