# Breakfast Charcuterie Board
To dazzle your guests with an appealing and flavorful brunch, consider the delightful **Breakfast Charcuterie Board**. This board is brimming with an assortment of fruits, spreads, meats, and sweet breads, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
If you’re a fan of charcuterie boards, you might also want to check out our Ultimate Charcuterie Board (Cheese Board) and Dessert Charcuterie Board.
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## Recipe Overview
I particularly enjoy showcasing this Breakfast Charcuterie Board because it caters to all tastes. The beautiful diversity of options not only looks fantastic but also delights the palate, making it an excellent choice to impress your brunch attendees.
– **TASTE**: The board features an enticing blend of sweet, savory, tart, and buttery elements. From sweet and savory spreads to a variety of meats and fruits, it’s a tasty medley.
– **TEXTURE**: With juicy sausages, crispy bacon, flaky croissants, creamy spreads, and fresh fruits, the board presents an enjoyable array of textures.
– **TIME**: Preparation takes approximately 45 minutes.
– **EASE**: Assembling this breakfast board is straightforward, involving minimal cooking and focused on presentation.
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## Ingredients List
To create your Breakfast Charcuterie Board, you will need the following ingredients:
– **Proteins**: Sausage links, bacon, and hard-boiled eggs.
– **Fruits/Veggies**: Blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, banana, cucumber, and avocado.
– **Spreads**: Strawberry butter, jam, and Nutella.
– **Breads**: Croissants and pancakes.
– **Cheese**: Colby jack cheese.
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## Customization and Substitutions
For those looking to personalize their board, consider these options:
– **Bread Variations**: Experiment with Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes, Glazed Air Fryer Donuts, or other bread types.
– **Variety of Fruits and Vegetables**: Add blackberries, pears, oranges, or more.
– **Explore Additional Spreads**: Consider alternatives like Chocolate Ganache or Chantilly Cream.
– **Protein Alternatives**: Try scrambled eggs, sausage patties, or different types of cheese.
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## Assembling the Breakfast Charcuterie Board
Follow these simple steps to assemble your Breakfast Charcuterie Board:
1. Begin with the savory elements: arrange the bacon, sausages, eggs, cheese, avocado, and cucumber.
2. Next, layer in the breads and pastries, including croissants and pancakes.
3. Incorporate the spreads, such as jams and Nutella.
4. Fill any remaining spaces with the berries and fruits. Serve and enjoy!
**Pro Tip**: Adhere to the suggested order for placing the ingredients to ensure a visually appealing display.
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## Tips for the Recipe
Here are some additional suggestions to elevate your Breakfast Charcuterie Board:
– **Ensure Bacon is Crispy**: Crispy bacon retains its shape nicely on the board.
– **Opt for Mini Pastries**: These can maintain balance and ease of access.
– **Select Easy-to-Pick-Items**: Choose foods that guests can grab easily.
– **Assemble Strategically**: Start with larger items, then add spreads and use fruits to fill in gaps for an attractive layout.
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## Frequently Asked Questions
**What is the 3 3 3 3 rule for charcuterie boards?**
The 3 3 3 3 guideline recommends featuring 3 starches, 3 cheeses, 3 meats, and 3 accompaniments such as nuts, veggies, or fruit to ensure diversity on your board.
**How should you serve a breakfast board?**
Prepare the board a few hours prior to serving, loosely cover it, and let it sit at room temperature. This Breakfast Charcuterie Board offers a delightful combination of juicy fruits, sweet pastries, savory meats, and creamy spreads, providing a range of options for a satisfying breakfast. Most elements can be prepped ahead of time, making assembly quick and easy when it’s time to serve. For the freshest experience, cook the bacon and sausage just before serving to maintain warmth and crispness. Pair the board with dishes like egg recipes, pancakes, pastries, and smoothies for a complete breakfast experience.
If preparing this Breakfast Charcuterie Board in advance, you can make the pastries and fruits ahead, place the spreads in bowls, and boil the eggs early. When ready to assemble, cook the meats and arrange everything for a beautiful presentation.
For storage, cover the Breakfast Charcuterie Board with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 4 days. To keep everything fresh, store bread, fruit, and meats in separate airtight containers if feasible. While pastries and meats can be frozen, fruits and vegetables may lose their texture after thawing.
Explore other delicious breakfast options like Buttery Belgian Liege Waffles, Banana Walnut Bread, Blueberry Smoothie Bowls, and Peach French Toast for further breakfast inspiration. Enjoy crafting this Breakfast Charcuterie Board, a delightful and versatile spread that caters to various tastes and preferences. The recipe has not been rated yet.
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**Course**: Breakfast, brunch
**Cuisine**: American
**Prep Time**: 45 minutes
**Total Time**: 45 minutes
**Servings**: 12
**Author**: Dina
Protein and Vegetables
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Sausage links -
Hard-boiled eggs -
Cucumbers sliced -
Avocado sliced -
Colby jack cheese cubed
Pastries and Sweets
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Mini croissant -
Mini pancakes
Fruits and Spreads
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Nutella -
Jam -
Strawberry butter or plain salted butter -
Strawberries-
Blueberries -
Raspberries -
Bananas
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Instructions
- Begin by placing the savory items (protein and veggies) on a large wooden board. For this setup, I included air fryer bacon, breakfast sausage links, hard-boiled eggs, sliced avocado, cucumbers, and cubed Colby jack cheese.
- Next, introduce the breads and pastries. I opted for mini croissants and mini pancakes, but you can choose anything from scones to bagels or crepes!
- Following that, fill in with butters, jams, and spreads. I used raspberry jam, Nutella, and strawberry butter for this setup.
- Finally, complete the presentation by adding fruits and berries. I used strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and bananas. Serve immediately and savor!
Notes
- Cook the bacon until crispy- Since boards can be out for awhile, crispy bacon retains its shape better compared to softer bacon which can become mealy.
- Opt for mini pastries- To prevent the pastries from overpowering the breakfast board, use smaller versions of everything to ensure the breads don’t overshadow the other items.
- Include easy-to-grab items- Things like cheese cubes, individual sausage links, plain pancakes, and berries are easy to pick up and not messy, making them perfect for this brunch board.
- Assemble in the appropriate order- Place larger items first – proteins and pastries – followed by spreads in small bowls, and finally fill in with fruit. This arrangement offers the best visual appeal and balance.
