Snowman Veggie Dip Platter (Print Version)

Colorful snowman-shaped creamy dip surrounded by fresh veggies for festive gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Snowman Dip

01 - 1½ cups softened cream cheese
02 - ¾ cup sour cream
03 - ¼ cup mayonnaise
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
06 - ½ teaspoon salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
08 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives

→ Decoration & Platter

09 - 1 small carrot (for nose and scarf)
10 - 2 black olives (for eyes and buttons)
11 - 1 red bell pepper (for scarf)
12 - 1 sliced cucumber
13 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
14 - 1 cup baby carrots
15 - 1 cup broccoli florets
16 - 1 cup cauliflower florets
17 - 1 cup snap peas
18 - Fresh parsley or dill (optional, for garnish)
19 - Crackers or pita chips (optional, for serving)

# Cooking Steps:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and chopped chives until smooth and uniform.
02 - Separate the dip into two portions: form one larger ball for the body and a smaller one for the head. Position both on a large serving platter to resemble a snowman.
03 - Slice a round from the carrot for the nose. Use black olives for the eyes and buttons. Cut strips of red bell pepper to create a scarf around the neck.
04 - Surround the snowman with sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, and snap peas to form a vibrant vegetable platter.
05 - Optional: garnish with fresh parsley or dill. Serve alongside crackers or pita chips if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or a squeeze of lemon juice to the dip
  • Swap vegetables as desired—radishes, celery sticks, or colored bell peppers all work well
03 -
  • For a vegan version, use plant-based cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise
  • Double-check dip and cracker ingredients for potential allergens
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