Gift Box Brunch Board (Printable Version)

A festive brunch box with a variety of sweet and savory bites in a beautiful presentation.

# Components:

→ Breads & Pastries

01 - 6 mini croissants
02 - 6 mini brioche rolls
03 - 6 slices artisan multigrain bread

→ Cheese & Dairy

04 - 3.5 oz brie cheese, sliced
05 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
06 - 2.8 oz cream cheese, whipped

→ Meats (optional)

07 - 6 slices smoked salmon
08 - 6 slices prosciutto

→ Fruits

09 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
10 - 1 cup mixed red and green grapes
11 - 1 cup fresh blueberries

→ Spreads & Accompaniments

12 - ¼ cup honey
13 - ¼ cup raspberry jam
14 - ¼ cup fig preserves

→ Nuts & Sweets

15 - ½ cup roasted almonds
16 - ½ cup dark chocolate squares

→ Garnishes

17 - Fresh mint sprigs

# Method Steps:

01 - Fan out mini croissants, brioche rolls, and artisan bread slices in one section of a large serving board or gift box for visual appeal.
02 - Cluster brie, aged cheddar, and whipped cream cheese separately, using small dishes for the cream cheese if preferred.
03 - Fold smoked salmon and prosciutto slices gently and arrange adjacent to the cheese clusters.
04 - Scatter halved strawberries, grapes, and blueberries in small groups around the board to introduce color and freshness.
05 - Place honey, raspberry jam, and fig preserves into small bowls or jars with accompanying spoons or knives for easy serving.
06 - Populate gaps on the board with roasted almonds and dark chocolate squares to complete the arrangement.
07 - Decorate the board with fresh mint sprigs to add a festive and aromatic touch.
08 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate briefly before gifting or serving to maintain freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Variety of sweet and savory bites
  • Perfect for sharing and gifting
02 -
  • For a vegan option, use plant-based cheeses and omit meats.
  • Add hard-boiled eggs, olives, or sliced cucumbers for extra variety.
03 -
  • Use ripe fresh fruits for best flavor and appearance.
  • Mix textures by combining crunchy nuts with soft cheeses and spreads.
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