Frog Pond Snack Tray (Printable)

Colorful cucumber and cheese frogs with veggies and fruits arranged for a fun party tray.

# Ingredient list:

→ Fruits & Vegetables

01 - 1 large cucumber
02 - 8 sugar snap peas
03 - ½ cup blueberries
04 - ½ cup green grapes
05 - 8 baby carrots
06 - 8 cherry tomatoes

→ Dairy & Dips

07 - ½ cup cream cheese or hummus (for dairy-free option)
08 - 16 small mozzarella balls (bocconcini) or vegan cheese balls

→ Extras

09 - 16 large edible candy eyes or black olive slices (for savory option)
10 - ¼ cup pretzel sticks
11 - A handful of fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

# How to Make It:

01 - Slice the cucumber into 8 thick rounds and arrange them evenly on a large serving platter to form lily pads.
02 - Place one mozzarella ball or vegan cheese ball on top of each cucumber slice to represent a frog’s body.
03 - Secure two candy eyes or olive slices to each cheese ball using a dab of cream cheese or hummus as adhesive.
04 - Split sugar snap peas lengthwise in half and position two halves behind each cheese ball to create frog legs.
05 - Arrange baby carrots and cherry tomatoes artfully around the tray to mimic pond plants and flowers.
06 - Scatter blueberries and green grapes around the cucumber lily pads to represent pond stones and bubbles.
07 - Insert pretzel sticks vertically as reeds and scatter fresh mint leaves to enhance the fresh aesthetic.
08 - Provide additional cream cheese or hummus in a small bowl on the side for dipping.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Creative and fun presentation
  • Easy and quick to assemble
02 -
  • For a nut-free tray avoid nut-based cheese alternatives
  • Swap in other veggies like celery or bell pepper strips for variety
03 -
  • Use fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and fragrance
  • Prepare the tray just before serving to keep ingredients fresh
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