Pumpkin Patch Orange Slices (Printable Version)

Orange slices transformed with grapes and mint leaves into festive pumpkin shapes, perfect for parties.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 4 large navel oranges
02 - 8 green grapes

→ Decoration

03 - 16 mini chocolate chips (optional, for eyes)
04 - 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds (optional, for decoration)
05 - 16 small fresh mint leaves (for pumpkin stems)
06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for adhering decorations)

# How To Make It:

01 - Thoroughly wash and dry the oranges and grapes.
02 - Cut each orange into 4 to 5 thick rounds approximately 1/2 inch thick, discarding the ends and removing any seeds.
03 - Place the orange slices flat on a serving platter.
04 - Halve the grapes lengthwise and attach one half to the top edge of each orange slice to simulate a pumpkin stem, securing with a toothpick or small amount of honey or maple syrup if necessary.
05 - Place a small fresh mint leaf next to each grape stem to add color and enhance visual resemblance to pumpkin stems.
06 - Optionally, use mini chocolate chips or black sesame seeds to create jack-o-lantern faces on the orange slices, pressing them lightly into the fruit and adhering them with honey or syrup if desired.
07 - Arrange the decorated orange slices in a pumpkin patch style on the platter and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Healthy and fun Halloween treat
  • Easy and quick to prepare
02 -
  • For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Chocolate chips may contain traces of milk or soy & check packaging.
03 -
  • Use maple syrup for a vegan alternative.
  • Secure grape stems with a dab of honey or syrup to prevent sliding.
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