Save to Pins A whimsical and healthy fruit salad arranged as a bunny face—perfect for Easter brunch and sure to delight kids and adults alike.
This fruit salad has been a hit at every family brunch I have served it to, especially delighting the kids.
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries: hulled and sliced
- 1 large banana: sliced
- 1 cup blueberries: fresh
- 1 cup blackberries: fresh
- 1 cup green grapes: halved
- 1 cup pineapple chunks: fresh
- 2 large kiwi: peeled and sliced
- 1 small apple: cored and sliced thin
- 12 mini marshmallows: for teeth and cheeks, optional
- 2 dried cranberries or blueberries: for eyes
- 2 thin baby carrots: for whiskers
- 1 slice of cantaloupe or watermelon: cut into an oval for nose
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Prepare all fruit by washing, peeling, and slicing as needed. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- Step 2:
- On a large round platter, arrange strawberry slices in an oval in the center for the bunnys face.
- Step 3:
- Use banana slices to create the inner ear shapes above the face, then surround them with kiwi slices to complete the ears.
- Step 4:
- Place blueberries and blackberries along the lower edges for the bunnys cheeks.
- Step 5:
- Use apple slices to form long whiskers on each side of the face.
- Step 6:
- Position two dried cranberries or blueberries as eyes.
- Step 7:
- Place the oval cantaloupe or watermelon slice in the center for a nose.
- Step 8:
- Use mini marshmallows to form bunny teeth under the nose and a couple on the cheeks for fluff.
- Step 9:
- Arrange green grapes and pineapple chunks around the bunny face as a colorful border.
- Step 10:
- Add baby carrot sticks as whiskers if desired. Chill until ready to serve.
Save to Pins This recipe creates a special bonding moment as family members contribute arranging their favorite fruits on the bunny face platter.
Notes
Serve with honey-yogurt dip or a side of granola for extra flavor.
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. The fruit salad is naturally gluten-free and nut-free.
Save to Pins This bunny face fruit salad is not only tasty but also brings joy to the table with its playful appearance.
Questions & Answers
- → What fruits are used for the bunny face?
Strawberries, bananas, kiwis, blueberries, blackberries, green grapes, pineapple, apple, cantaloupe or watermelon, and optional dried cranberries are used to create the bunny face design.
- → How do I assemble the bunny ears?
Layer banana slices to form the inner ears, then surround them with kiwi slices to complete the ears’ shape.
- → Can this be made vegan?
Yes, simply omit the mini marshmallows or substitute with vegan-friendly alternatives to keep it fully plant-based.
- → What tools are needed for preparation?
A large round platter, sharp knife, small bowls for prepping fruit, and paper towels are helpful to assemble this platter.
- → How should the fruit be prepared before assembling?
Wash all fruit thoroughly, peel and slice as needed, then pat dry to ensure a neat presentation on the platter.