Epic Grilled Breakfast Charcuterie Board
Let guests graze on an Epic Grilled Breakfast Charcuterie Board filled with meat, cheese, fruit and eggs. Serve on the 26-inch Big Board.
Today I’m writing about JOY! For me, what makes me happy is never “stuff” (because I know it will never last), nor food, like this Epic Grilled Breakfast Charcuterie Board, which is so dang good. I get asked all the time, “can you have charcuterie for breakfast?”
What is a breakfast board?
Perfect for any breakfast fan, or weekend gathering, this breakfast charcuterie board is a perfect way to let your guests graze on breakfast favorites like meat, eggs, cheese, fruit, and more. A Breakfast Board is simply a variety of brunch or breakfast foods that are set out and beautifully arranged on a board, platter, or tray.
Epic Grilled Breakfast Charcuterie Board
You may have already tried my EPIC Best Bacon Breakfast Charcuterie Board (seriously the best bacon!) Or my Scrambled Egg Brunch Charcuterie Board, filled with the ultimate breakfast ingredients (and fresh summer apricots!). This board was made on a 28-inch board (no longer available, but grab links below to my new line of boards).
Better yet, get inspirataion from The Big Board page (breakfast, dinner boards, appetizers, and more!) If you’re not a fan of a sweet breakfast, then this board is ideal for you!
Ingredients for an epic breakfast charcuterie
- Crostini, make your own or use crackers or bread
- Olive oil & Sea salt
- Bavarian Bratwurst (we buy at Trader Joe’s)
- Soft boiled eggs (my perfect soft boiled egg recipe)
- Large tomatoes & cucumber
- Salami slices & bacon
- Cheese slices, Mozzarella cheese balls, Brie cheese
- Butter, jam, marmalade
- Fresh raspberries & blackberries
What does a breakfast platter consist of?
- Waffles or pancakes (find my waffle board on Better Homes & Gardens)
- Sausage or bacon, brats or ham
- Potatoes
- Croissants, muffins, danish, coffee cake, bagels
- Fruit or veggies (make it European)
- Eggs (scrambled, over-easy, soft cooked)
- Charcuterie meats and cheese
- Toast, jam and butter
- Avocado! (have you tried my Epic Avocado Toast Board yet?)
How do you keep a breakfast charcuterie board warm?
In general, I get asked this all of the time. It’s easy to keep the “hot foods hot” while you prepare the board (or wait for folks to wake up). To keep food warm, place the food in your oven on low, and then right before serving, add to the Big Board.
Don’t forget to add a “hot pad” to the board for the hot dishes!
I find joy in making my epic boards and hosting others in our home. Our home is not fancy, by any means. In fact, serving dinner boards, or charcuterie boards, is a very casual way to host! And hosting is truly about the people!
Entertaining: it’s not about you, it’s all about them.
How to make an epic breakfast charcuterie board
- On an epic board, arrange the food (make it pretty!), laying it down flat (easy to serve). Of course, don’t place the “hot” food down until you’re ready to dig in!
- Make your own crostini by slicing a baguette and sprayin with olive oil on both sides. Sprinkle lightly with Sea salt on one side. In a hot oven, toast each side for about 1 minute.
- Grill the bratwurst and cook the bacon. Make sure the eggs are pre-cooked, peeled and cooled in the fridge.
- Grill the tomato slices by spraying with olive oil and placing on the grill for a couple minutes on each side. (Optional to use fresh tomatoes without grilling them.)
- Prepare a large board with a tray or plate for the center (for the meat and the eggs).
- Place the butter and jellies in small bowls.
- Arrange the remaining ingredients on the board. Serve right away when the hot meat is added!
Happiness and joy
Happiness is so much more about looking at our blessings, and not at material things that can weigh us down.
But joy is even deeper than happiness, and it lasts longer than being excited–it’s satisfying, rich and full.
More epic breakfast boards to try:
Mexican Tostada Breakfast Board
Baked Oatmeal Breakfast Board for Mother’s Day or any brunch
Oatmeal Lover’s Breakfast Board
This morning I find myself feeling the cool morning air, as all of the windows and doors are open in the house. I’m in a quiet place of reading and enjoying creation and listening to the morning sounds.
I’ve been thinking this past week, about how I can change up my routine and add a few elements of both happiness and joy into my life this week.
5 ways to bring joy into your life
Do what you love. Maybe it’s music, art, being with people, the outdoors, learning new things. Do what you love, because it brings a sense of fulfillment. Go in search of what inspires you deeply – Look for God – and then share it with others.
