Introduction
A brunch toast board is an easy way to let everyone build their own perfect bite while you keep hosting relaxed. Pile toasted bread, colorful spreads, fresh toppings, and a few fun extras onto one big board, and guests will naturally gather around. These New Year toast-board ideas are simple to prep, highly customizable, and pretty enough for photos before anyone takes the first slice.
1. Avocado Sunrise Toast Board
Creamy avocado and jammy eggs bring a fresh, savory feel to a New Year morning.
Ingredients
- Sourdough bread, sliced — 10–12 slices
- Ripe avocados — 4
- Soft-boiled eggs — 8
- Cherry tomatoes, halved — 2 cups
- Lime wedges — 4
- Extra-virgin olive oil — 3 tbsp
- Red pepper flakes — 1 tsp
- Sea salt — 1 tsp
- Black pepper — ½ tsp
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange bread slices on a sheet pan and brush lightly with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Toast in the oven 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until edges are crisp and centers are still tender.
- While bread toasts, cook soft-boiled eggs (about 7 minutes in gently boiling water), then cool, peel, and halve.
- Halve avocados, remove pits, and slice. Toss tomatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
How to Serve It
Arrange toast on the board, then fan avocado, eggs, and tomatoes on top or in small piles nearby. Set out lime wedges, the remaining olive oil, red pepper flakes, and extra salt so guests can build their own avocado toasts.
2. Smoked Salmon & Herby Cream Toast Board
This board feels a bit fancy but is easy to assemble with store-bought salmon and simple toppings.
Ingredients
- Rye or pumpernickel bread, sliced — 10–12 slices
- Smoked salmon — 10 oz (280 g)
- Cream cheese, softened — 8 oz (225 g)
- Fresh dill, chopped — 2 tbsp (plus extra sprigs)
- Lemon zest — 1 tsp
- Lemon wedges — 4–6
- Capers — 3 tbsp
- Red onion, thinly sliced — ½ cup
- Black pepper — ½ tsp
Instructions
- Toast bread slices in a toaster or under the broiler on HIGH for 1–2 minutes per side until just crisp. Let cool slightly.
- Stir cream cheese, chopped dill, lemon zest, and black pepper together until smooth.
- Slice smoked salmon into ribbons.
How to Serve It
Spread the herby cream cheese on some toasts and leave a bowl for DIY assembly. Arrange salmon, onion, capers, and lemon wedges in piles around the board so guests can layer their own lox-style toast.
3. Whipped Ricotta & Berry Toast Board
Light, creamy ricotta pairs beautifully with sweet berries and honey for a bright brunch board.
Ingredients
- Country or sourdough bread, sliced — 10–12 slices
- Whole-milk ricotta — 2 cups
- Heavy cream — ¼ cup
- Honey — 4 tbsp (plus extra for drizzling)
- Vanilla extract — 1 tsp
- Mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) — 3 cups
- Chopped pistachios or almonds — ½ cup
- Mint leaves — ¼ cup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place bread slices on a baking sheet and toast 8–10 minutes, turning once, until lightly crisp.
- In a bowl, beat ricotta, heavy cream, honey, and vanilla with a whisk or hand mixer until fluffy.
- Rinse and dry berries; slice strawberries if large.
How to Serve It
Spread some toast with whipped ricotta and berries, then place extra ricotta, berries, nuts, honey, and mint in small bowls on the board so everyone can create their own sweet stacks.
4. Mediterranean Hummus Toast Board
Hummus, crunchy vegetables, and briny extras create a colorful, plant-forward toast spread.
Ingredients
- Rustic bread (ciabatta or sourdough), sliced — 12 slices
- Hummus — 2 cups
- Cucumber, thinly sliced — 1 large
- Cherry tomatoes, halved — 2 cups
- Kalamata olives, pitted — 1 cup
- Feta cheese, crumbled — ¾ cup
- Extra-virgin olive oil — 3 tbsp
- Lemon wedges — 4
- Fresh parsley, chopped — ¼ cup
- Salt & pepper — to taste
Instructions
- Toast bread in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 7–9 minutes, until edges are firm but centers still have a bit of softness.
- Stir 1 tbsp olive oil into the hummus for easier spreading.
- Slice vegetables and chop parsley.
How to Serve It
Spread hummus on some toasts and leave a bowl of hummus on the board. Arrange cucumber, tomatoes, olives, feta, parsley, lemon wedges, and a small dish of olive oil so guests can pile on Mediterranean flavors.
