Kid-friendly colorful snacks using cherry tomatoes, grapes, cheese, and pretzels, perfect for parties or playdates.
# Components:
→ Fresh Produce
01 - 1 pint assorted-color cherry tomatoes
02 - 1 cup seedless grapes (red, green, or mixed)
03 - 1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
04 - 1 cup mini mozzarella balls
→ Deli & Bakery
05 - 8 pretzel sticks
06 - 8 mini round crackers
→ Pantry & Miscellaneous
07 - 2 tablespoons hummus or cream cheese (for adhesive)
08 - Fresh parsley or basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
# Method:
01 - Wash and thoroughly dry all cherry tomatoes and grapes.
02 - Thread cherry tomatoes, grapes, cheddar cubes, and mozzarella balls onto each pretzel stick, alternating colors and shapes to evoke a vibrant hot air balloon effect.
03 - Spread a small dollop of hummus or cream cheese onto the center of each mini round cracker.
04 - Press the bottom end of each topped pretzel stick firmly into the adhesive on each cracker to secure the assembly.
05 - Place parsley or basil leaves around the base of each assembled snack to create a leafy visual effect, if desired.
06 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours prior to serving for optimal freshness.
