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Set up a DIY breakfast charcuterie board with these step by step instructions. This project is perfect for a party and is sure to impress.
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If you are hosting a breakfast and need inspiration, then look no further! This Breakfast Charcuterie Board will please your guests eyes and also their taste buds. This snack board is full of breakfast favorites and is perfect for holidays like Easter, Christmas morning, or Mother’s Day. Customize everything to your liking and enjoy all the different waffle and topping combinations.
Ingredients in a Breakfast Charcuterie Board
- Waffles
- Bacon
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Chocolate Chips
- Peanut Butter
- Nutella
- Whipped Cream
- Maple Syrup
Additional Breakfast Charcuterie Board Ideas
This easy charcuterie board recipe keeps it pretty simple, but you can always change it up! There are so many fun and delicious breakfast food additions you can try – sweet and savory! Try some of these ideas on your next breakfast board or tell us your favorites in the comments!
- Mini Pancakes
- Mini Muffins
- Mini Cinnamon Rolls
- Donut Holes or Mini Donuts
- Mini Croissants
- Bagels and Cream Cheese
- Fresh Fruit – bananas, grapes, mango, pineapple, peaches, raspberries, cantaloupe, kiwi, watermelon
- Cheeses – brie, cheddar
- Yogurt and Granola
- Honey
- Sausage Links
- Ham
- Prosciutto
- Hard Boiled Eggs
- Nuts
Recipe Tip
Add all the large items to the board first and then fill in the remaining space with smaller items like berries and chocolate chips.
Classic Charcuterie Board vs Breakfast Charcuterie Board
Charcuterie boards (pronounced “shar-KOO-tuh-ree”) are a trend that I have seen popping up everywhere! “Charcuterie” is a French term for displaying a variety of cured meats, mostly pork. Originally they included things like salami, prosciutto, and sausages. Modern charcuterie boards can have any variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, veggies, olives, nuts, and also spreads and sauces. Typically the boards are arranged in an aesthetically pleasing and abundant fashion. If you want to learn more about how to make a traditional charcuterie board, then check out our step-by-step guide to making the perfect charcuterie board. This breakfast spread utilizes the idea of an abundant, aesthetic array of food items, but fills it with something completely different – a bunch of your favorite breakfast foods.
Frequently Asked Questions about Breakfast Charcuterie Boards
Set up a breakfast charcuterie board by adding large items like waffles and small bowls first and then filling in with smaller items. For best results, use items with contrasting colors, textures, and tastes.
It depends on how many waffles you use per person. For a snack you could serve one half or one waffle per person, for a meal bump it up to 2 waffles and also don’t forget to include protein like bacon or sausage.
Keep waffles warm in the oven until ready to serve. Place a wire rack on top of a baking sheet and place in the oven on warm. Add waffles in a single layer to the wire rack. Leave in oven until ready to serve.
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Breakfast Charcuterie Board
Equipment
- large wooden serving board
- small bowls and spoons for spreads
Ingredients
- 8 large prepared waffles cut into quarters – I used a mini heart waffle maker for the pictures so they are a little smaller. Use the link for our homemade waffle recipe
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup nutella
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup jam or jelly
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 pound strawberries sliced
- 1 pint blueberries
- 10 slices bacon
Instructions
- Place all the waffles on the board.
- Add little bowls of spreads and syrup dispenser.
- Add chocolate chips and berries.
Notes
- Nutrition Facts are approximate and based on splitting the whole board equally.
- Keep waffles warm in the oven until ready to serve. Place a wire rack on top of a baking sheet and place in the oven on warm. Add waffles in a single layer to the wire rack. Leave in oven until ready to serve.
- Use any of your favorite waffle toppings on this creative and versatile board!
This was a huge hit with my daughter’s sleepover! Thanks for the tutorial.
This is such a fun idea and I absolutely love the presentation! My family will really enjoy this when I host them over the holidays!