Description
This Breakfast Charcuterie Grazing Board is a delightful and visually appealing way to serve a variety of breakfast favorites all in one place. Featuring an assortment of meats, cheeses, breads, eggs, fruits, vegetables, and sweet treats, it’s perfect for leisurely mornings, brunch gatherings, or special occasions. Each component can be cooked or prepared ahead, then artfully arranged for an inviting self-serve experience that satisfies all tastes and preferences.
Ingredients
Meats
- Sausage links or patties (1 pound)
- Ham slices (8 oz)
- Bacon strips (8 strips)
- Smoked sausage (6 links)
Cheese
- Smoked gouda, cubed or sliced (6 oz)
- Cheddar, cubed or sliced (6 oz)
- Pepper jack, cubed or sliced (6 oz)
- Cheese spreads (4 oz)
Eggs
- Scrambled eggs (6 large eggs)
- Fried eggs (4 large eggs)
- Boiled eggs (4 large eggs)
Breads
- Biscuits (store-bought or homemade, 4 pieces)
- Bagels (4, sliced)
- Croissants (4 pieces)
- Waffles (4 pieces)
- Pancakes (4 pieces)
- Scones (4 pieces)
Sweet Bread
- Donuts (4 small or 2 large)
- Cinnamon rolls (4 pieces)
- Donut holes (1 cup)
- Mini muffins (1 dozen)
Potatoes
- Cubed potatoes with onions and peppers (2 cups)
- Hashbrowns (2 cups)
- Tater tots (2 cups)
Gravy
- White gravy or sausage gravy (1 cup)
Cream Cheese
- Regular cream cheese (4 oz)
- Flavored cream cheese (4 oz)
Condiments
- Jellies (raspberry or strawberry, ½ cup)
- Butter (½ cup, softened)
- Syrup (½ cup)
Drinks
- Coffee (fresh brewed)
- Milk (1 pint)
- Creamer (to taste)
- Orange juice (1 quart)
- Champagne (optional, 1 bottle)
Fruit
- Strawberries (1 cup, halved)
- Orange slices (1 cup)
- Raspberries (1 cup)
- Blueberries (1 cup)
- Apple slices (1 cup)
- Melon pieces (1 cup)
- Bananas (2, sliced)
Vegetables
- Tomato slices (1 cup)
- Onion slices (½ cup)
- Cucumber slices (1 cup)
Other
- Yogurt (2 cups)
- Granola (1 cup)
- Cereals (1 cup)
Instructions
- Select and Prepare Items: Choose your preferred breakfast items from the categories listed. Cook or heat each item as needed – scramble, fry, or boil eggs; bake or warm breads; cook meats thoroughly; prepare potatoes; and wash and slice fruits and vegetables.
- Fill Small Bowls: Place jams, gravies, cream cheeses, and berries into small bowls to prevent spills and keep the board organized.
- Arrange Main Bowls or Plates: Begin by positioning the bowls or plates with the jams, gravies, and other small items strategically around your board to anchor your arrangement.
- Add Height with Lids or Mini Bowls: Use small lids or mini bowls to create levels on your board, adding visual interest and making items easily accessible.
- Place Additional Small Bowls or Glasses: Position additional small bowls or glasses with items like yogurt, granola, or syrups around the main dishes to balance the layout.
- Fill in Spaces with Fruits, Breads, and Cheeses: Neatly fill the open spaces on your board with colorful fruits, assorted breads, and cheeses to create texture and variety.
- Final Touches: Add spoons or spreaders to bowls needing them, arrange plates for serving, and set out drinks near the board to complete your breakfast spread.
Notes
- You can customize the board according to dietary preferences or seasonal availability of ingredients.
- Keeping some items warm before serving enhances the experience, particularly for meats and cooked eggs.
- Using bowls for loose items like jams and gravies prevents mess and keeps the board tidy.
- Include both savory and sweet items to cater to all taste preferences.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or edible flowers for an elegant touch if desired.
