Save to Pinterest A festive and colorful brunch board featuring cranberry bagels, creamy spreads, fresh fruit, smoked salmon, and seasonal garnishes—perfect for entertaining during the holidays.
This board always impresses my guests during holiday brunches and is easy to customize for all tastes.
Ingredients
- Bagels & Breads: 6 mini cranberry bagels, sliced 6 mini plain or sesame bagels, sliced
- Creamy Spreads: 200 g (7 oz) whipped cream cheese 100 g (3.5 oz) cranberry cream cheese (blend 2 tbsp cranberry sauce with cream cheese) 2 tbsp honey
- Proteins: 150 g (5 oz) smoked salmon slices 6 hard-boiled eggs, halved
- Fresh Produce: 1 cup fresh cranberries (for garnish) 1 cup red grapes 1 cup sliced cucumber 1 small bunch radishes, thinly sliced 1 cup pomegranate arils 1/2 cup fresh dill sprigs 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Extras & Toppings: 1/4 cup capers 1/4 cup sliced red onions 1/4 cup chopped chives 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the sliced cranberry and plain bagels in a circular or oval pattern on a large serving board or platter.
- Step 2:
- Place the cream cheese, cranberry cream cheese, and honey in small serving bowls with spreading knives.
- Step 3:
- Neatly fan out the smoked salmon, hard-boiled eggs, and cucumber slices around the bagels.
- Step 4:
- Add red grapes, radish slices, pomegranate arils, and fresh cranberries in small clusters for color and variety.
- Step 5:
- Fill in gaps with lemon wedges, capers, red onions, dill sprigs, and nuts.
- Step 6:
- Sprinkle chopped chives over the cream cheese bowls for freshness.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, allowing guests to assemble their own bagels with desired toppings.
Save to Pinterest My family loves gathering around this board, especially when we add sparkling mimosas and enjoy the festive flavors together.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Small bowls for spreads and toppings Spreading knives or spoons Sharp knife (for slicing vegetables and bagels)
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (bagels), Milk (cream cheese), Fish (smoked salmon), Eggs, Tree nuts (pecans or walnuts) May contain traces of sesame if using sesame bagels Always check ingredient labels for additional allergens or cross-contamination
Nutritional Information
Calories: 410 Total Fat: 15 g Carbohydrates: 54 g Protein: 17 g per serving
Save to Pinterest This recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings and can be easily adapted for different dietary needs.
Answers to Recipe Questions
- → Can this board be made vegetarian?
Yes, omit the smoked salmon and replace it with hummus or roasted vegetables to suit vegetarian preferences.
- → What types of bagels work best for this spread?
Mini cranberry bagels paired with plain or sesame mini bagels create a balanced flavor and attractive presentation.
- → How should the spreads be prepared for serving?
Whipped cream cheese and cranberry cream cheese blended with cranberry sauce are placed in small bowls alongside honey for easy spreading.
- → What fresh produce adds color and texture to the board?
Red grapes, sliced cucumber, radishes, pomegranate arils, and fresh cranberries offer vibrant colors and fresh textures.
- → Are there suggestions for pairing beverages with this board?
Pairing with sparkling wine, mimosas, or hot cider complements the festive flavors and enhances the brunch experience.
- → Can nuts be substituted or omitted?
Toasted pecans or walnuts add crunch but can be omitted or replaced with preferred nuts based on dietary needs or taste.