Pin it A vibrant, kid-friendly fruit platter arranged in the shape of a butterfly—perfect for parties, brunches, or healthy snacking.
This fruit tray has been a hit at every gathering, with kids excited to eat colorful fruit in a fun shape.
Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries: hulled and sliced
- 1 cup green grapes: halved
- 1 cup blueberries:
- 1 cup pineapple chunks:
- 1 cup cantaloupe: cubed
- 1 kiwi: peeled and sliced
- 1 small apple: sliced
- 1/2 cup blackberries:
- 1 celery stick: for butterfly body
- 2 thin pretzel rods or candy sticks: for antennae
- Fresh mint leaves: optional, for decoration
- 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt: optional dip
- 1 tbsp honey: optional dip
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest: optional dip
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and prepare all fruit as directed. Pat dry with paper towels to avoid excess moisture.
- Step 2:
- On a large platter or tray, place the celery stick vertically in the center to form the butterfly's body.
- Step 3:
- Arrange the sliced apple at the top of the celery for the butterfly's head.
- Step 4:
- Use pretzel rods or candy sticks to create the antennae, inserting them into the apple slice.
- Step 5:
- Form the butterfly wings on each side of the body by arranging the various fruits in color blocks or patterns: use strawberries, grapes, blueberries, cantaloupe, kiwi, pineapple, and blackberries. Alternate colors for a vibrant look.
- Step 6:
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Step 7:
- For the optional dip, mix Greek yogurt, honey, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Serve alongside the tray.
Pin it Gathering around this colorful fruit tray always brings smiles and snacks shared with loved ones.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or tray, sharp knife, small mixing bowl (for dip), paper towels.
Allergen Information
Contains dairy in optional dip. Pretzel rods may contain gluten, use gluten-free pretzels if needed.
Nutritional Information
Per serving without dip: 85 calories, 0.5 g total fat, 21 g carbohydrates, 1 g protein.
Pin it This butterfly fruit tray is a delightful and nutritious addition to any meal or party.
Recipe FAQs
- → What fruits work best for the butterfly design?
Use a variety of colorful fruits such as strawberries, grapes, blueberries, pineapple, cantaloupe, kiwi, apple, and blackberries to create vibrant wings with contrasting colors.
- → How is the butterfly body formed on the tray?
A celery stick is placed vertically at the center of the tray to represent the butterfly’s body, while a sliced apple serves as the head.
- → Can the dip be adapted for vegan diets?
Yes, substitute the vanilla Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt and swap honey for maple syrup to make a vegan-friendly dip.
- → How do I prevent fruit slices from browning?
Toss apple and other susceptible fruit slices in a bit of lemon juice before arranging to maintain freshness and color.
- → Are there gluten-free options for the antennae sticks?
Yes, replace pretzel rods with gluten-free pretzel sticks or candy sticks to keep the tray suitable for gluten-free diets.
- → What tools are recommended for assembling the tray?
A large serving platter, a sharp knife for slicing, a small mixing bowl for the dip, and paper towels for drying fruit are all helpful.