Save to Pins Festive, colorful crackers topped with creamy spreads, fresh vegetables, and savory garnishes—perfect for holiday gatherings and parties.
These ornament shaped cracker toppings always bring smiles during the holidays and are a hit at parties.
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Ingredients
- Crackers: 24 round or ornament-shaped crackers (store-bought or homemade)
- Creamy Base: 120 g (4 oz) cream cheese, softened, 2 tbsp sour cream, 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped, Salt and pepper, to taste
- Toppings & Decorations: 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced, 1 small yellow bell pepper, finely diced, 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced or cut into shapes, 2 radishes, thinly sliced, 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds, 2 tbsp fresh dill sprigs, 2 tbsp chives, cut into small pieces, Edible gold or silver sprinkles (optional, for extra festivity)
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Instructions
- Prepare Creamy Base:
- Mix cream cheese, sour cream, chopped chives, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Spread Mixture:
- Spread a generous layer onto each cracker.
- Arrange Toppings:
- Arrange bell peppers, cucumber, radish, pomegranate seeds, dill, and chives to resemble holiday ornaments. Use strips of chive or dill as hooks and bell pepper pieces or pomegranate seeds for baubles.
- Add Decorations:
- Optionally, sprinkle lightly with edible gold or silver decorations for a festive touch.
- Serve:
- Arrange crackers on a serving platter and serve immediately.
Save to Pins Family members love gathering around to help decorate these festive crackers together.
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Notes
You can add smoked salmon or thinly sliced ham to make a non-vegetarian version.
Required Tools
Small mixing bowl, spoon or small spatula, knife and small cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cream cheese, sour cream) and gluten (crackers; choose gluten-free if needed). Always check product labels for allergens.
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These toppings add a festive final touch that’s sure to impress your guests.
Questions & Answers
- → What type of crackers work best?
Round or ornament-shaped crackers with a sturdy texture are ideal to hold the creamy base and colorful toppings without becoming soggy.
- → Can I make the creamy base in advance?
Yes, the cream cheese mixture can be prepared a few hours ahead and refrigerated, but assemble the toppings just before serving to maintain freshness.
- → Are there vegetarian and non-vegetarian topping options?
While the base version is vegetarian, adding smoked salmon or thinly sliced ham can provide non-vegetarian alternatives.
- → How can I add a festive touch?
Use edible gold or silver sprinkles over the toppings to enhance the holiday theme and add sparkle to each cracker.
- → What are good serving suggestions?
Serve these bite-sized crackers alongside sparkling wines, such as Prosecco, or festive mocktails for an elegant appetizer.
