Lamb Face Fruit Cheese Platter (Printable)

A playful fruit and cheese display shaped like a lamb's face, perfect for baby showers and parties.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 8.8 oz mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
02 - 3.5 oz cream cheese (for spreading and shaping)
03 - 2.8 oz black olives (for eyes and nose)

→ Fruits

04 - 2 large green apples
05 - 1 large pear (for the face base)
06 - 1 cup seedless green grapes
07 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
08 - 1 cup blueberries

→ Other

09 - 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for drizzling)
10 - Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
11 - 8 rice crackers or round crackers (for serving, optional)

# Directions:

01 - Wash and dry all fruit thoroughly. Slice the pear lengthwise to form the lamb face shape. Cut green apples into thin wedges for the ears.
02 - Place the pear half in the center of a large platter as the base of the lamb's face.
03 - Arrange mozzarella balls closely around the pear to create the lamb's fluffy wool.
04 - Position apple wedges on either side of the face to mimic lamb ears.
05 - Place black olives as eyes and nose; slice olives to desired size and shape.
06 - Use blueberries and grapes to fill any spaces and add color around the wool and platter base.
07 - Dot cream cheese beneath eyes and nose to secure pieces; optionally add a smiling mouth with cream cheese.
08 - Decorate with fresh mint leaves for vibrancy.
09 - Drizzle honey lightly over fruit and cheese if desired.
10 - Serve immediately with crackers or alone.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free
  • Fun and creative presentation
02 -
  • Try using mini mozzarella balls for easier shaping
  • Substitute other fruits such as strawberries or raspberries for more color
03 -
  • Use fresh fruit to ensure the best appearance and taste
  • Prepare the platter just before serving to keep fruit vibrant
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