Save A whimsical and savory snack platter featuring crunchy pretzels arranged as snowmen, served with creamy dips—perfect for festive gatherings or holiday parties.
I love making this platter for holiday parties because it delights both kids and adults alike with its playful design and tasty dips.
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
Save This recipe always brings smiles to my family's faces during the holidays especially when the kids help assemble the snowmen
Notes
Pair with sparkling apple cider or a crisp white wine for the perfect holiday toast
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) sesame (hummus) Always double-check ingredient labels for allergens
Save This delightful snowman pretzel platter adds charm and flavor to any festive gathering
Recipe Help
- → What ingredients create the snowman shapes?
Mini pretzel rods, small round pretzels, yogurt-covered pretzel rounds, mini chocolate chips for eyes and buttons, carrot triangles for noses, and red bell pepper slices for scarves.
- → How are the dips prepared?
Cream cheese, sour cream, fresh chives, garlic and onion powders, salt, and pepper are combined for a creamy dip. Hummus is served separately for variety.
- → Can this platter be adapted for gluten-free diets?
Yes, substitute regular pretzels with gluten-free versions and verify dip ingredients for gluten content.
- → What garnishes add color and freshness?
Fresh parsley sprigs and halved cherry tomatoes brighten the platter and enhance presentation.
- → What beverages pair well with this snack platter?
Sparking apple cider or a crisp white wine complements the salty and creamy flavors nicely.