Save to Pinterest A whimsical and healthy fruit salad arranged as a bunny face—perfect for Easter brunch and sure to delight kids and adults alike.
I have always enjoyed creating playful food presentations, and this bunny face fruit salad never fails to bring smiles to my family gatherings.
Ingredients
- Strawberries: 2 cups, hulled and sliced
- Banana: 1 large, sliced
- Blueberries: 1 cup
- Blackberries: 1 cup
- Green grapes: 1 cup, halved
- Pineapple chunks: 1 cup
- Kiwi: 2 large, peeled and sliced
- Apple: 1 small, cored and sliced thin
- Mini marshmallows: 12 (for teeth and cheeks, optional)
- Dried cranberries or blueberries: 2 (for eyes)
- Baby carrots: 2 thin (for whiskers)
- Cantaloupe or watermelon slice: 1, cut into an oval (for nose)
Instructions
- Prepare fruit:
- Wash peel and slice all fruit as needed. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- Arrange strawberries:
- Place strawberry slices in an oval in the center for the bunny's face.
- Create ears:
- Use banana slices to create inner ear shapes above the face then surround them with kiwi slices to complete the ears.
- Add cheeks:
- Place blueberries and blackberries along lower edges for the bunny's cheeks.
- Form whiskers:
- Use apple slices to form long whiskers on each side of the face.
- Make eyes:
- Position two dried cranberries or blueberries as eyes.
- Add nose:
- Place the oval cantaloupe or watermelon slice in the center for a nose.
- Add teeth and fluff:
- Use mini marshmallows to form bunny teeth under the nose and a couple on the cheeks for fluff.
- Complete border:
- Arrange green grapes and pineapple chunks around the bunny face as a colorful border.
- Add whiskers:
- Add baby carrot sticks as whiskers if desired. Chill until ready to serve.
Save to Pinterest This recipe always brings joy and sparks creativity at family brunches especially around Easter time.
Required Tools
Large round platter sharp knife small bowls for prepping fruit paper towels
Allergen Information
Contains marshmallows (may contain gelatin or allergens depending on brand) Fruit salad is naturally gluten-free and nut-free but always check labels if using packaged items
Nutritional Information
Calories 95 Total Fat 0.5 g Carbohydrates 24 g Protein 1 g per serving
Save to Pinterest This bunny face fruit salad is a delightful addition to any brunch table sure to impress both young and old.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What fruits are used to create the bunny face?
Strawberries form the base of the face, banana slices create the inner ears, kiwi surrounds the ears, blueberries and blackberries form cheeks, apple slices serve as whiskers, and grapes with pineapple chunks frame the platter.
- → How do you make the bunny's eyes and nose?
Two dried cranberries or blueberries are positioned for the eyes, and an oval slice of cantaloupe or watermelon is placed in the center to represent the nose.
- → Can this fruit display be modified for vegan diets?
Yes, simply omit the mini marshmallows or replace them with vegan-friendly alternatives to keep it plant-based.
- → What tools are recommended to assemble the platter?
A large round platter for arrangement, a sharp knife for slicing, small bowls for prepping fruit, and paper towels to pat fruits dry are helpful for easy assembly.
- → What are some tips for best presentation?
Assemble the platter shortly before serving to keep fruits fresh and vibrant, and consider adding seasonal fruits like mango or raspberries for color variation.