Santas Belt Crackers Dip (Printable)

Holiday-themed crackers styled as Santa's belt served with a smooth dip, ideal for festive occasions.

# Components:

→ Crackers & Decorations

01 - 24 round buttery crackers (e.g., Ritz)
02 - 6 slices mild cheddar cheese
03 - 24 small strips black olives
04 - 12 small squares yellow bell pepper or cheddar cheese

→ Dip

05 - 1 cup whipped cream cheese
06 - ½ cup roasted red peppers, finely chopped
07 - 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped
08 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
09 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Method:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine whipped cream cheese, roasted red peppers, chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.
02 - Using a small round cookie cutter or glass, cut cheddar cheese slices into circles slightly smaller than the crackers.
03 - Place a cheddar cheese circle on top of each cracker.
04 - Lay a thin strip of black olive across the center of each cracker to form the belt.
05 - Place a small square of yellow bell pepper or cheddar cheese in the center of the olive strip to represent the buckle.
06 - Arrange the decorated crackers on a serving platter around the bowl of dip and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for parties and family gatherings
  • Fun holiday-themed presentation
02 -
  • Substitute black olive strips with thin strips of nori or black food-safe tape for a different look
  • These crackers are best assembled just before serving to maintain crispness
03 -
  • For a spicy dip add a pinch of cayenne pepper
  • Best assemble crackers just before serving to keep crispness
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