Bunny Ears Easter Board

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This cheerful Easter spread is arranged as bunny ears on a large platter, combining creamy cheeses, fresh fruits, crunchy crackers, and pastel sweets. Customize with prosciutto or salami for savory balance and garnish with fresh mint and edible flowers for a colorful presentation. Quick to assemble and perfect for sharing, this inviting board is designed to delight guests with a festive mix of textures and flavors.

Updated on Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:29:00 GMT
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A playful and festive charcuterie board arranged in the shape of bunny ears, featuring a delightful mix of sweet and savory treats perfect for Easter gatherings.

This board has been a hit at every family gathering I've brought it to. The kids love the bunny nose goat cheese ball especially.

Ingredients

  • Cheeses: 100 g brie sliced, 100 g cheddar cubed, 100 g goat cheese shaped into a bunny nose ball
  • Meats (optional): 60 g prosciutto rolled, 60 g salami folded
  • Fresh Fruits: 1 cup strawberries halved, 1 cup grapes halved, 1/2 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup blackberries
  • Vegetables: 1/2 cup baby carrots, 1/2 cup cucumber rounds, 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • Crackers & Bread: 1 cup assorted crackers, 1/2 baguette sliced
  • Sweets & Easter Treats: 1/2 cup pastel chocolate eggs, 1/2 cup marshmallow bunnies or chicks, 1/2 cup yogurt-covered pretzels
  • Garnishes: Fresh mint leaves, Edible flowers (optional)

Instructions

Step 1:
On a large board or platter, use small bowls or ramekins to outline the shape of bunny ears and a round face at the base.
Step 2:
Fill the ears sections primarily with vegetables and crackers, arranging them neatly.
Step 3:
In the face section, build a base with cheeses and place the goat cheese ball as the bunny nose.
Step 4:
Arrange fruits and sweets around the cheeses to add color and variety.
Step 5:
Add rolled meats, if using, along the outer edges or within the ears for savory balance.
Step 6:
Scatter pastel chocolate eggs and marshmallow treats for festive flair.
Step 7:
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and edible flowers, if desired.
Step 8:
Serve immediately with small tongs or picks.
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This board always brings smiles and a bit of whimsy to our family celebrations, making Easter extra special every year.

Notes

Serve with honey or fruit preserves for extra flavor. Pair with a light sparkling wine or lemonade.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter, Small bowls or ramekins, Cheese knives, Small tongs or toothpicks

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (cheese), gluten (crackers, bread), nuts if using nut-based sweets, and possible soy in certain chocolates. Always check packaging for allergen statements.

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This Easter board is a delightful centerpiece that doubles as a delicious appetizer for friends and family.

Bunny Ears Easter Board

A festive board shaped like bunny ears, featuring cheeses, fruits, veggies, sweets, and optional meats for gatherings.

Prep duration
25 min
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Complete duration
25 min
Created by Claire Johnson

Classification Vegetarian Picks

Complexity Easy

Heritage American

Output 6 Portions

Dietary considerations Meat-free

Components

Cheeses

01 3.5 oz brie, sliced
02 3.5 oz cheddar, cubed
03 3.5 oz goat cheese, shaped into a bunny nose ball

Meats (optional)

01 2.1 oz prosciutto, rolled
02 2.1 oz salami, folded

Fresh Fruits

01 1 cup strawberries, halved
02 1 cup grapes, halved
03 ½ cup blueberries
04 ½ cup blackberries

Vegetables

01 ½ cup baby carrots
02 ½ cup cucumber rounds
03 1 cup cherry tomatoes

Crackers & Bread

01 1 cup assorted crackers
02 ½ baguette, sliced

Sweets & Easter Treats

01 ½ cup pastel chocolate eggs
02 ½ cup marshmallow bunnies or chicks
03 ½ cup yogurt-covered pretzels

Garnishes

01 Fresh mint leaves
02 Edible flowers (optional)

Directions

Phase 01

Outline Shape: Use small bowls or ramekins on a large serving board to outline bunny ears and a round base representing the face.

Phase 02

Arrange Ears: Fill the ear sections primarily with vegetables and crackers, arranging them neatly to define the shape.

Phase 03

Build Face Base: Layer cheeses in the face section, placing the goat cheese ball centrally as the bunny nose.

Phase 04

Add Fruits and Sweets: Surround the cheeses with fruits and sweets to provide color contrast and flavor variety.

Phase 05

Incorporate Meats: Add rolled prosciutto and folded salami along the outer edges or within the ears for optional savory balance.

Phase 06

Enhance with Festive Treats: Scatter pastel chocolate eggs and marshmallow figures to amplify the festive appearance.

Phase 07

Garnish: Finish by decorating with fresh mint leaves and edible flowers if desired.

Phase 08

Serve: Provide immediately with small tongs or toothpicks for convenient serving.

Necessary tools

  • Large serving board or platter
  • Small bowls or ramekins
  • Cheese knives
  • Small tongs or toothpicks

Allergy details

Review each component for potential allergens and consult healthcare professionals if you're unsure about ingredients.
  • Contains dairy, gluten, and possible nuts or soy depending on sweets used.

Nutritional information (each portion)

These values are approximate guidelines only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 310
  • Fats: 15 g
  • Carbohydrates: 36 g
  • Proteins: 9 g