Snowman Veggie Dip Platter

A festive and fun appetizer featuring a cheerful snowman made from creamy dip and fresh, colorful vegetables & perfect for parties and holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

• For the Snowman Dip: 1 ½ cups (340 g) cream cheese, softened, ¾ cup (170 g) sour cream, ¼ cup (60 g) mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
• For Decoration & Platter: 1 small carrot (for nose and scarf), 2 black olives (for eyes and buttons), 1 red bell pepper (for scarf), 1 cucumber, sliced, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup cauliflower florets, 1 cup snap peas, Fresh parsley or dill (optional, for garnish), Crackers or pita chips (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Step 1:

In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and chives until smooth and well combined.

Step 2:

Divide the dip into two portions: shape one larger ball for the snowmans body and one smaller ball for the head. Place them on a large serving platter, forming the snowman shape.

Step 3:

Slice a round from the carrot to make the nose. Use black olives to make eyes and buttons. Cut strips from the red bell pepper to form a scarf.

Step 4:

Arrange the sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, and snap peas around the snowman dip to create a colorful veggie platter.

Step 5:

Garnish with fresh parsley or dill if desired. Serve with crackers or pita chips on the side.

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Required Tools

Mixing bowl, Spoon or spatula, Serving platter, Small knife

Allergen Information

Contains Milk (cream cheese, sour cream), Eggs (mayonnaise, if not egg-free), Wheat (if serving with regular crackers or pita chips). Double-check dip and cracker ingredients for potential allergens.

Nutritional Information

Calories 140, Total Fat 11 g, Carbohydrates 7 g, Protein 4 g (per serving dip and veggies only)

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This snowman veggie dip platter is sure to be a crowd-pleaser & bring festive cheer to any holiday gathering.

Questions & Answers

→ What ingredients make the creamy dip base?

The dip combines cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and fresh chives for a rich and flavorful base.

→ How is the snowman shape created?

Two portions of the dip are shaped into balls—one large for the body and a smaller for the head—and placed on a platter to form the snowman structure.

→ Which vegetables are used for decoration?

Carrot slices form the nose and scarf, black olives create eyes and buttons, and red bell pepper strips complete the scarf design.

→ What veggies surround the snowman on the platter?

Slices of cucumber, cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, broccoli florets, cauliflower florets, and snap peas create a colorful and fresh border around the dip.

→ Can this platter accommodate dietary preferences?

Yes, it’s vegetarian and can be gluten-free when paired with suitable dips and crackers. A vegan version can be made using plant-based dairy alternatives.

→ Are there tips to enhance flavor?

Adding a pinch of smoked paprika or a squeeze of lemon juice to the dip adds an extra layer of flavor to the creamy mixture.