Lamb Face Fruit Cheese Platter (Print Version)

Fresh fruit and cheeses creatively arranged to resemble a lamb's face for festive occasions.

# What You'll 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 (optional, for serving)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Slice the pear lengthwise to form the lamb's face base. Cut green apples into thin wedges to create the ears.
02 - Place the pear half in the center of a large serving platter to represent the lamb's face.
03 - Position mozzarella balls tightly around the pear to simulate fluffy wool surrounding the face.
04 - Arrange apple wedges on either side of the pear to resemble lamb's ears.
05 - Place black olives to form the eyes and nose, slicing them as necessary for appropriate size and shape.
06 - Distribute blueberries and both green and red grapes around the mozzarella and base to add color and fill spaces.
07 - Dot cream cheese behind the olives to secure them in place and optionally use cream cheese to form a smiling mouth.
08 - Decorate with fresh mint leaves for a vibrant finish.
09 - Lightly drizzle honey over the fruit and cheese for added sweetness, if desired.
10 - Present immediately with rice or round crackers, or serve without accompaniment.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Vegetarian and Gluten-Free
  • Easy to assemble and visually impressive
02 -
  • Try using mini mozzarella balls for easier shaping
  • Substitute other fruits such as strawberries or raspberries for more color
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife to neatly slice the pear for a clear face shape
  • Chill all ingredients before assembling to keep fresh longer
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