Never underestimate the power of a great spread. Be it fruit-based or cheese-based, a great spread can complete a quick breakfast, afternoon snack, or memorable midnight nibble. From Christine Ferber's famed jams via Alsace, to a chunky peach jam at Blue Hill Cafe and boozy apple preserves by Anarchy in a Jar, we've found you five fruit and cheese spreads to love. More

Imagine a glorious apricot number with halved vanilla beans tucked into the jar, apples scented with cinnamon, plums with red wine, and a picture-perfect classic jam made with strawberries from Alsace, all equally addictive. More

And while it might sound ridiculous to have chocolate early in the morning, you'll kick yourself later if you don't pick up Oriol Balaguer Chocolate Pods ($2.50 each) as an afternoon sweet. More