1. Main
  2. Dishes
  3. Orange Slice Bear Face

Orange Slice Bear Face

Featured in: Sweet Gatherings

This colorful fruit board features orange slices artfully arranged to form charming bear faces, accented with banana rounds, blueberries, and strawberries. Quick to prepare and visually delightful, it’s an ideal choice for light meals or kids’ gatherings. Garnishes like mini chocolate chips and shredded coconut add texture and playful detail, making it both enjoyable and nutritious.

Save Tell friends Share via email Get printable version Skip to recipe details
Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT
Adorable Orange Slice Bear Face fruit board, perfect for a healthy and fun kids snack or party platter. Save
Adorable Orange Slice Bear Face fruit board, perfect for a healthy and fun kids snack or party platter. | oventhyme.com

A whimsical and healthy fruit platter featuring an adorable bear face made from fresh orange slices, perfect for kids parties, brunches, or as a fun snack.

This fun bear face fruit board always delights my children and gets them excited to eat more fruit.

Ingredients

  • Fruit: 2 large navel oranges, 1 small banana, 4 fresh blueberries, 4 fresh strawberries
  • Garnish & Extras: 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips (for eyes and nose optional), 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (optional for fur effect)

Instructions

Step 1:
Slice the oranges into rounds about 1/4 inch thick. Reserve two large center slices for the bear faces.
Step 2:
Cut four smaller orange slices (from the ends) to use as the bears ears.
Step 3:
Peel the banana and slice it into 1/4-inch rounds. Use two slices per bear for the snout.
Step 4:
Place each large orange slice in the center of a plate or board as the face.
Step 5:
Attach two smaller orange slices to the top sides of each face as ears.
Step 6:
Place two banana slices at the lower center of each orange face for the snout area.
Step 7:
Put a blueberry on each banana slice for the nose.
Step 8:
Use mini chocolate chips or small blueberry halves as the eyes above the snout.
Step 9:
Slice the strawberries in half and use them as decorative accents around the bear faces.
Step 10:
Optionally sprinkle shredded coconut around the faces for a fun furry effect.
Save
| oventhyme.com

This recipe brings smiles and warm family moments every time we gather around the table.

Required Tools

Sharp knife, Cutting board, Serving platter

Allergen Information

Contains banana and potential chocolate (dairy/soy). Always check ingredient labels for allergens.

Nutritional Information

Calories 85, Total Fat 0.7 g, Carbohydrates 21 g, Protein 1.2 g per serving

Bright, cheerful Orange Slice Bear Face arrangement with juicy orange slices, berries, and banana smiles. Save
Bright, cheerful Orange Slice Bear Face arrangement with juicy orange slices, berries, and banana smiles. | oventhyme.com

This charming bear face fruit board is a simple joy that brightens snack time or brunch.

Kitchen Guide

→ How do I assemble the bear face using fruit?

Use large orange slices as the face, smaller slices for ears, banana rounds for the snout, and blueberries or chocolate chips for eyes and nose.

→ Can I substitute other fruits for the ears?

Yes, kiwi or apple slices work well as colorful alternatives for the ears.

→ What is the best way to keep the fruit fresh longer?

Prepare shortly before serving and keep refrigerated until ready. Serve immediately for best freshness.

→ Are there any tools needed for preparation?

A sharp knife, cutting board, and serving platter are sufficient for assembling the fruit board.

→ Is this suitable for different dietary needs?

This dish is vegetarian and gluten-free. For vegan options, use dairy-free chocolate chips or omit them.

Orange Slice Bear Face

A fun and healthy snack featuring orange slices shaped into a bear face with blueberry and banana accents.

Prep duration
15 min
Kitchen time
1 min
Complete duration
16 min
Created by Grace Mitchell


Skill level Easy

Heritage International

Output 4 Portions

Dietary requirements Meat-free, No gluten

What you'll need

Fruit

01 2 large navel oranges
02 1 small banana
03 4 fresh blueberries
04 4 fresh strawberries

Garnish & Extras

01 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips (optional)
02 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (optional)

Method

Phase 01

Prepare orange slices: Slice the oranges into rounds approximately 1/4 inch thick and set aside two large central slices for the faces.

Phase 02

Create bear ears: Cut four smaller orange slices from the ends to serve as ears.

Phase 03

Slice banana for snout: Peel the banana and cut into 1/4-inch rounds, using two slices per face for the snout.

Phase 04

Arrange bear face base: Place each large orange slice on the center of a plate or board.

Phase 05

Attach ears: Position two smaller orange slices on top sides of each orange slice as ears.

Phase 06

Add snout: Place two banana slices at the lower center of each orange slice.

Phase 07

Apply nose: Place a blueberry on each banana slice to represent the nose.

Phase 08

Form eyes: Use mini chocolate chips or small blueberry halves positioned above the snout as eyes.

Phase 09

Garnish with strawberries: Slice the strawberries in half and arrange decoratively around the bear faces.

Phase 10

Optional fur effect: Sprinkle shredded coconut around the faces to mimic fur texture.

Kitchen tools needed

  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Serving platter

Allergy notes

Always review ingredients for potential allergens and seek professional medical advice when uncertain.
  • Contains banana and potential chocolate allergens such as dairy or soy.
  • Check labels to ensure suitability for allergen-sensitive individuals.

Nutrition breakdown (per portion)

Values shown are estimates only - consult healthcare providers for specific advice.
  • Energy: 85
  • Fats: 0.7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 21 g
  • Proteins: 1.2 g