Save to Pinterest A charming and whimsical platter featuring fresh fruit and cheeses arranged to resemble a lambs face—perfect for baby showers and festive gatherings.
This platter was a hit at my last baby shower, with everyone admiring the lambs face design and enjoying the fresh flavors.
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.
- Arrange face base:
- On a large platter, lay the pear half in the center as the lambs face.
- Form 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.
- Place 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.
- Add sweetness:
- Optional Drizzle honey lightly over the fruit and cheese for added sweetness.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately with crackers or as-is.
Save to Pinterest My family loves gathering around this platter during celebrations, making it a centerpiece for joyful moments.
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)
Save to Pinterest This charming lamb face platter is sure to impress guests and add a playful touch to any gathering.
Common Questions
- → How do I shape the lamb's face using fruit?
Slice a large pear lengthwise to serve as the base for the face, then use green apple wedges for the ears, arranging them carefully to mimic the lamb's features.
- → Which cheeses work best for creating the fluffy wool look?
Mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine) are ideal for forming the soft, fluffy wool effect around the face.
- → How can I secure small details like eyes and nose on the platter?
Use small dollops of cream cheese to hold olives in place for eyes and nose, helping features stay secure on the platter.
- → What fruits add color and texture to the arrangement?
Seedless green and red grapes along with blueberries provide vibrant colors and fill gaps around the primary fruit and cheese components.
- → Can this platter be adapted for dietary needs?
Yes, substitute plant-based cheese alternatives for a vegan option and use gluten-free crackers to accommodate dietary restrictions.