Save 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.
I first created this brunch board for a summer weekend with friends and it quickly became the heart of our gathering. With bright jams, creamy cheeses, and a rainbow of fruit, everyone found something to love.
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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
- Strawberries: 1 cup, halved
- Blueberries: 1 cup
- Seedless grapes: 1 cup
- Peach: 1 ripe, sliced
- Roasted almonds: 1/2 cup
- Dried apricots: 1/4 cup
- Fresh mint leaves: for garnish
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Instructions
- Prepare spreads:
- Arrange the jams and honey in small serving bowls and place them evenly around a large board or platter.
- Add butter:
- Place whipped butter in a small bowl on the board.
- Arrange cheeses:
- Neatly arrange brie, cheddar, and goat cheese in separate sections.
- Prepare breads and crackers:
- Fan out baguette and sourdough slices, and pile crackers nearby.
- Add fruits:
- Cluster strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and peach slices for color contrast.
- Scatter extras:
- Distribute roasted almonds and dried apricots between other ingredients.
- Garnish:
- Use fresh mint leaves to decorate the board.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, allowing guests to mix and match flavors.
Save My family loves building their own combinations from the board—my kids always end up with jam-swirled creations. Sharing this colorful spread has become a new favorite tradition for us.
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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 for hidden allergens if serving guests with allergies.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320, Total Fat: 13 g, Carbohydrates: 41 g, Protein: 9 g (per serving)
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This brunch board makes entertaining easy and lets guests get creative. Bright flavors and gorgeous presentation will make your gathering unforgettable.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I arrange ingredients for the most visual appeal?
Fan out breads, cluster colorful fruits, and space cheeses for contrast. Garnish with mint for a fresh touch.
- → Can I substitute any cheeses or jams?
Yes, swap in your favorite cheeses and jams based on preference or available ingredients for variety.
- → What drinks pair well with this board?
Rosé, sparkling wine, and herbal teas all pair well, complementing both sweet and savory flavors.
- → How do I make this board vegetarian or gluten-free?
Use vegetarian cheeses and substitute gluten-free crackers or bread to suit dietary preferences and restrictions.
- → What tools will I need to serve?
A large wooden board, small bowls for spreads, cheese knives, and a bread knife make serving easy and elegant.
- → How can I add more variety to the board?
Try adding dried fruits, additional nuts, or different jams such as fig or cherry for new flavor profiles.