5. Caprese Toast Board
Classic caprese ingredients look extra pretty layered on crisp toast.
Ingredients
- Italian bread or ciabatta, sliced — 12 slices
- Fresh mozzarella, sliced — 12 oz (340 g)
- Tomatoes, sliced — 3 medium
- Fresh basil leaves — 1 cup
- Extra-virgin olive oil — 3 tbsp
- Balsamic glaze — 3 tbsp
- Sea salt — ¾ tsp
- Black pepper — ½ tsp
Instructions
- Brush bread slices with olive oil. Toast at 400°F (200°C) for 6–8 minutes, until edges are golden.
- Slice mozzarella and tomatoes. Pat tomato slices dry with a paper towel to avoid sogginess.
How to Serve It
Set toast on the board, then top some slices with mozzarella, tomato, basil, and a light drizzle of balsamic glaze. Leave extra mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and glaze nearby so guests can build their own stacks.
6. Nut Butter & Fruit Toast Board
Creamy spreads and juicy fruit make this an easy, family-friendly board.
Ingredients
- Whole-grain bread, sliced — 12 slices
- Peanut butter — ½ cup
- Almond butter — ½ cup
- Bananas, sliced — 3
- Mixed berries — 2 cups
- Apple slices — 2 cups
- Honey — 4 tbsp
- Chia seeds — 2 tbsp
- Granola — 1 cup
Instructions
- Toast bread in a toaster or at 375°F (190°C) for 7–9 minutes until lightly crisp.
- Slice bananas and apples just before serving to keep them fresh-looking.
How to Serve It
Spread some toast with nut butters and top with fruit, chia seeds, and granola. Place extra spreads, fruit, honey, and crunchy toppings in small bowls so guests can create sweet combinations.
7. Prosciutto, Fig & Goat Cheese Toast Board
Salty prosciutto, tangy goat cheese, and sweet figs come together in balanced bites.
Ingredients
- Baguette, sliced on a diagonal — 16–18 slices
- Goat cheese — 8 oz (225 g)
- Fresh figs, sliced — 8–10
- Prosciutto slices — 8, torn into strips
- Honey — 3 tbsp
- Fresh rosemary, chopped — 1 tbsp (plus sprigs)
- Olive oil — 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Brush baguette slices with olive oil. Toast at 400°F (200°C) for 5–7 minutes until edges are golden.
- Let toasts cool slightly, then spread with goat cheese.
- Top with fig slices and prosciutto ribbons.
How to Serve It
Arrange prepared toasts on the board, drizzle lightly with honey, and sprinkle with chopped rosemary. Add extra figs and rosemary sprigs around the edges for a lush look.
8. Breakfast Egg & Cheese Toast Board
Eggs and cheese on toast turn a snack-style board into a filling brunch centerpiece.
Ingredients
- Thick-cut bread, sliced — 12 slices
- Large eggs — 10
- Whole milk or cream — ¼ cup
- Shredded cheddar cheese — 1 ½ cups
- Cooked bacon, crumbled — 1 cup
- Butter — 3 tbsp
- Chopped scallions — ¼ cup
- Salt — ¾ tsp
- Black pepper — ½ tsp
Instructions
- Toast bread at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes until lightly crisp.
- Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Melt butter in a large nonstick pan over medium-low heat.
- Cook eggs slowly, stirring often, until soft and creamy.
- Stir in 1 cup cheddar to melt into the eggs.
How to Serve It
Spoon eggs onto toast right before serving, then top with remaining cheddar, bacon, and scallions. Place hot sauce nearby for those who like extra kick.
9. French Toast-Inspired Toast Board
This board mimics French toast toppings, but uses quick oven toast instead of soaking slices.
Ingredients
- Brioche or challah, sliced — 12 slices
- Butter, melted — 4 tbsp
- Granulated sugar — 3 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon — 1 ½ tsp
- Mixed berries — 2 cups
- Whipped cream — 2 cups
- Powdered sugar — 2 tbsp
- Maple syrup — ½ cup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place bread on a baking sheet, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar (mix sugar and cinnamon first).
- Bake 7–9 minutes until edges are golden and centers are just crisp.
How to Serve It
Move toast to the board and surround with bowls of berries, whipped cream, powdered sugar, and syrup so guests can assemble dessert-style bites.
