Good Morning Sun Breakfast

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This vibrant morning board brings together fresh fruits like strawberries, pineapple, kiwi, and blueberries alongside toasted sourdough, croissants, and mini bagels. Layered with creamy cheeses such as brie and cheddar, and complemented by boiled eggs and smoked salmon, it offers a lively mix of textures and flavors. Accented with spreads like honey and nut butter plus garnishes of mint and nuts, it’s a delightful and nourishing way to start the day, ideal for sharing and quick preparation.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:42:00 GMT
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A vibrant and nourishing breakfast board featuring a colorful array of fresh fruits, baked goods, spreads, cheeses, and proteins — perfect for sharing and starting the day with energy.

This board always brightens up our mornings and brings everyone to the table with excitement.

Ingredients

  • Breads & Bakery: 2 croissants, 2 slices sourdough bread toasted, 2 mini bagels halved
  • Fruits: 1 cup strawberries hulled and halved, 1 cup pineapple cut into wedges, 1 orange sliced, 1 kiwi peeled and sliced, 1/2 cup blueberries
  • Cheeses & Dairy: 100 g cream cheese, 80 g cheddar sliced, 80 g brie sliced
  • Proteins: 4 boiled eggs halved, 100 g smoked salmon (optional omit for vegetarian)
  • Spreads & Extras: 1/4 cup fruit jam (e.g. apricot or raspberry), 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup nut butter (e.g. almond or peanut), 1/4 cup granola
  • Garnishes: Fresh mint leaves, 2 tbsp chopped nuts (e.g. walnuts almonds)

Instructions

Step 1:
Prepare all fruits by washing peeling and slicing as needed.
Step 2:
Toast the sourdough bread slices and bagel halves until golden.
Step 3:
Arrange baked goods cheeses and spreads in sections on a large board or platter.
Step 4:
Add fruits in colorful clusters to create a sunburst effect.
Step 5:
Place boiled eggs and smoked salmon (if using) in separate sections.
Step 6:
Sprinkle granola and chopped nuts over the board.
Step 7:
Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Step 8:
Serve immediately with plates and utensils for sharing.
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This breakfast board has become a family tradition making weekend mornings extra special for everyone.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter Sharp knife Toaster Small bowls for spreads

Allergen Information

Contains Eggs dairy nuts gluten fish (if using smoked salmon) Check ingredient labels for hidden allergens consider substitutes for dietary needs.

Nutritional Information

Calories 420 Total Fat 18 g Carbohydrates 48 g Protein 16 g per serving

This delicious Good Morning Sun Breakfast Board presents a bright, inviting spread, perfect for a cheerful morning feast. Save
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Enjoy crafting your own vibrant breakfast board packed with flavors and textures that energize your day.

Recipe FAQs

What fruits work best for this breakfast board?

Fresh, colorful fruits like strawberries, pineapple wedges, orange slices, kiwi, and blueberries create a vibrant and tasty variety.

Can I make this board suitable for vegans?

Yes, substitute dairy cheeses with plant-based alternatives and omit boiled eggs and smoked salmon to fit vegan preferences.

What breads are used and how are they prepared?

The board features toasted sourdough slices, croissants, and halved mini bagels, adding a mix of textures and flavors.

How can I add extra flavor or texture to the spread?

Sprinkle chopped nuts and granola over the board and add fresh mint leaves for aromatic and crunchy notes.

What spreads complement the assortment on the board?

Honey, fruit jams like apricot or raspberry, and nut butters such as almond or peanut provide sweet and creamy layers.

How long does it take to prepare this board?

Preparation and cooking combined take around 30 minutes, making it quick and easy for gatherings or daily breakfasts.

Good Morning Sun Breakfast

A nourishing morning spread featuring fruits, baked goods, cheeses, and protein perfect for sharing and energizing.

Prep Time
20 minutes
Time to Cook
10 minutes
Total Duration
30 minutes
Recipe by Laura Bennett

Recipe Type Everyday Fresh Plates

Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type International

Makes 4 Portions

Dietary Details Meat-Free

What You'll Need

Breads & Bakery

01 2 croissants
02 2 slices sourdough bread, toasted
03 2 mini bagels, halved

Fruits

01 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
02 1 cup pineapple wedges
03 1 orange, sliced
04 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
05 1/2 cup blueberries

Cheeses & Dairy

01 3.5 oz cream cheese
02 2.8 oz sliced cheddar
03 2.8 oz sliced brie

Proteins

01 4 boiled eggs, halved
02 3.5 oz smoked salmon (optional)

Spreads & Extras

01 1/4 cup fruit jam (apricot or raspberry)
02 1/4 cup honey
03 1/4 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
04 1/4 cup granola

Garnishes

01 Fresh mint leaves
02 2 tbsp chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds)

How To Make It

Step 01

Prepare Fruit: Wash, peel, and slice all fruits as required.

Step 02

Toast Bread and Bagels: Toast sourdough slices and bagel halves until golden brown.

Step 03

Arrange Board: Place baked goods, cheeses, and spreads in distinct sections on a large serving board or platter.

Step 04

Add Fruits: Cluster fruits in a colorful pattern to create a sunburst effect on the board.

Step 05

Add Proteins: Place boiled egg halves and smoked salmon (if using) in separate areas.

Step 06

Add Toppings: Sprinkle granola and chopped nuts over the arrangement.

Step 07

Garnish: Add fresh mint leaves as a finishing touch.

Step 08

Serve: Present immediately with plates and utensils for sharing.

Tools Needed

  • Large serving board or platter
  • Sharp knife
  • Toaster
  • Small bowls for spreads

Allergy Warnings

Review every ingredient for allergens and reach out to a medical expert if you're uncertain.
  • Contains eggs, dairy, nuts, gluten, and fish (if using smoked salmon).
  • Check labels for hidden allergens and consider substitutes if necessary.

Nutrition information (serving size)

These nutritional details are for reference. They're not meant as medical guidance.
  • Caloric Value: 420
  • Fat content: 18 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 48 grams
  • Protein Amount: 16 grams