Snowman Veggie Dip Platter (Print)

Creamy snowman dip surrounded by fresh, colorful vegetables for festive gatherings and parties.

# Ingredients:

→ Snowman Dip

01 - 1 1/2 cups cream cheese, softened
02 - 3/4 cup sour cream
03 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped

→ Decoration and 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 cucumber, sliced
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)

# Directions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and chopped chives until smooth and homogenous.
02 - Divide the dip mixture into two portions, shaping one larger ball for the body and a smaller ball for the head. Arrange both on a large serving platter to resemble a snowman.
03 - Slice a round piece from the carrot to form the nose. Use black olives to create eyes and buttons. Cut strips from the red bell pepper to fashion a scarf around the neck area.
04 - Surround the snowman dip with sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, broccoli florets, cauliflower florets, and snap peas to produce a vibrant vegetable display.
05 - Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley or dill. Serve alongside crackers or pita chips as accompaniments.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Festive and fun presentation
  • Perfect for parties and holiday gatherings
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 -
  • Chill the dip balls well before decorating to help them hold their shape
  • Use fresh, colorful veggies for the best presentation and taste
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