10. Burrata & Roasted Tomato Toast Board
Creamy burrata and sweet roasted tomatoes feel rich but simple to pull together.
Ingredients
- Rustic sourdough, sliced — 10–12 slices
- Burrata cheese — 2 balls (8 oz / 225 g total)
- Cherry tomatoes — 3 cups
- Olive oil — 4 tbsp (divided)
- Garlic cloves, minced — 2
- Salt — 1 tsp
- Black pepper — ½ tsp
- Fresh basil leaves — ½ cup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss tomatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, garlic, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast 15–20 minutes until blistered.
- Brush bread with remaining olive oil and toast on a second tray for 6–8 minutes until crisp.
How to Serve It
Place toast on the board, tear burrata over the slices, and spoon warm roasted tomatoes on top. Finish with basil leaves, extra salt, and pepper.
11. Rustic Tapenade Toast Board
Briny olive tapenade and roasted peppers add depth to every crunchy slice.
Ingredients
- Rustic baguette, sliced — 16–18 slices
- Olive tapenade — 1 ½ cups
- Roasted red peppers, sliced — 1 cup
- Shaved Parmesan — ½ cup
- Fresh parsley, chopped — ¼ cup
- Olive oil — 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Toast baguette slices at 400°F (200°C) for 5–7 minutes, until lightly golden.
- Warm tapenade slightly over low heat or let it stand at room temperature for easier spreading.
How to Serve It
Spread tapenade on some toasts and leave extra in a small bowl. Arrange roasted peppers, Parmesan, and parsley so guests can layer more toppings over the tapenade.
12. Avocado, Feta & Pomegranate Toast Board
Creamy, salty, and sweet elements combine into a bright, festive toast board.
Ingredients
- Multigrain bread, sliced — 12 slices
- Ripe avocados — 4
- Feta cheese, crumbled — ¾ cup
- Pomegranate arils — 1 cup
- Lime juice — 2 tbsp
- Olive oil — 3 tbsp
- Salt — ¾ tsp
- Black pepper — ½ tsp
Instructions
- Toast bread in a toaster or at 375°F (190°C) for 7–9 minutes.
- In a bowl, mash avocados with lime juice, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper.
- Prep pomegranate arils if using a whole fruit.
How to Serve It
Spread avocado mash on warm toast, then top with feta and pomegranate. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle remaining salt and pepper just before serving.
13. Brie, Apple & Honey Toast Board
Soft brie, crisp apple, and honey create a mellow, crowd-friendly combination.
Ingredients
- French bread, sliced — 12–14 slices
- Brie cheese, sliced — 10 oz (280 g)
- Apples, thinly sliced — 2
- Honey — 4 tbsp
- Chopped walnuts — ½ cup
- Fresh thyme leaves — 1 tbsp
- Olive oil — 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Brush bread with olive oil and toast at 400°F (200°C) for 5–7 minutes.
- While toast is still hot, place brie slices on top so they gently soften.
- Add apple slices over the brie.
How to Serve It
Arrange toasts on the board, drizzle honey generously, and sprinkle with walnuts and thyme. Serve right away while the brie is soft.
14. Spicy Smashed Chickpea Toast Board
Smashed chickpeas bring fiber and gentle heat to a satisfying brunch toast spread.
Ingredients
- Whole-grain bread, sliced — 12 slices
- Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed — 2 cans (15 oz / 425 g each)
- Olive oil — 3 tbsp
- Lemon juice — 3 tbsp
- Garlic, minced — 1 clove
- Smoked paprika — 1 tsp
- Red pepper flakes — ½ tsp
- Salt — 1 tsp
- Fresh parsley, chopped — ¼ cup
Instructions
- Toast bread at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes.
- In a bowl, roughly mash chickpeas with a fork or potato masher.
- Stir in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and parsley until combined.
How to Serve It
Pile chickpea mixture onto toast slices and place lemon wedges on the board for extra brightness. Offer extra red pepper flakes for those who like more spice.
15. New Year Brunch “Bagel Toast” Board
Turn toast into a bagel-style spread with classic deli toppings.
Ingredients
- Dense white or whole-wheat bread, sliced — 12–14 slices
- Cream cheese — 8 oz (225 g)
- Smoked salmon — 8 oz (225 g)
- Sliced cucumber — 1 cup
- Sliced tomato — 1 cup
- Red onion rings — ½ cup
- Capers — 3 tbsp
- Fresh dill — ¼ cup
- Lemon wedges — 4
Instructions
- Toast bread until crisp at 375°F (190°C) for 7–9 minutes, or in a toaster.
