Save A delightful breakfast spread featuring warm, flaky croissants paired with a selection of sweet and savory accompaniments, perfect for sharing by a cozy fireplace.
This board has become my favorite weekend treat to share with family and friends while gathered around the fire.
Ingredients
- Pastries: 4 large croissants (fresh or day-old)
- Sweet Accompaniments: ½ cup strawberry jam, ½ cup chocolate hazelnut spread, ½ cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), 2 tbsp honey
- Savory Accompaniments: 100 g brie cheese sliced, 100 g smoked ham (optional), 100 g gouda or cheddar cheese sliced, ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved, ½ avocado sliced
- Garnishes: 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives), ¼ cup roasted nuts (almonds, walnuts)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Step 2:
- Slice croissants in half horizontally if desired. Place on a baking sheet and warm in the oven for 5 to 7 minutes until lightly crisped.
- Step 3:
- Arrange the warm croissants on a large serving board or platter.
- Step 4:
- Neatly arrange the sweet items (jams, spreads, berries, honey) in small bowls or around the croissants.
- Step 5:
- Place the savory items (cheeses, ham, tomatoes, avocado) on the board fanning out for easy access.
- Step 6:
- Scatter fresh herbs and roasted nuts over the platter for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately inviting guests to mix, match, and build their own croissant creations.
Save Gathering around this board has created many warm family moments and memorable breakfasts during the winter months.
Required Tools
Oven baking sheet large serving board or platter small bowls for spreads bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (croissants), milk (cheeses, butter in croissants), nuts (hazelnut spread, roasted nuts), eggs (may be present in croissants). If using ham check for additional allergens. Always verify ingredient labels for specific allergen content.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 540 total fat 28 g carbohydrates 56 g protein 15 g
Save This croissant board is the perfect balance of sweet and savory for any cozy breakfast occasion.