Pin It A charming and whimsical platter featuring fresh fruit and cheeses arranged to resemble a lambs face&mdashperfect for baby showers and festive gatherings.
This platter has always been a hit at family parties especially with kids who love the fun lamb face design.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 250 g mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine), 100 g cream cheese (for spreading and shaping), 80 g black olives (for eyes and nose)
- Fruits: 2 large green apples, 1 large pear (for the face base), 1 cup seedless green grapes, 1 cup seedless red grapes, 1 cup blueberries
- Other: 1 tablespoon honey (optional for drizzling), Fresh mint leaves (for garnish), 8 rice crackers or round crackers (for serving optional)
Instructions
- Prepare all fruit:
- Wash and dry thoroughly. Slice the pear lengthwise to create the lambs face shape. Cut green apples into thin wedges for the ears.
- Assemble face on platter:
- On a large platter lay the pear half in the center as the lambs face.
- Add wool:
- Arrange mozzarella balls closely around the pear to form the fluffy wool around the face.
- Create ears:
- Use apple wedges to create the lambs ears positioning them on either side of the face.
- Add eyes and nose:
- Place black olives to form the eyes and nose slice olives as needed for size and shape.
- Fill gaps:
- Use blueberries and grapes to fill in any gaps and add color around the wool and base of the platter.
- Secure features:
- With a small spoon dot a bit of cream cheese to secure eyes and nose if needed Optionally use cream cheese to add a smiling mouth.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with mint leaves for a fresh vibrant look.
- Drizzle honey:
- Optional Drizzle honey lightly over the fruit and cheese for added sweetness.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately with crackers or as-is.
Pin It This recipe always brings smiles and becomes the centerpiece of our family gatherings.
Required Tools
Large serving platter, Small paring knife, Small spoon, Paper towels (for drying fruit), Toothpicks (optional for securing pieces)
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (mozzarella cream cheese) Contains gluten if using wheat-based crackers—use gluten-free crackers if needed Always check labels for potential allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 175 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 19 g Protein 7 g per serving
Pin It This charming platter is sure to impress and delight your guests every time.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I shape the pear for the lamb’s face?
Slice the pear lengthwise to create a smooth base that resembles the lamb’s face shape, ensuring it sits flat on the platter for stability.
- → What cheese works best for the wool effect?
Small mozzarella balls like bocconcini or ciliegine create a fluffy wool appearance when arranged tightly around the pear.
- → How can I keep the olive pieces in place?
Use small dots of cream cheese as ‘glue’ to secure sliced olives for the eyes and nose, preventing them from slipping off.
- → Can I substitute any fruits for the apples or grapes?
Yes, strawberries or raspberries can replace certain fruits to add different colors while maintaining the overall look.
- → What are good serving options with this platter?
Pair with crunchy crackers, sparkling water, lemonade, or a crisp white wine for a refreshing complement.
- → Is this platter suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes, as long as gluten-free crackers are chosen for serving, the platter remains gluten-free.