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 created this brunch board for a weekend gathering with friends, and it was a hit. Everyone loved mixing and matching the jams with different cheeses and breads.
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 and honey:
- Place jams and honey in small serving bowls and set them around a large board or platter.
- Add butter:
- Put whipped butter in a small bowl and place on the board.
- Arrange cheeses:
- Set the cheeses in separate sections on the board.
- Add breads and crackers:
- Fan out baguette and sourdough slices, pile crackers on board.
- Distribute fruits:
- Cluster fresh fruits for color and texture contrast.
- Add nuts and extras:
- Scatter roasted almonds and dried apricots between other ingredients.
- Garnish:
- Top with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately so guests can mix and match flavors as they like.
Save My family now requests this jam-brunch board at every holiday morning, and it's become a delicious tradition for us.
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); always check labels if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320, Total Fat: 13 g, Carbohydrates: 41 g, Protein: 9 g per serving
Save This jam-infused brunch board makes any gathering lively and memorable. Enjoy customizing it with seasonal fruits for a personal touch.
Recipe Guide
- → How do I serve the jams and spreads?
Place each jam and spread in a small bowl, then arrange the bowls evenly around your serving board for easy access.
- → What breads work best for the board?
Use a variety such as baguette slices, sourdough, and multigrain crackers for texture and flavor contrast.
- → Can I customize cheese selection?
Absolutely. Brie, sharp cheddar, and goat cheese offer variety, but swap in favorites like camembert or gouda as desired.
- → What fruits add color and freshness?
Fresh strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and sliced peaches bring color, juiciness, and bright flavor to the board.
- → What beverages pair well?
Light rosé, sparkling wine, or freshly brewed tea complement the sweet and savory elements perfectly.
- → Is there a way to make it gluten-free?
Substitute gluten-free crackers or bread to accommodate guests with gluten sensitivities.