Save A whimsical kid-friendly snack tray featuring creative ingredients arranged to resemble frogs in a pond perfect for parties or playful gatherings
I first served this at a summer party and the kids absolutely loved the playful frog designs making snack time memorable
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
Save My family always gathers around this tray with smiles making snack time a shared joy
Notes
For added protein use hard-boiled quail eggs instead of cheese balls Pairs well with lemonade or fruit-infused water
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
Save This snack tray brings playful creativity and healthy options together for a delightful treat