Bunny Face Fruit Salad

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This vibrant fruit platter transforms everyday fresh fruits like strawberries, bananas, blueberries, and kiwi into a charming bunny face. Ideal for Easter brunch or any festive occasion, it combines natural sweetness with playful presentation to delight both children and adults. The arrangement involves careful slicing and placement to create ears, cheeks, eyes, and even whiskers with baby carrots. Optional marshmallows add a touch of whimsy, while a mix of green grapes and pineapple chunks frame the image with bright pops of color. Easy to prepare and gluten-free, it suits vegetarian diets and invites seasonal fruit swaps for variety.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:04:00 GMT
Vibrant Bunny Face Fruit Salad Platter, featuring juicy strawberries and colorful fruit, ready to serve for Easter brunch fun. Save to Pinterest
Vibrant Bunny Face Fruit Salad Platter, featuring juicy strawberries and colorful fruit, ready to serve for Easter brunch fun. | krispyrecipes.com

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.
This Bunny Face Fruit Salad, bursting with fresh berries and pineapple, will be the sweetest addition to your table. Save to Pinterest
This Bunny Face Fruit Salad, bursting with fresh berries and pineapple, will be the sweetest addition to your table. | krispyrecipes.com

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

Festive and fun, a beautifully arranged Bunny Face Fruit Salad for a visually appealing, healthy snack or dessert. Save to Pinterest
Festive and fun, a beautifully arranged Bunny Face Fruit Salad for a visually appealing, healthy snack or dessert. | krispyrecipes.com

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.

Bunny Face Fruit Salad

Colorful bunny face made of fresh fruits arranged for a festive and healthy brunch centerpiece.

Prep Duration
20 minutes
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Overall Time
20 minutes
Created by Mia Harper

Recipe Type Holiday Favorites

Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type American

Total Portions 6 Serving Size

Dietary Considerations Veggie-Friendly, No Dairy, No Gluten

What You’ll Need

Bunny Face

01 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 1 large banana, sliced
03 1 cup blueberries
04 1 cup blackberries
05 1 cup green grapes, halved
06 1 cup pineapple chunks
07 2 large kiwis, peeled and sliced
08 1 small apple, cored and thinly sliced
09 12 mini marshmallows (optional, for teeth and cheeks)
10 2 dried cranberries or blueberries (for eyes)
11 2 thin baby carrots (for whiskers)
12 1 slice cantaloupe or watermelon, cut into an oval (for nose)

How to Make It

Step 01

Prepare fruits: Wash, peel, and slice all fruits as indicated and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 02

Arrange bunny face base: On a large round platter, arrange strawberry slices in an oval shape at the center to form the bunny's face.

Step 03

Form ears: Place banana slices for the inner ear shapes above the face, then surround with kiwi slices to complete each ear.

Step 04

Create cheeks: Position blueberries and blackberries along the lower edges of the face to shape the cheeks.

Step 05

Add whiskers: Use apple slices to form long whiskers extending from each side of the face.

Step 06

Place eyes: Position two dried cranberries or blueberries as eyes above the cheeks.

Step 07

Add nose: Place the oval cantaloupe or watermelon slice centrally on the face to represent the nose.

Step 08

Form teeth and cheeks fluff: Arrange mini marshmallows beneath the nose as teeth and scatter a few on the cheeks for fluffiness.

Step 09

Decorate border: Surround the bunny face with green grapes and pineapple chunks to create a colorful border.

Step 10

Add carrot whiskers: Place thin baby carrot sticks as additional whiskers if desired. Chill until ready to serve.

Tools You’ll Need

  • Large round platter
  • Sharp knife
  • Small bowls for fruit preparation
  • Paper towels

Possible Allergens

Double-check each ingredient for allergens and consult an expert if you're unsure.
  • Contains marshmallows which may contain gelatin or other allergens depending on brand.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

This data is for informational purposes and shouldn't replace professional advice.
  • Calorie Count: 95
  • Total Fat: 0.5 grams
  • Total Carbohydrates: 24 grams
  • Protein Content: 1 grams