Save A whimsical and charming grazing board featuring fluffy cheese clouds, tender lamb bites, fresh vegetables, and sweet treats — perfect for a baby shower celebration.
This board was a hit at our last baby shower, sparking joy with its playful design and delicious flavors.
Ingredients
- Lamb Bites: 500 g (1.1 lb) lamb loin or leg cut into 2 cm cubes, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Fluffy Cheese Clouds: 200 g (7 oz) whipped cream cheese, 100 g (3.5 oz) fresh ricotta, 2 tbsp crème fraîche, ¼ tsp salt, edible silver or pearl sprinkles optional for garnish
- Dipping & Accompaniments: 1 cup hummus, 1 cup tzatziki, 2 cups assorted crackers mini pita rice crackers or gluten-free as needed, 1 cup baby carrots peeled, 1 cup cucumber rounds, 1 cup sugar snap peas, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, ½ cup green grapes, ½ cup blueberries
- Sweet Treats: 12 mini meringues, 8–10 white chocolate truffles for cloud effect
- Garnish: Fresh mint leaves, edible flowers optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Lamb Bites:
- In a bowl toss lamb cubes with olive oil oregano garlic powder salt pepper and lemon juice. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Sear lamb cubes on all sides until browned and cooked to desired doneness about 7–10 minutes total. Rest 5 minutes.
- Make the Fluffy Cheese Clouds:
- In a medium bowl beat whipped cream cheese ricotta crème fraîche and salt until light and fluffy. Using a piping bag or spoon create cloud shapes on parchment or directly on your serving board. Garnish with sprinkles if using.
- Assemble the Board:
- Place bowls of hummus and tzatziki on the board. Arrange the fluffy cheese clouds artfully to resemble clouds in the sky. Arrange lamb bites on skewers or toothpicks and place throughout the board. Fill in with crackers vegetables grapes and blueberries. Add mini meringues and white chocolate truffles in clusters for extra cloud effect. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and edible flowers.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately encouraging guests to build their own bites.
Save This recipe brings everyone together and delights guests with its beautiful and delicious combination.
Notes
Edible flowers add a lovely touch but are optional. Pair with a light sparkling wine or lemonade.
Required Tools
Grill pan or skillet Mixing bowls Piping bag optional for cheese clouds Serving board or platter Toothpicks or small skewers
Allergen Information
Contains dairy cheese crème fraîche tzatziki truffles Contains gluten crackers use gluten-free options if needed Contains eggs meringues May contain nuts check chocolate truffle ingredients Always check all packaged items for potential allergens.
Save Enjoy this whimsical board with friends and family for a memorable baby shower or gathering.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I prepare the lamb bites for the board?
Marinate lamb cubes with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Sear them on all sides in a hot skillet until browned and cooked to preference, then let rest before serving.
- → What creates the fluffy clouds on the board?
A light, airy mixture of whipped cream cheese, ricotta, and crème fraîche is beaten until fluffy, then shaped into cloud forms and optionally garnished with edible sprinkles.
- → Can I substitute any ingredients for dietary needs?
Yes, swap lamb with grilled chicken or falafel for different proteins. Use gluten-free crackers to maintain a gluten-free option, and omit or replace any sweets as preferred.
- → What accompaniments pair well with this board?
Serve with dips like hummus and tzatziki, along with fresh vegetables such as carrots, cucumber rounds, sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, grapes, and blueberries for a fresh contrast.
- → How should I serve the grazing board to guests?
Present all components arranged artfully on a board, encouraging guests to create their own combinations of lamb, cheese clouds, veggies, dips, and sweet bites.