Save to Pinterest 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 for holiday parties because it brings smiles to both kids and adults with its playful theme and delicious flavors.
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 to Pinterest This recipe always brings our family together during the holidays and makes for a memorable festive snack everyone enjoys.
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.
Nutritional Information
Calories 210 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 29 g Protein 5 g per serving
Save to Pinterest This playful snack is a guaranteed hit at any holiday gathering and is quick enough to prepare even last minute.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I assemble the snowman pretzels?
Thread a mini pretzel rod through three pretzel rounds, placing a yogurt-covered pretzel for the head. Add mini chocolate chips for eyes and buttons, a carrot triangle nose, and wrap a red bell pepper slice as a scarf.
- → What dips accompany the platter?
A creamy blend of cream cheese, sour cream, chives, and spices pairs well, alongside a bowl of hummus for variety.
- → Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes, substitute the pretzels with gluten-free versions and confirm the dip ingredients are gluten-free.
- → What garnishes enhance the platter?
Fresh parsley sprigs and halved cherry tomatoes add color and freshness to the presentation.
- → What drinks complement this snack?
Sparkling apple cider or a crisp white wine pair nicely with the savory and creamy elements.