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.
This is a recipe I often make for Easter brunch and my family loves how playful and fresh it looks
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 optional for teeth and cheeks
- 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 and pat dry with paper towel
- Arrange Face:
- On a large round platter arrange strawberry slices in an oval in center for bunny's face
- Create Ears:
- Use banana slices to create inner ear shapes above face then surround with kiwi slices to complete ears
- Cheeks:
- Place blueberries and blackberries along lower edges for bunny's cheeks
- Whiskers:
- Use apple slices to form long whiskers on each side of face
- Eyes:
- Position two dried cranberries or blueberries as eyes
- Nose:
- Place oval cantaloupe or watermelon slice in center for nose
- Teeth:
- Use mini marshmallows to form bunny teeth under nose and a couple on cheeks for fluff
- Border:
- Arrange green grapes and pineapple chunks around bunny face as a colorful border
- Whiskers:
- Add baby carrot sticks as whiskers if desired then chill until ready to serve
Save to Pinterest This recipe always brings smiles when served to family and friends at holiday gatherings
Required Tools
Large round platter Sharp knife Small bowls for prepping fruit Paper towels
Allergen Information
Contains marshmallows which may have gelatin or allergens Fruit salad is naturally gluten-free and nut-free but always check labels if using packaged items
Nutritional Information
Per serving Calories 95 Total Fat 0.5 g Carbohydrates 24 g Protein 1 g
Save to Pinterest Serve chilled and enjoy this delightful and healthy treat with loved ones
Ask About This Recipe
- → What fruits are used to make the bunny face?
Strawberries, banana, kiwi, blueberries, blackberries, green grapes, pineapple, apple, cantaloupe or watermelon, and mini marshmallows are used for details.
- → How can I prepare the fruit for the arrangement?
Wash, peel, and slice the fruit as needed, then pat dry with paper towels to avoid excess moisture during assembly.
- → Is this dish suitable for a vegan diet?
To make it vegan, omit the marshmallows or replace them with vegan-friendly alternatives.
- → Can I substitute fruits for seasonal options?
Yes, seasonal fruits like mango, raspberries, or oranges can be used to customize the platter.
- → What tools are needed for assembling the fruit face?
A large round platter, sharp knife, small bowls for prepping fruit, and paper towels for drying are recommended.