Pin A whimsical and savory snack platter featuring crunchy pretzels arranged as snowmen, served with creamy dips—perfect for festive gatherings or holiday parties.
I have always loved how this platter brings a playful touch to holiday gatherings and gets everyone smiling and snacking happily.
Ingredients
- Pretzel Snowmen: 18 mini pretzel rods, 18 small round pretzels, 18 yogurt-covered pretzel rounds, 18 mini chocolate chips (for eyes/buttons), 6 small carrot sticks (cut into small triangles for noses), 6 thin slices red bell pepper (for scarves), Edible black food marker (optional)
- Dips: 1 cup cream cheese, softened, 1/2 cup sour cream, 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, Salt and pepper, to taste, 1/2 cup hummus (for variety)
- Garnishes: Fresh parsley sprigs, Cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
- Prepare the dips:
- In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Transfer to a small serving bowl. Place hummus in a separate bowl.
- Assemble the snowmen:
- For each snowman, thread a mini pretzel rod through three pretzel rounds (one yogurt-covered for the head, two plain for the body). Press mini chocolate chips into the yogurt pretzel for eyes and buttons. Add a carrot triangle for the nose. Wrap a thin slice of red bell pepper around the neck as a scarf. Use an edible marker to draw a mouth if desired.
- Arrange the snowmen:
- Arrange the snowmen on a large platter. Place the bowls of dips nearby. Garnish the platter with fresh parsley and cherry tomato halves for color.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Pin My family always gathers around this platter, sharing laughs and stories while picking their favorite snowmen to eat.
Notes
Pair with sparkling apple cider or a crisp white wine for a festive touch.
Required Tools
Medium mixing bowl, Serving platter, Small serving bowls, Knife and cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (pretzels), Milk (cream cheese, sour cream, yogurt coating). May contain Soy (check chocolate chips) and Sesame (hummus). Always double-check ingredient labels for allergens.
Pin This platter adds a delightful and creative twist to holiday snacks that guests will remember and enjoy.
Recipe Q&A
- → How do I assemble the snowman pretzels?
Thread a mini pretzel rod through three pretzel rounds, using a yogurt-coated one for the head. Add mini chocolate chips for eyes and buttons, a carrot triangle for the nose, and wrap a red bell pepper slice as a scarf.
- → Can the dips be made ahead of time?
Yes, the cream cheese and sour cream dip can be mixed in advance and refrigerated. Serve chilled alongside the hummus for a variety of flavors.
- → What are good alternatives for the red bell pepper scarves?
Thin strips of green onion or finely chopped chives can substitute as scarves, adding fresh herbal notes and visual appeal.
- → Is this platter suitable for gluten-free diets?
For gluten-free options, use gluten-free pretzels and ensure all dip ingredients comply with dietary restrictions.
- → What beverages pair well with this platter?
Sparking apple cider or a crisp white wine complements the savory and creamy elements of this platter perfectly.