1. Main
  2. Recipe List
  3. Lamb Face Fruit Cheese Platter

Lamb Face Fruit Cheese Platter

Featured in: Simple Family Recipes

This charming platter combines fresh pear, green apple wedges, and soft mozzarella to create a lamb’s face centerpiece. Black olives form expressive eyes and nose, while clusters of grapes and blueberries add vibrant accents around the wooly mozzarella. Cream cheese secures details, with optional honey drizzle and mint garnish enhancing freshness. Perfect for easy, no-cook entertaining with a whimsical touch that delightfully balances flavors and colors.

Save to Pinterest Post Share via Email Get Printable Skip to Recipe
Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:26:00 GMT
Sliced pear with a lamb face fruit and cheese platter is surrounded by fruit jewels. Save to Pinterest
Sliced pear with a lamb face fruit and cheese platter is surrounded by fruit jewels. | bloomoven.com

A charming and whimsical platter featuring fresh fruit and cheeses arranged to resemble a lambs face&mdashperfect for baby showers and festive gatherings.

Ingredients

  • Cheeses: 250 g mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine), 100 g cream cheese (for spreading and shaping), 80 g black olives (for eyes and nose)
  • Fruits: 2 large green apples, 1 large pear (for the face base), 1 cup seedless green grapes, 1 cup seedless red grapes, 1 cup blueberries
  • Other: 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for drizzling), Fresh mint leaves (for garnish), 8 rice crackers or round crackers (for serving, optional)

Instructions

Prepare fruit:
Wash and dry thoroughly. Slice the pear lengthwise to create the lambs face shape. Cut green apples into thin wedges for the ears.
Arrange lamb face:
On a large platter, lay the pear half in the center as the lambs face.
Form wool:
Arrange mozzarella balls closely around the pear to form the fluffy wool around the face.
Make ears:
Use apple wedges to create the lambs ears, positioning them on either side of the face.
Place eyes and nose:
Place black olives to form the eyes and nose: slice olives as needed for size and shape.
Add color:
Use blueberries and grapes to fill in any gaps and add color around the wool and base of the platter.
Secure features:
With a small spoon, dot a bit of cream cheese to secure eyes and nose if needed. Optionally, use cream cheese to add a smiling mouth.
Garnish:
Garnish with mint leaves for a fresh, vibrant look.
Optional drizzle:
Drizzle honey lightly over the fruit and cheese for added sweetness.
Serve:
Serve immediately with crackers or as-is.
A whimsical lamb face cheese and fruit platter, overflowing with fresh, colorful ingredients. Save to Pinterest
A whimsical lamb face cheese and fruit platter, overflowing with fresh, colorful ingredients. | bloomoven.com

Required Tools

Large serving platter, Small paring knife, Small spoon, Paper towels (for drying fruit), Toothpicks (optional, for securing pieces)

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (mozzarella, cream cheese). Contains gluten if using wheat-based crackers&mdashuse gluten-free crackers if needed. Always check labels for potential allergens.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 175. Total Fat: 8 g. Carbohydrates: 19 g. Protein: 7 g.

This lamb face fruit and cheese platter is perfect for a baby shower appetizer, vibrant. Save to Pinterest
This lamb face fruit and cheese platter is perfect for a baby shower appetizer, vibrant. | bloomoven.com

This delightful platter is sure to impress your guests and add a whimsical centerpiece to any occasion.

Recipe FAQs

→ How do I shape the lamb’s face using fruit and cheese?

Slice the pear lengthwise to form the face base, arrange mozzarella balls around as wool, and position apple wedges for ears. Use olives for eyes and nose to complete the look.

→ Can I substitute other fruits for this platter?

Yes, strawberries or raspberries can be used to add color and variety, complementing the existing fruit selection.

→ What are some serving suggestions for this platter?

Serve with rice or gluten-free crackers and pair with sparkling water, lemonade, or crisp white wine for adults.

→ Is this platter suitable for vegetarians and gluten-free diets?

Yes, it features vegetarian ingredients and can be gluten-free if gluten-free crackers are chosen or served plain.

→ How can I keep the components fresh and secure on the platter?

Use cream cheese as a mild adhesive for smaller pieces like olives, and prepare just before serving to maintain freshness.

Lamb Face Fruit Cheese Platter

A playful platter featuring fruit, cheeses, and olives crafted into a lamb’s face design.

Prep Duration
25 min
Cook Duration
1 min
Entire Time
26 min
Created by Rachel Moore

Recipe Group Simple Family Recipes

Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type International

Makes 8 Portions

Dietary Info Vegetarian-Friendly, No Gluten

Ingredient List

Cheeses

01 8.8 oz mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
02 3.5 oz cream cheese (for spreading and shaping)
03 2.8 oz black olives (for eyes and nose)

Fruits

01 2 large green apples
02 1 large pear (for the face base)
03 1 cup seedless green grapes
04 1 cup seedless red grapes
05 1 cup blueberries

Other

01 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for drizzling)
02 Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
03 8 rice crackers or round crackers (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 01

Prepare Fruit: Wash and dry all fruit thoroughly. Slice the pear lengthwise to create the lamb's face shape. Cut green apples into thin wedges to form the ears.

Step 02

Position Pear Base: Place the pear half in the center of a large serving platter to serve as the lamb's face.

Step 03

Arrange Mozzarella: Surround the pear base closely with mozzarella balls to mimic the fluffy wool around the face.

Step 04

Form the Ears: Place apple wedges on either side of the pear to create the lamb’s ears.

Step 05

Create Eyes and Nose: Position black olives to represent eyes and nose, slicing as needed to achieve desired size and shape.

Step 06

Fill Gaps with Fruit: Fill any empty spaces around the wool and base of the platter with blueberries and grapes to add color and texture.

Step 07

Secure Facial Features: Use small dots of cream cheese with a spoon to affix eyes and nose securely; optionally apply cream cheese to form a smiling mouth.

Step 08

Garnish: Add fresh mint leaves to the platter for a vibrant and refreshing finish.

Step 09

Optional Sweet Drizzle: Lightly drizzle honey over the fruit and cheeses if desired.

Step 10

Serve: Serve immediately with crackers or enjoy as arranged.

Essential Tools

  • Large serving platter
  • Small paring knife
  • Small spoon
  • Paper towels
  • Toothpicks (optional)

Allergy Notes

Review ingredients to spot any allergens and ask your healthcare provider if you're unsure.
  • Contains dairy (mozzarella, cream cheese).
  • May contain gluten if wheat-based crackers are used; opt for gluten-free crackers if necessary.

Nutrition Details (per portion)

Use this info as a reference only; it doesn’t replace health guidance.
  • Caloric Value: 175
  • Fats: 8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19 g
  • Proteins: 7 g