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature for easier spreading.
- Prep sliced vegetables and dill.
How to Serve It
Spread cream cheese on some toast slices and top a few with full “bagel” combinations. Arrange remaining toppings in piles so guests can mix and match flavors.
16. Caramelized Onion & Gruyère Toast Board
Sweet onions and nutty Gruyère taste like French onion soup in toast form.
Ingredients
- Sourdough bread, sliced — 10–12 slices
- Yellow onions, thinly sliced — 3 large
- Butter — 3 tbsp
- Olive oil — 1 tbsp
- Salt — 1 tsp
- Black pepper — ½ tsp
- Gruyère cheese, shredded — 1 ½ cups
- Fresh thyme leaves — 1 tbsp
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt butter and olive oil over medium-low heat.
- Add onions and ½ tsp salt; cook 30–35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deeply golden. Season with remaining salt and pepper.
- Toast bread at 400°F (200°C) for 5–7 minutes.
- Top toast with onions and Gruyère. Return to oven for 3–5 minutes until cheese melts.
How to Serve It
Arrange the cheesy toasts on a board and garnish with thyme. Serve warm for maximum melty goodness.
17. Caponata & Ricotta Toast Board
Eggplant caponata and creamy ricotta create a rich, sweet-savory brunch option.
Ingredients
- Rustic Italian bread, sliced — 12 slices
- Olive oil — 4 tbsp (divided)
- Eggplant, diced — 3 cups
- Red onion, diced — 1 cup
- Celery, diced — ½ cup
- Garlic, minced — 2 cloves
- Crushed tomatoes — ½ cup
- Red wine vinegar — 2 tbsp
- Capers — 2 tbsp
- Sugar — 1 tbsp
- Salt — 1 tsp
- Black pepper — ½ tsp
- Ricotta — 1 ½ cups
- Fresh basil — ¼ cup
Instructions
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add eggplant and cook 8–10 minutes until lightly browned.
- Add onion, celery, and garlic; cook 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, vinegar, capers, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer 10 minutes; cool slightly.
- Toast bread with remaining oil at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes.
How to Serve It
Spoon caponata onto the toast and top with ricotta and basil. Place extra caponata in a bowl for additional spoonfuls.
18. New Year Brunch “Everything” Seed Toast Board
Everything seasoning adds a familiar bagel-shop flavor to simple toast.
Ingredients
- Whole-grain bread, sliced — 12 slices
- Olive oil — 3 tbsp
- Everything bagel seasoning — 3 tbsp
- Cream cheese — 8 oz (225 g)
- Avocado, sliced — 2
- Hard-boiled eggs, sliced — 4
- Cherry tomatoes, halved — 1 cup
- Cucumber slices — 1 cup
Instructions
- Brush bread slices with olive oil and sprinkle generously with everything seasoning.
- Toast at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes until crisp.
- Prep sliced toppings while toast bakes.
How to Serve It
Spread some toast with cream cheese and layer on toppings. Place all extras in small piles so guests can build different everything-style bites.
19. Sweet Ricotta & Jam Toast Board
Creamy ricotta and jewel-toned jams feel simple yet special for brunch.
Ingredients
- Country bread, sliced — 12 slices
- Ricotta cheese — 2 cups
- Honey — 2 tbsp
- Vanilla extract — ½ tsp
- Assorted jams (3 flavors) — 1 jar each
- Fresh berries or sliced fruit — 2 cups
- Mint leaves — ¼ cup
Instructions
- Toast bread in a toaster or at 375°F (190°C) for 7–9 minutes.
- Stir ricotta with honey and vanilla until smooth.
How to Serve It
Spread ricotta on toast, then top with different jams and fruit. Arrange jam jars and extra fruit on the board so guests can taste several combinations.
20. Spiced Roasted Veggie Toast Board
Roasted vegetables turn toast into a satisfying savory option that still looks bright.
