Pin Recipe A vibrant and beautiful brunch board inspired by the jam girl summer aesthetic, featuring a medley of jams, cheeses, fresh fruits, and artisan breads for a sweet and savory gathering.
Last summer, I hosted a get-together where everyone built their own bites from a brunch board like this. The combination of fruity jams and creamy cheeses was a huge hit at the table.
Ingredients
- Strawberry Jam: 1/2 cup
- Apricot Preserves: 1/2 cup
- Blueberry Jam: 1/2 cup
- Honey: 1/4 cup
- Whipped Butter: 1/4 cup
- Brie: 120 g (4 oz), sliced
- Sharp Cheddar: 120 g (4 oz), sliced
- Fresh Goat Cheese: 120 g (4 oz), crumbled
- Baguette: 1 small, sliced
- Sourdough: 1/2 loaf, sliced
- Multigrain Crackers: 1 sleeve
- Fresh Strawberries: 1 cup, halved
- Blueberries: 1 cup
- Seedless Grapes: 1 cup
- Ripe Peach: 1, sliced
- Roasted Almonds: 1/2 cup
- Dried Apricots: 1/4 cup
- Fresh Mint Leaves: For garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Jams & Honey:
- Arrange the jams and honey in small serving bowls, placing them evenly around a large wooden board or platter.
- Add Butter:
- Place whipped butter in a small bowl and set it on the board.
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Neatly arrange the brie, cheddar, and goat cheese in separate sections of the board.
- Set Breads & Crackers:
- Fan out baguette and sourdough slices, and pile crackers nearby on the board.
- Distribute Fruits:
- Group the strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and peach slices in clusters for color and texture.
- Add Nuts & Extras:
- Scatter the roasted almonds and dried apricots between other ingredients.
- Garnish:
- Decorate with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color.
- Serve:
- Present the board immediately, letting guests mix and match their favorite flavors.
Pin Recipe When my family sees this bright board laid out on a weekend morning, they gather around instantly, eager to try new flavor combinations together.
Required Tools
Large wooden board or serving platter, small bowls for jams and butter, cheese knives, bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cheese, butter), gluten (bread, crackers), and nuts (almonds). Check all packaging carefully for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320 per serving. Total Fat: 13 g. Carbohydrates: 41 g. Protein: 9 g
Pin Recipe This brunch board brings color and excitement to your table. Just let everyone build their own bites and enjoy a morning feast together.
Recipe FAQs
- → What types of cheese work best for a brunch board?
Use a mix like brie for creaminess, sharp cheddar for boldness, and goat cheese for tang. Choose varying textures and flavors.
- → How should I arrange the jams and spreads?
Serve jams and honey in separate bowls evenly spaced on the board, making them easy for guests to access and mix with other foods.
- → Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes! Substitute gluten-free bread and crackers for regular options to accommodate dietary needs.
- → What fruits pair well for a brunch board?
Strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and sliced peach bring color, freshness, and complement both sweet and savory elements.
- → What drinks go well with this spread?
Pair your board with a light rosé or sparkling wine for a refreshing complement to the sweet and savory flavors.
- → How can vegetarians enjoy this board?
This arrangement features plant-based spreads, cheeses, and fruits. For extras, avoid adding meat or fish options.