- Do something for others. Keep it simple – bake, bring a meal, give a ride, take someone out to coffee and listen to their story, help a neighbor, volunteer!
- Connect with people. Our relationships can have an almost magical effect on our happiness. Connect with new or old people, and learn more about their lives, which can be very inspiring.
- Value experiences over things. Things are nice, but the joy we get from experiences lasts longer. For example, our family time is much better when we get into the outdoors and experience something new together, and just talk. You will have those memories for a long time.
- Learn and grow from what you read or what podcast you listen to daily. Set aside time to pray, settle into “quiet.” Embrace the solitude. For me, it’s walking in nature.
- Host a dinner party. People need one another. Host a breakfast or brunch and make one large Breakfast Charcuterie!
The Big Board®
Friends, The Big Board® is here! Yes, I’ve partnered with JK Adams, the premier woodmaking company in Vermont, with my own line of RE boards!
- 20-inch round, maple
- 26-inch round, maple
- 12 x 36-inch maple
- NEW 12 x 24-inch maple
- 23-inch Lazy Susan
- 26-inch ebonized BLACK, cherry
- 12 x 36-inch ebonized BLACK, cherry
- A board with a lip (or raised edged) so the food doesn’t fall off
- FOOD SAFE
- Made in the USA
- Undercut handles (a unique design)
Thank you for your support, as we’ve sold out so many times already!
Order The Big Board® today!
Happy Hosting, Friends!
Get the Recipe:
Epic Grilled Breakfast Charcuterie Board
Ingredients
- 24 crostini, make your own or use crackers or bread
- Olive oil
- Sea salt
- 2 packages Trader Joe's uncured Bavarian Bratwurst, grilled
- 8 soft boiled eggs, halved
- 12 strips bacon, cooked
- 3 large tomatoes, grilled
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2-4 oz salami slices
- 12 slices cheese, different varieties
- Mozzarella cheese balls, small
- Butter
- Lemon-pear Marmalade
- Peach Bellini Jam
- Raspberry Jam
- 1 triple cream brie
- 1 pint raspberries
- 1 pint blackberries
Instructions
- Make your own crostini by slicing a baguette and sprayin with olive oil on both sides. Sprinkle lightly with Sea salt on one side. In a hot oven, toast each side for about 1 minute.
- Grill the bratwurst and cook the bacon. Make sure the eggs are pre-cooked, peeled and cooled in the fridge.
- Grill the tomato slices by spraying with olive oil and placing on the grill for a couple minutes on each side. (Optional to use fresh tomatoes without grilling them.)
- Prepare a large board with a tray or plate for the center (for the meat and the eggs).
- Place the butter and jellies in small bowls.
- Arrange the remaining ingredients on the board. Serve right away when the hot meat is added! ENJOY!
Notes
Hello and welcome to my home and table!
I’m Sandy—lover of food, family, cooking, THE BIG BOARD, travel, and bringing people together. Through great recipes and connection around the table, we become better, stronger, and more courageous people. Feasting on Life is real, and every time we do it, we grow a little more. Read more...
I am getting ready to order a couple of your new boards and am very excited. However, I do also have one from Pier One that’s never come out of the box that I would also like to put to use for an upcoming event . It’s been sitting in my storage unopened for years. I know you always explained how to treat them to make them food safe I just didn’t end up needing to use mine and it hasn’t been done . Can you please provide that info again so I can use all of my boards ? I bought it per your recommendation as you really have been the one that introduced me to such a fun way to entertain . Now I’m planning a latge event using charcuterie boards only and and can’t wait . Thanks in advance for your help .
Hi Marla! There are tips in this blog post here.
Hi! Did u do anything to make the big Pier 1 board food safe? Or. Just used as is? It’s the large one w/white design.
Thanks
Cindy
Yes, those boards are not food safe! Which is why we came out with our own line of boards that ARE food safe, Cindy! :)
Get the big boards, here.
How do you keep all of this warm while you cook and plate everything? Mine would all be cold by the time it was ready to be served. Ditto for all of your boards.
Hi Serena. I keep the hot food warm in the oven until right before serving!
What an amazing board and a perfect breakfast for treating holiday guests! Do you ever worry about it the berries staining your board? Any recommendations on preventing stains?
Hi Mary, my new boards I use all the time with berries and have not had them stain. They wipe up beautifully.
How many people are you feeding?
Hi, Kathy! It depends if you’re serving other dishes with this, or just by itself. Really depends on the size of the group and if it’s the main meal or additional food. I’d say 12 though.
Such great thoughts on joy! That board looks amazing too!