Save A whimsical kid-friendly snack tray featuring creative ingredients arranged to resemble frogs in a pond perfect for parties or playful gatherings.
This tray was a huge hit at my last family party everyone loved the playful frog design and the fresh flavors
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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)
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Instructions
- Slice cucumber:
- Slice the cucumber into 8 thick rounds to form the lily pads Arrange on a large platter
- Add cheese balls:
- Place a mozzarella ball (or vegan cheese ball) on each cucumber slice to create the frogs body
- Attach eyes:
- Attach two candy eyes (or olive slices) to each cheese ball using a dab of cream cheese or hummus as glue
- Add legs:
- Split sugar snap peas in half lengthwise and place two halves behind each cheese ball for frog legs
- Create pond plants:
- Use baby carrots and cherry tomatoes to create pond plants and flowers around the tray
- Add fruits:
- Add blueberries and green grapes around the cucumber lily pads to resemble pond stones and bubbles
- Insert reeds:
- Insert pretzel sticks as reeds and scatter mint leaves for a fresh look
- Serve:
- Serve with extra cream cheese or hummus as a dip on the side
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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
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This easy frog pond snack tray is perfect for any occasion and fun for all ages
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I assemble the frog shapes?
Slice cucumbers into rounds for lily pads, place cheese balls on top for frog bodies, add candy eyes with a dab of cream cheese, and snap pea halves for legs.
- → Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes, substitute cream cheese and mozzarella with hummus and vegan cheese balls to maintain texture and flavor.
- → What are alternatives for candy eyes?
Black olive slices make a savory substitute for candy eyes, adding a natural look and taste.
- → How long does preparation take?
It takes approximately 20 minutes, mainly for slicing vegetables and assembling components.
- → Can I customize the veggies?
Absolutely, celery sticks or bell pepper strips work well as alternatives for added crunch and color.
- → Is this suitable for parties?
Yes, its whimsical design and finger-friendly portions make it ideal for fun gatherings and kids’ events.
