Pin A whimsical, kid-friendly snack tray featuring creative ingredients arranged to resemble frogs in a pond, perfect for parties or playful gatherings.
This tray has been a hit at every party I've brought it to, sparking smiles and conversations among kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- Fruits & Vegetables: 1 large cucumber, 8 sugar snap peas, 1/2 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup green grapes, 8 baby carrots, 8 cherry tomatoes
- Dairy & Dips: 1/2 cup cream cheese (or hummus for dairy-free option), 16 small mozzarella balls (bocconcini) or vegan cheese balls
- Extras: 16 large edible candy eyes (or black olive slices for a savory option), 1/4 cup pretzel sticks, A handful of fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Slice the cucumber into 8 thick rounds to form the lily pads. Arrange on a large platter.
- Step 2:
- Place a mozzarella ball (or vegan cheese ball) on each cucumber slice to create the frogs body.
- Step 3:
- Attach two candy eyes (or olive slices) to each cheese ball using a dab of cream cheese or hummus as glue.
- Step 4:
- Split sugar snap peas in half lengthwise and place two halves behind each cheese ball for frog legs.
- Step 5:
- Use baby carrots and cherry tomatoes to create pond plants and flowers around the tray.
- Step 6:
- Add blueberries and green grapes around the cucumber lily pads to resemble pond stones and bubbles.
- Step 7:
- Insert pretzel sticks as reeds and scatter mint leaves for a fresh look.
- Step 8:
- Serve with extra cream cheese or hummus as a dip on the side.
Pin This has been a favorite family party snack that always brings laughter and fun memories.
Required Tools
Sharp knife, Cutting board, Serving platter, Small bowl (for dip)
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (mozzarella, cream cheese). Contains gluten (pretzel sticks). For dairy-free or gluten-free, use appropriate substitutes. Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 150, Total Fat: 6 g, Carbohydrates: 18 g, Protein: 5 g per serving
Pin This playful tray never fails to delight guests and adds a fresh twist to any snack table.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do you assemble the frog shapes?
Slice cucumber rounds act as lily pads, each topped with a cheese ball. Two candy eyes or olive slices attached with cream cheese create the frog faces, while halved sugar snap peas form legs behind each cheese ball.
- → What are good alternatives for dairy ingredients?
For dairy-free options, use hummus instead of cream cheese and vegan cheese balls in place of mozzarella.
- → Can the snack tray be prepared in advance?
Yes, the vegetables and fruits can be prepped ahead and assembled shortly before serving to maintain freshness.
- → What kind of fruits and vegetables are included?
The tray features cucumber, sugar snap peas, baby carrots, cherry tomatoes, blueberries, and green grapes, creating a colorful pond scene.
- → Are there suggestions for garnishing the tray?
Pretzel sticks mimic reeds around the pond, and fresh mint leaves add a refreshing garnish and aroma.
- → Is this suitable for kids?
Yes, the playful presentation and simple ingredients make it perfect for kid-friendly gatherings and parties.