Jam-Infused Brunch Board

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This vibrant brunch board brings together a beautiful harmony of sweet jams, creamy cheeses, fresh fruits, and artisan breads. Just twenty minutes prep creates a visually stunning spread perfect for entertaining, combining strawberry, apricot, and blueberry jams with brie, cheddar, and goat cheese. Fresh strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and peach slices add color and flavor, while roasted almonds and dried apricots provide crunch and depth. Serve on a large board with honey and whipped butter to round out the selection. Guests can mix and match flavors for a memorable brunch experience. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, and pair with sparkling wine for an elevated touch.

Updated on Mon, 03 Nov 2025 16:55:00 GMT
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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 love making brunch boards for Sunday gatherings with friends. Everyone enjoys mixing and matching flavors, which always sparks fun conversations around the table.

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
  • Fresh 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

Instructions

Arrange jams and honey:
Place strawberry jam, apricot preserves, blueberry jam, and honey into small bowls evenly spaced around a large wooden board or platter.
Add whipped butter:
Spoon the whipped butter into a small bowl and place it on the board.
Arrange cheeses:
Neatly arrange brie, cheddar, and goat cheese in separate sections on the board.
Set breads & crackers:
Fan out baguette and sourdough slices, and pile the multigrain crackers on the board.
Add fruits:
Place strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and peach slices in clusters around the board for color and texture.
Scatter nuts & extras:
Add roasted almonds and dried apricots between other ingredients.
Garnish:
Finish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of green.
Serve:
Serve immediately and let guests mix and match their favorite combinations.
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My kids always loved building their own little toast stacks with jam and fruit, making brunch a playful and delicious family tradition.

Notes & Serving Suggestions

Try fig or cherry jam for unexpected flavors, or add prosciutto or smoked salmon if you want extra protein. A light rosé or sparkling wine is a perfect pairing.

Required Tools

Use a large wooden board, small bowls for spreads, cheese knives, and a bread knife for easy and beautiful assembly.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: 320 calories, 13 g total fat, 41 g carbohydrates, 9 g protein.

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Elegant jam-infused brunch board with creamy cheese, fruits, and a mint garnish. | grillandbites.com

This board is the perfect way to add joy and variety to any brunch gathering. Guests will be delighted by the colorful spread and endless flavor combinations.

Jam-Infused Brunch Board

Colorful brunch board with jams, cheese, fresh fruit, and breads—ideal for gatherings or celebrations.

Prep duration
20 min
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Overall duration
20 min


Skill level Easy

Heritage International

Output 6 Portions

Dietary requirements Vegetarian

Components

Jams & Spreads

01 1/2 cup strawberry jam
02 1/2 cup apricot preserves
03 1/2 cup blueberry jam
04 1/4 cup honey
05 1/4 cup whipped butter

Cheeses

01 4 ounces brie, sliced
02 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
03 4 ounces fresh goat cheese, crumbled

Breads & Crackers

01 1 small baguette, sliced
02 1/2 loaf sourdough bread, sliced
03 1 sleeve multigrain crackers

Fruits

01 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
02 1 cup blueberries
03 1 cup seedless grapes
04 1 ripe peach, sliced

Nuts & Extras

01 1/2 cup roasted almonds
02 1/4 cup dried apricots
03 Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Directions

Phase 01

Prepare Bowls and Board: Arrange all jams and honey into small serving bowls and distribute evenly around a large wooden board or platter.

Phase 02

Add Butter: Place whipped butter in a small bowl and position it on the board.

Phase 03

Arrange Cheeses: Lay out the brie, cheddar, and goat cheese in clearly separated areas, ensuring visual appeal.

Phase 04

Position Breads and Crackers: Fan out baguette and sourdough slices; stack the multigrain crackers attractively.

Phase 05

Distribute Fruits: Cluster strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and peach slices across the board for color contrast.

Phase 06

Add Nuts and Dried Fruits: Scatter roasted almonds and dried apricots in open spaces among other ingredients.

Phase 07

Garnish Board: Decorate with fresh mint leaves for aroma and additional color.

Phase 08

Serve: Present the board immediately, allowing guests to enjoy a variety of sweet and savory combinations.

Tools needed

  • Large wooden board or serving platter
  • Small bowls for serving jams and butter
  • Cheese knives
  • Bread knife

Allergy details

Review each ingredient for potential allergens and consult healthcare providers if you're uncertain about any components.
  • Contains dairy (brie, cheddar, goat cheese, butter), gluten (bread, crackers), and nuts (almonds). Review packaging for possible additional allergens.

Nutrition breakdown (per portion)

These values are estimates only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 320
  • Fat: 13 g
  • Carbohydrates: 41 g
  • Protein: 9 g