Pin it A vibrant and beautiful brunch board inspired by the jam girl summer aesthetic, this spread features a medley of jams, cheeses, fresh fruits, and artisan breads for a sweet and savory gathering. Perfect for entertaining or a leisurely weekend meal, it brings together color, flavor, and fun in every bite.
I first put together this brunch board for a sunny outdoor brunch with friends, and everyone loved being able to mix and match flavors. The best part: it's just as fun to make as it is to eat!
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 serving bowls and arrange evenly on a large wooden board or platter.
- Add whipped butter:
- Transfer whipped butter to a small bowl and place on the board.
- Arrange cheeses:
- Neatly arrange brie, cheddar, and goat cheese in separate sections.
- Add breads & crackers:
- Fan out baguette and sourdough slices; pile crackers on the board.
- Add fruits:
- Distribute strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and peach slices in clusters for color and contrast.
- Scatter 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, allowing guests to mix and match as desired.
Pin it This brunch board was a hit at my family gathering, especially with the kids grabbing their favorite fruits and adults tasting cheeses with each jam. Even my grandmother wanted to recreate it at her next party!
Required Tools
Large wooden board or serving platter, small bowls for jams and butter, cheese knives, bread knife
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 320 calories, 13 g total fat, 41 g carbohydrates, 9 g protein
Notes
Try fig or cherry jam for extra variety. Add prosciutto or smoked salmon for non-vegetarian options. Pair with a light rose or sparkling wine. Substitute gluten-free crackers or bread if needed.
Pin it With just a few minutes of assembly, your brunch will look and taste impressive. Let guests build their perfect bite, and enjoy the variety!
Common Questions
- → What types of jam work best for the board?
Try strawberry, apricot, blueberry, or experiment with fig and cherry for added flavor variety.
- → Can the brunch board be made gluten-free?
Substitute gluten-free breads and crackers to make the board suitable for gluten-sensitive guests.
- → Which cheeses pair well with fruit jams?
Brie, sharp cheddar, and fresh goat cheese offer creamy or tangy complements to berry and stone fruit jams.
- → How do you arrange ingredients for a visually appealing board?
Cluster fruits for color contrast, fan out bread slices, and position small bowls of jams evenly on the platter.
- → Are there suggested beverage pairings?
Rosé and sparkling wines pair beautifully with the sweet and savory elements of the brunch board.
- → What tools are needed to assemble the board?
A large serving board, small bowls for jams and butter, cheese knives, and a bread knife are helpful.