Save A vibrant and festive brunch platter featuring an array of spring-inspired bites, colorful eggs, fresh fruits, and artisan breads & perfect for sharing with family and friends.
This Easter brunch board brings everyone together with easy to prepare components that look beautiful and taste delicious.
Ingredients
- Eggs: 8 large eggs 1 tsp white vinegar (for boiling)
- Breads & Crackers: 1 small baguette sliced 6 slices rustic sourdough bread 12 assorted crackers
- Cheeses: 120 g (4 oz) soft goat cheese 120 g (4 oz) sharp cheddar cubed 100 g (3.5 oz) brie sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup strawberries hulled and halved 1 cup grapes separated into small clusters 2 kiwis peeled and sliced 1/2 cup blueberries
- Vegetables: 1 cup baby carrots 1 cup cucumber rounds 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved 1/2 cup radishes sliced
- Spreads & Dips: 1/2 cup hummus 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup fruit preserves (apricot or raspberry) 1/4 cup herbed cream cheese
- Garnishes: Fresh dill sprigs Fresh parsley Edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
- Hard boil the eggs:
- Bring a saucepan of water with vinegar to a boil. Gently add eggs reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath to cool then peel. Optionally dye eggs using natural food coloring for a festive touch.
- Slice and arrange breads and crackers:
- Arrange along the edges of a large serving board or platter.
- Place small bowls:
- Put hummus honey fruit preserves and herbed cream cheese around the board.
- Cut cheeses:
- Cut into cubes and slices arrange cheeses in separate sections on the board.
- Distribute eggs:
- Place boiled eggs whole or halved and arrange decoratively.
- Fill remaining spaces:
- With fresh fruits and vegetables grouping each for visual appeal.
- Garnish the board:
- Use fresh dill parsley and edible flowers if using.
- Serve immediately:
- Allow guests to mix and match flavors as they please.
Save Our family looks forward to this brunch board every Easter morning as we gather and share stories around the table.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter saucepan small bowls for dips and spreads sharp knife cutting board tongs or serving utensils
Allergen Information
Contains eggs dairy (cheese) gluten (breads crackers) Some dips may contain sesame (hummus) or nuts—check ingredient labels
Nutritional Information
Calories 320 Total Fat 15 g Carbohydrates 32 g Protein 14 g (per serving estimated)
Save This brunch board is flexible and easy to customize making it a perfect option for any spring gathering.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do I achieve colorful eggs for the board?
Use natural food dyes such as beet juice, turmeric, or red cabbage water to dye hard-boiled eggs after peeling for a festive touch.
- → What breads work best for this brunch board?
Rustic sourdough, small baguette slices, and assorted crackers provide varied textures and flavors that pair well with cheeses and spreads.
- → Can I customize the cheeses included?
Yes, soft goat cheese, sharp cheddar, and brie complement the board well, but feel free to swap in your preferred varieties or seasonal options.
- → How should I arrange the ingredients on the board?
Place breads and crackers along the edges, distribute cheeses in sections, arrange boiled eggs decoratively, and fill gaps with fresh fruits, vegetables, and garnishes for visual appeal.
- → Are there vegetarian alternatives for added protein?
Consider adding smoked salmon or sliced ham for non-vegetarian options, or include plant-based cheeses and dips suited to vegetarian diets.
- → What dips complement this brunch board?
Hummus, honey, fruit preserves, and herbed cream cheese provide a range of flavors that balance the savory and sweet elements on the board.