Cherub Angel Snack Tray

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This stunning cherub angel tray combines creamy brie, vibrant grapes, cheddar, Swiss, and fresh fruits to create a charming centerpiece. Perfect for parties or baby showers, it comes together quickly, layering flavors and colors to delight guests. The arrangement features grape wings, a brie face, and fruit accents like strawberries and blueberries for robe details. Accented with dried apricots for hair, olives or blueberries for eyes, and a bell pepper halo, it’s both visually stunning and inviting. Serve alongside crackers and honey or fig jam for a pleasing mix of textures and tastes.

Updated on Sat, 29 Nov 2025 12:30:00 GMT
Cherub Angel Snack Tray: a vibrant platter of fruits, cheeses, and treats designed as a cherub. Pin
Cherub Angel Snack Tray: a vibrant platter of fruits, cheeses, and treats designed as a cherub. | garlicgroove.com

A whimsical and delightful snack tray featuring an assortment of fresh fruits, cheeses, and sweet treats, artfully arranged in the shape of a cherub angel—perfect for parties, baby showers, or festive gatherings.

This cherub angel snack tray has been a hit at every gathering I've hosted, sparking joy and conversation among guests.

Ingredients

  • 1 large round brie cheese wheel: for the angels face
  • 1 cup seedless green grapes: for the wings
  • 1 cup seedless red grapes: for the wings
  • 1 cup cubed cheddar cheese: for the body
  • 1 cup cubed Swiss cheese: for the body
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved: for robe accents
  • 1/2 cup blueberries: for robe accents and eyes
  • 1/2 cup dried apricots: for hair
  • 2 black olives, pitted: for eyes optional
  • 1 slice yellow bell pepper: for halo
  • 1 small bunch fresh parsley: for garnish
  • 1 cup assorted crackers:
  • 1/4 cup honey or fig jam: for serving

Instructions

Step 1:
Place the brie cheese wheel in the center of a large serving tray to form the cherubs face.
Step 2:
Arrange green and red grapes in a curved pattern on either side of the brie to create angel wings.
Step 3:
Form the body below the brie using alternating rows of cheddar and Swiss cheese cubes.
Step 4:
Use halved strawberries and blueberries to decorate the robe and add color to the design.
Step 5:
Create the hair by layering dried apricots along the top of the brie.
Step 6:
Add eyes using blueberries or black olives, and shape a smile with a thin slice of bell pepper.
Step 7:
Form a halo above the head using a slice of yellow bell pepper, securing with a toothpick if needed.
Step 8:
Fill in gaps with fresh parsley for a natural, lush look.
Step 9:
Arrange crackers and a bowl of honey or fig jam on the side. Serve immediately.
This Cherub Angel Snack Tray bursts with color, featuring fresh fruit and cheese arranged beautifully. Pin
This Cherub Angel Snack Tray bursts with color, featuring fresh fruit and cheese arranged beautifully. | garlicgroove.com

This tray always brings the family together, making any celebration more memorable and heartfelt.

Notes

Add nuts or chocolate-covered treats for extra variety. Pair with a light sparkling wine or non-alcoholic cider.

Required Tools

Large serving tray or platter Small bowls for jam honey Sharp knife Toothpicks optional for securing decorations

Allergen Information

Contains dairy cheese gluten crackers and possible tree nuts if added Check labels on cheeses crackers and jams for hidden allergens

Enjoy a festive Cherub Angel Snack Tray, perfect for parties, with sweet and savory pairings. Pin
Enjoy a festive Cherub Angel Snack Tray, perfect for parties, with sweet and savory pairings. | garlicgroove.com

This cherub angel snack tray is both visually stunning and delicious, perfect for any festive occasion.

Cherub Angel Snack Tray

An artful platter featuring brie, grapes, cheeses, and fresh fruits shaped like a cherub angel.

Prep duration
25 min
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Complete duration
25 min


Complexity Easy

Heritage International

Output 8 Portions

Dietary requirements Vegetarian

Components

Base and Body

01 1 large round Brie cheese wheel (for the cherub's face)
02 1 cup seedless green grapes (for the wings)
03 1 cup seedless red grapes (for the wings)
04 1 cup cubed cheddar cheese (for the body)
05 1 cup cubed Swiss cheese (for the body)

Decorative Fruits & Sweets

01 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved (for robe accents)
02 ½ cup blueberries (for robe accents and eyes)
03 ½ cup dried apricots (for hair)
04 2 black olives, pitted (for eyes, optional)
05 1 slice yellow bell pepper (for halo)
06 1 small bunch fresh parsley (for garnish)

Accompaniments

01 1 cup assorted crackers
02 ¼ cup honey or fig jam (for serving)

Directions

Step 01

Position Brie Face: Place the Brie cheese wheel in the center of a large serving tray to form the cherub's face.

Step 02

Arrange Grapes Wings: Arrange green and red grapes in a curved pattern on either side of the Brie to create angel wings.

Step 03

Form Cheese Body: Create the body below the Brie using alternating rows of cubed cheddar and Swiss cheese.

Step 04

Decorate Robe: Use halved strawberries and blueberries to decorate the robe and add vibrant color to the design.

Step 05

Construct Hair: Layer dried apricots along the top of the Brie to form the cherub’s hair.

Step 06

Add Eyes and Smile: Place blueberries or black olives for the eyes, and shape a smile with a thin slice of bell pepper.

Step 07

Create Halo: Position a slice of yellow bell pepper above the head as a halo, securing with a toothpick if necessary.

Step 08

Garnish with Parsley: Fill gaps in the arrangement with fresh parsley for a natural and lush look.

Step 09

Serve with Accompaniments: Arrange crackers and a bowl of honey or fig jam alongside the tray and serve immediately.

Necessary tools

  • Large serving tray or platter
  • Small bowls (for jam or honey)
  • Sharp knife
  • Toothpicks (optional for securing decorations)

Allergy details

Review each ingredient for potential allergens and speak with a healthcare provider if you're uncertain about anything.
  • Contains dairy (cheese), gluten (crackers), and may contain tree nuts if added; verify ingredient labels for hidden allergens.

Nutrition breakdown (per portion)

These values are provided as estimates only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 230
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Carbohydrates: 26 g
  • Protein: 8 g