Bunny Face Fruit Salad

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This delightful bunny face uses a variety of fresh fruits arranged creatively to form a whimsical, healthy centerpiece. Strawberry slices shape the face, while banana and kiwi create the ears. Blueberries, blackberries, and apple slices add detail, with marshmallows and baby carrots enhancing the playful look. Ideal for an easy, no-cook dish that suits brunches or kids' celebrations, it's gluten-free and can be modified for vegan preferences by omitting marshmallows.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:21:00 GMT
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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 fun food presentations for family gatherings and this bunny face fruit salad is an absolute favorite.

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 as needed Pat dry with a paper towel
Arrange strawberries:
Place slices in an oval in the center for the bunny's face
Create ears:
Use banana slices for inner ears then surround with kiwi slices
Cheeks:
Place blueberries and blackberries along lower edges
Whiskers:
Use apple slices to form long whiskers on each side
Eyes:
Position two dried cranberries or blueberries as eyes
Nose:
Place oval cantaloupe or watermelon slice in center
Teeth and cheeks:
Use mini marshmallows under nose and on cheeks for fluff
Border:
Arrange green grapes and pineapple chunks around face
Add whiskers:
Place baby carrot sticks as whiskers if desired Chill until ready
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This fun salad always brings smiles at our family brunches and gets the kids excited to eat healthy fruit.

Required Tools

Large round platter sharp knife small bowls for prepping fruit paper towels

Allergen Information

Contains marshmallows which may contain gelatin or allergens depending on brand Fruit salad is naturally gluten-free and nut-free check labels if using packaged items

Nutritional Information

Per serving calories 95 Total Fat 0.5 g Carbohydrates 24 g Protein 1 g

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This colorful bunny face fruit salad is a delightful way to enjoy fresh fruit any time of year.

Recipe FAQs

What fruits are best for the bunny face design?

Fresh strawberries, bananas, kiwi, blueberries, blackberries, green grapes, pineapple, and apple slices work perfectly to create detailed shapes and colors.

How can I make this dish vegan-friendly?

Simply omit the mini marshmallows or substitute them with vegan marshmallow alternatives to maintain the look and keep it vegan.

Can I prepare this in advance?

It's best assembled shortly before serving to keep the fruits fresh and vibrant, preventing browning and sogginess.

What tools do I need to assemble the platter?

A sharp knife for slicing fruits, a large round platter for arranging, and paper towels for drying fruits prior to assembly are recommended.

Are there any allergens to be aware of?

The marshmallows may contain gelatin or other allergens depending on the brand. The fruit selection is naturally gluten-free and nut-free.

Bunny Face Fruit Salad

Colorful bunny face arrangement using strawberries, banana, kiwi, and berries for a vibrant, fresh presentation.

Prep Duration
20 min
0
Overall duration
20 min
Posted by Fabulous dishes by Vanessa Collins


Skill level Easy

Cuisine style American

Servings made 6 Number of servings

Dietary details Vegetarian-friendly, Without dairy, No gluten

Ingredient list

Fruit

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 kiwi, peeled and sliced
08 1 small apple, cored and thinly sliced
09 1 slice cantaloupe or watermelon, cut into an oval

Decoration

01 12 mini marshmallows (optional, for teeth and cheeks)
02 2 dried cranberries or blueberries (for eyes)
03 2 thin baby carrots (for whiskers)

Step-by-Step Guide

Instruction 01

Prepare Fruit: Wash, peel, and slice all fruit as required. Pat dry with a paper towel.

Instruction 02

Form Face Base: Arrange strawberry slices in an oval shape at the center of a large round platter.

Instruction 03

Create Ears: Place banana slices above the face to form inner ears, then surround them with kiwi slices to complete the ear shapes.

Instruction 04

Add Cheeks: Position blueberries and blackberries along the lower edges of the face to create cheeks.

Instruction 05

Arrange Whiskers: Lay apple slices on each side of the face as long whiskers.

Instruction 06

Place Eyes: Set two dried cranberries or blueberries on the face to represent eyes.

Instruction 07

Add Nose: Center the oval slice of cantaloupe or watermelon to serve as the nose.

Instruction 08

Position Teeth and Cheek Fluff: Use mini marshmallows beneath the nose for teeth and a few on the cheeks for fluffy accents.

Instruction 09

Create Border: Surround the bunny face with green grapes and pineapple chunks to form a colorful border.

Instruction 10

Add Whisker Details: Optionally, place baby carrot sticks as additional whiskers. Chill until ready to serve.

Equipment needed

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

Allergy details

Take a moment to check each ingredient for possible allergens. Always reach out to a medical expert if you're unsure.
  • Contains marshmallows which may include gelatin or allergens depending on the brand.

Nutrition details by serving

These details help guide you, but be sure to consult a healthcare professional when needed.
  • Kcal: 95
  • Lipids: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Protein: 1 g