Save to Pinterest A whimsical, colorful party platter featuring animal crackers, fresh fruit, and playful dips—perfect for delighting kids at any celebration.
This platter has been a hit at every birthday party we've hosted, sparking smiles and fun conversations among children and adults alike.
Ingredients
- Crackers: 2 cups animal crackers (classic or frosted varieties)
- Fresh Fruit: 1 cup green grapes, 1 cup red grapes, 1 cup strawberries halved, 1 cup pineapple chunks, 1 cup apple slices (dip in lemon water to prevent browning), 1 cup blueberries
- Dips: 1 cup vanilla yogurt, 1/2 cup chocolate hazelnut spread (e.g. Nutella), 1/2 cup peanut butter or sunflower seed butter
- Treats & Garnishes: 1/2 cup mini marshmallows, 1/2 cup colorful candy-coated chocolates (optional), 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional grass effect), 1/2 cup pretzel sticks (for logs)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and prepare all fruit. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Step 2:
- Arrange animal crackers in themed clusters across a large board or platter to mimic a safari landscape.
- Step 3:
- Create jungles and savannas using clusters of grapes, pineapple, strawberries, apple slices, and blueberries.
- Step 4:
- Place yogurt, chocolate spread, and peanut or sunflower butter in small serving bowls. Position these as watering holes around the board.
- Step 5:
- Scatter mini marshmallows and candy-coated chocolates as playful accents.
- Step 6:
- Use shredded coconut to mimic grass and pretzel sticks for logs or pathways.
- Step 7:
- Ensure all items are easily reachable by small hands. Serve immediately.
Save to Pinterest Our family loves gathering around this platter, sharing stories about each animal cracker and picking favorite fruits together.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, small bowls for dips, sharp knife (for fruit), paper towels
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (animal crackers), milk (yogurt chocolate spread), peanuts/tree nuts (peanut butter chocolate spread), soy (chocolate spread candy-coated chocolates). For allergies, use suitable substitutes (e.g. nut-free butters dairy-free yogurt) and check all labels carefully.
Nutritional Information
Calories 260, Total Fat 9 g, Carbohydrates 40 g, Protein 4 g (per serving)
Save to Pinterest With its fun presentation and easy preparation, this board turns any occasion into a memorable safari adventure.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What fruits work best for this board?
A mix of grapes, strawberries, pineapple, apples, and blueberries provides vibrant colors and a variety of sweet flavors.
- → Can the nut butter be substituted?
Yes, sunflower seed butter is a great nut-free alternative that maintains a creamy texture and rich taste.
- → How to prevent apples from browning?
Dipping apple slices in lemon water before arranging helps keep them fresh and visually appealing longer.
- → What do shredded coconut and pretzel sticks represent?
Shredded coconut mimics grass texture while pretzel sticks represent logs or pathways for a themed look.
- → Are there allergy considerations?
This board contains gluten, dairy, and nuts; using suitable substitutes and checking ingredient labels is recommended for allergies.