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Perfect Galentine’s Friends-Only Brunch Board

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A vibrant, customizable brunch board packed with sweet and savory bites, perfect for celebrating Galentine’s Day or any friends-only gathering. Easy to assemble, visually stunning, and guaranteed to delight every guest.

Ingredients

  • Mini croissants (store-bought or homemade)
  • Heart-shaped waffles (boxed mix, frozen, or homemade)
  • Brioche toast points or mini bagels
  • Assorted muffins (raspberry, lemon-poppy, or chocolate chip)
  • Hard-boiled eggs, halved (sprinkle with paprika or chives)
  • Smoked salmon or prosciutto (optional)
  • Creamy brie or goat cheese, sliced
  • Herby whipped feta (blend feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, and herbs)
  • Sliced strawberries
  • Raspberries
  • Blackberries
  • Seedless red grapes
  • Kiwi or mandarin orange segments
  • Pomegranate arils (optional)
  • Chocolate-dipped pretzels or heart-shaped cookies
  • Mini cinnamon rolls or donut holes
  • Jelly beans or pastel candies
  • Strawberry whipped cream (whip cream, powdered sugar, and puréed strawberries)
  • Honey or berry preserves
  • Nutella or almond butter
  • Herbed cream cheese (cream cheese with fresh dill and chives)
  • Freshly squeezed orange juice or grapefruit juice (to serve)
  • Champagne (for mimosa bar, optional)
  • Coffee and assorted teas (to serve)

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Board (5 minutes): Start with a clean, dry board or platter. If using parchment paper, cut to fit. Arrange small bowls or ramekins for dips, jams, and spreads.
  2. Arrange the Breads and Pastries (5 minutes): Place croissants, waffles, muffins, and toast points in sections on the board. Fan them out or pile them high.
  3. Add Proteins and Cheeses (5 minutes): Nestle hard-boiled egg halves, smoked salmon, and cheese wedges between the breads. Spoon herby whipped feta or cream cheese into a bowl.
  4. Fill in with Fruits (5 minutes): Tuck sliced strawberries, berries, grapes, and citrus segments into empty spaces. Scatter pomegranate arils for sparkle.
  5. Add Sweets and Treats (3 minutes): Arrange cookies, pretzels, and mini rolls in piles. Place candies in small bowls or scatter as confetti.
  6. Set Out Spreads and Dips (3 minutes): Fill bowls with strawberry whipped cream, honey, Nutella, and herbed cream cheese. Add mini spoons or spreaders.
  7. Finishing Touches (2 minutes): Garnish with fresh mint leaves, edible flowers, or extra berries. Place tongs and plates nearby.
  8. Prepare Beverages (as needed): Pour juices into carafes, set up a mimosa bar if desired, and brew coffee or set out tea.

Notes

Customize with gluten-free, vegan, or nut-free options as needed. Assemble just before serving for best freshness. Use a mix of colors and textures for visual appeal. Warm pastries briefly in the oven if desired. Fill gaps with extra fruit or candies for a full look.

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Keywords: Galentine’s brunch, brunch board, breakfast board, friends brunch, party food, easy brunch, Valentine’s Day, entertaining, cheese board, mimosa bar

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