Ingredients
- Multigrain bread, sliced — 12 slices
- Carrots, sliced — 1 cup
- Bell peppers, sliced — 1 cup
- Zucchini, sliced — 1 cup
- Red onion, sliced — 1 cup
- Olive oil — 3 tbsp
- Smoked paprika — 1 tsp
- Dried oregano — 1 tsp
- Salt — 1 tsp
- Black pepper — ½ tsp
- Greek yogurt — 1 cup
- Lemon juice — 1 tbsp
- Garlic, grated — 1 small clove
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss veggies with olive oil, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Spread on a sheet pan and roast 18–22 minutes, stirring once, until tender and slightly charred.
- Toast bread on a second tray for 7–9 minutes.
- Mix yogurt, lemon juice, and garlic for a quick sauce.
How to Serve It
Top toast with roasted veggies and drizzle with yogurt sauce. Place extra sauce in a bowl for dipping.
21. Pear, Blue Cheese & Walnut Toast Board
Sweet pear, sharp blue cheese, and crunchy walnuts create a sophisticated flavor mix.
Ingredients
- Ciabatta, sliced — 12 slices
- Pears, thinly sliced — 3
- Blue cheese, crumbled — ¾ cup
- Toasted walnuts — ½ cup
- Honey — 3 tbsp
- Olive oil — 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Brush ciabatta slices with olive oil and toast at 400°F (200°C) for 5–7 minutes.
- While toast is warm, layer pear slices on top and sprinkle with blue cheese and walnuts.
How to Serve It
Place toasts on the board and drizzle lightly with honey right before serving. Add extra pear slices around the board for color.
22. New Year “Sweet & Savory Mix” Toast Board
This board offers both sweet and savory toast options in one display.
Ingredients
- Mixed breads (sourdough, whole-grain, brioche), sliced — 16–18 slices
- Avocado, sliced — 2
- Smoked salmon — 6 oz (170 g)
- Soft-boiled eggs — 6
- Cream cheese — 6 oz (170 g)
- Whipped ricotta — 1 cup
- Mixed berries — 2 cups
- Nut butter — ½ cup
- Honey — ¼ cup
- Chocolate-hazelnut spread — ½ cup
- Olive oil — 3 tbsp
- Salt, pepper, herbs — as desired
Instructions
- Arrange all bread slices on sheet pans, brush with olive oil, and toast at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes.
- Prep all toppings: slice avocado and eggs, portion salmon, wash and dry berries, and soften spreads.
How to Serve It
Dedicate one side of the board to savory toppings and the other to sweet. Set out small spoons and knives so guests can build both types of toast.
23. Spicy Avocado & Chorizo Toast Board
Smoky chorizo and creamy avocado deliver big flavor with very little prep.
Ingredients
- Rustic bread, sliced — 12 slices
- Fresh chorizo, casing removed — ¾ lb (340 g)
- Ripe avocados — 3
- Lime juice — 2 tbsp
- Salt — ¾ tsp
- Black pepper — ½ tsp
- Fried or poached eggs — 6 (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped — ¼ cup
- Olive oil — 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Cook chorizo in a skillet over medium heat for 7–9 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain excess fat.
- Toast bread at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes with a light brush of olive oil.
- Mash avocados with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
How to Serve It
Spread avocado on warm toast, spoon on chorizo, and top some slices with eggs. Finish with cilantro and extra lime wedges.
24. Winter Citrus & Mascarpone Toast Board
Tangy citrus and rich mascarpone bring fresh color to a winter table.
Ingredients
- Brioche or soft white bread, sliced — 12 slices
- Mascarpone cheese — 1 ½ cups
- Honey — 3 tbsp
- Oranges, peeled and sliced into rounds — 2
- Blood oranges or grapefruit, sliced — 2
- Chopped pistachios — ½ cup
- Mint leaves — ¼ cup
Instructions
- Toast bread at 375°F (190°C) for 7–9 minutes until lightly golden.
- Stir mascarpone with 1 tbsp honey for gentle sweetness.
- Slice citrus into thin rounds, removing seeds.
How to Serve It
Spread mascarpone on toast, layer citrus slices on top, drizzle with remaining honey, and sprinkle with pistachios and mint. Arrange on the board in colorful rows.
Conclusion
A toast board keeps brunch interactive, relaxed, and full of color—perfect for a New Year gathering where everyone wants to nibble, talk, and go back for “just one more slice.” Mix a few sweet ideas with a couple of savory spreads, prep your toppings ahead, and let guests build their own bites. Save these board combinations for weekends all year long whenever you want an easy, shareable brunch centerpiece.
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