Breakfast Charcuterie Board (Printable Version)

A vibrant platter featuring savory meats, cheeses, fresh fruits, and pastries—ideal for effortless morning entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 6 slices prosciutto
02 - 6 slices smoked salmon
03 - 8 slices cooked bacon

→ Cheeses

04 - 3.5 oz brie cheese, sliced
05 - 3.5 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
06 - 3.5 oz cream cheese, softened

→ Breads & Pastries

07 - 1 croissant, quartered
08 - 4 mini bagels, halved
09 - 4 slices whole grain bread, toasted

→ Fresh Fruits

10 - 1 cup mixed berries
11 - 1 kiwi, sliced
12 - 1 apple, sliced
13 - 1 orange, segmented

→ Spreads & Condiments

14 - 1 small jar strawberry jam
15 - 1/4 cup honey
16 - 1/4 cup butter, softened

→ Extras

17 - 1/2 cup roasted nuts
18 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
19 - 2 boiled eggs, halved
20 - Fresh herbs for garnish

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Arrange the meats and cheeses on a large serving board, spacing them out for visual appeal.
02 - Place the breads and pastries in separate clusters around the board.
03 - Fill gaps with batches of fresh fruits and nuts for pops of color.
04 - Place small bowls of jam, honey, butter, and Greek yogurt on the board or alongside it.
05 - Add the boiled egg halves and garnish with fresh herbs.
06 - Serve immediately, allowing guests to build their perfect breakfast combinations.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Theres zero cooking required, making it perfect for lazy weekends or unexpected guests
  • Every person can build exactly what theyre craving, whether thats sweet fruit or savory salmon
  • It transforms ordinary breakfast items into something that feels special and abundant
02 -
  • Room temperature ingredients taste significantly better, so take everything out of the fridge 20 minutes before you start arranging
  • The most beautiful boards have odd numbers of elements and varying heights, so dont try to make everything perfectly symmetrical
03 -
  • Use varying heights by propping some items on small inverted bowls or ramekins to create visual interest
  • The best boards include something unexpected like a drizzle of hot honey or everything bagel seasoning