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.
I love serving this at baby showers because it’s not only delicious but also visually delightful and encourages sharing among guests.
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.
Pin it This board always brings my family together and sparks lots of joyful conversation and sharing.
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.
Nutritional Information
Calories 320 Total Fat 18 g Carbohydrates 22 g Protein 18 g
Pin it This grazing board is a hit for any baby shower and can be customized easily for your guests' preferences.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How should the lamb bites be cooked?
Marinate lamb cubes with olive oil and spices, then sear in a hot pan until browned and cooked to preferred doneness, about 7–10 minutes.
- → What ingredients create the fluffy cheese clouds?
Whipped cream cheese, fresh ricotta, crème fraîche, and a pinch of salt whipped together form the light cheese clouds.
- → Can the board be adapted for gluten-free diets?
Yes, substitute regular crackers with gluten-free options to make the board suitable for gluten-sensitive guests.
- → What accompaniments pair well with the lamb and cheese elements?
Fresh vegetables like baby carrots, cucumber rounds, snap peas, cherry tomatoes, and dips like hummus and tzatziki complement the main components.
- → Are there alternatives to lamb for this board?
Grilled chicken or falafel can be used as protein substitutes to suit different preferences or dietary needs.