Lamb Face Fruit Cheese Platter (Printable)

A whimsical lamb-shaped platter crafted from fresh fruit and cheeses, ideal for festive occasions and snacks.

# What You Need:

→ 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)

# Steps:

01 - Wash and dry all fruit thoroughly. Slice the pear lengthwise to form the shape of the lamb's face. Cut green apples into thin wedges to serve as ears.
02 - Place the pear half centrally on a large serving platter as the lamb's face.
03 - Arrange mozzarella balls tightly around the pear half to emulate fluffy wool surrounding the face.
04 - Position apple wedges on either side of the pear to form the lamb's ears.
05 - Place black olives for eyes and nose; slice olives as needed to adjust size and shape.
06 - Use blueberries and grapes to fill spaces around the wool and base of the platter, adding color and texture.
07 - Dot cream cheese with a small spoon to fix eyes and nose if necessary. Optionally, create a smiling mouth shape with cream cheese.
08 - Decorate with fresh mint leaves to enhance presentation with a vibrant touch.
09 - Drizzle honey lightly over fruit and cheese for added sweetness if desired.
10 - Present immediately with crackers or serve as is.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare and visually stunning
  • Perfect for baby showers and festive gatherings
02 -
  • Try using mini mozzarella balls for easier shaping
  • Substitute other fruits such as strawberries or raspberries for more color
03 -
  • Use mini mozzarella balls for detailed wool effect
  • Drizzle honey just before serving to avoid sogginess
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