Pin 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.
This brunch board was a huge hit at my last weekend get-together. Everyone loved picking their favorite jam and cheese combinations, and it made breakfast feel like a special occasion.
Ingredients
- Jams & Spreads: 1/2 cup strawberry jam, 1/2 cup apricot preserves, 1/2 cup blueberry jam, 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup whipped butter
- Cheeses: 120 g (4 oz) brie (sliced), 120 g (4 oz) sharp cheddar (sliced), 120 g (4 oz) fresh goat cheese (crumbled)
- Breads & Crackers: 1 small baguette (sliced), 1/2 loaf sourdough (sliced), 1 sleeve multigrain crackers
- Fruits: 1 cup fresh strawberries (halved), 1 cup blueberries, 1 cup seedless grapes, 1 ripe peach (sliced)
- Nuts & Extras: 1/2 cup roasted almonds, 1/4 cup dried apricots, fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Arrange Jams & Honey:
- Place jams and honey in small bowls and arrange evenly around a large wooden board or platter.
- Add Whipped Butter:
- Place whipped butter in a small bowl on the board.
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Neatly organize cheeses in separate sections of the board.
- Prepare Breads & Crackers:
- Fan out the baguette and sourdough slices and pile crackers on the board.
- Add Fruits:
- Distribute fresh fruits in clusters for color and texture contrast.
- Add Nuts & Extras:
- Scatter roasted almonds and dried apricots between other ingredients.
- Garnish:
- Top with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately so guests can mix and match flavors as desired.
Pin Sharing this brunch board with my family always sparks fun debates over favorite jam choices. It brings everyone together and makes slow weekend mornings feel extra special.
Notes
Swap in fig or cherry jam if you want more flavor options. For non-vegetarians, add your favorite charcuterie selections to make the board hearty.
Required Tools
Use a large wooden board or platter, small bowls for the jams and butter, cheese knives, and a bread knife for easy serving.
Nutritional Information
Each serving provides 320 calories, 13 g total fat, 41 g carbohydrates, and 9 g protein.
Pin This brunch board is simple to assemble, yet it always feels impressive. Start your weekend with delicious bites and beautiful company.
Recipe Q&A
- → How should I arrange items on the board?
Place jams and spreads in small bowls then arrange cheeses, breads, fruits and nuts in separate clusters for a balanced look.
- → What are good drink pairings?
Rosé, sparkling wine, or fresh juice pair nicely with the sweet and savory flavors featured on the board.
- → Can I adapt this board for dietary needs?
Use gluten-free breads or crackers and swap cheeses for dairy-free alternatives if needed for guests' preferences.
- → What jams work best?
Classic jams like strawberry and apricot are delicious, but fig or cherry jam add unique twists to your brunch board.
- → What cheeses are recommended?
Soft brie, sharp cheddar and mild goat cheese offer a good range of flavors and textures for this board.
- → Can nuts be omitted for allergies?
Yes, you can leave out almonds and add more dried fruit or seeds as an alternative for a nut-free option.