Save Pin 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
Save Pin 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
Save Pin 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.