Up, Up & Away Snacks (Printable)

Vibrant snacks with tomatoes, grapes, cheese, and pretzels, ideal for parties and playdates.

# Ingredient list:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 1 pint cherry tomatoes (assorted colors)
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 glue)
08 - Fresh parsley or basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

# Cooking steps:

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 create a vibrant hot air balloon effect.
03 - Spread a small dollop of hummus or cream cheese onto each mini round cracker.
04 - Press the bottom of each topped pretzel stick into the center of a prepared cracker, securing it with the spread as glue.
05 - Optionally arrange fresh parsley or basil leaves around the base of each cracker for a leafy presentation. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Kid-friendly and colorful
  • Perfect for parties and playdates
02 -
  • Contains dairy and wheat from cheese and crackers
  • Contains gluten from pretzel sticks and crackers
03 -
  • Add mini cucumber slices or bell pepper squares for extra crunch and color
  • Serve with a side of ranch dip or yogurt dip for extra flavor
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