Save A festive and fun appetizer featuring a cheerful snowman made from creamy dip and fresh, colorful vegetables—perfect for parties and holiday gatherings.
A festive and fun appetizer featuring a cheerful snowman made from creamy dip and fresh colorful vegetables is sure to impress guests and make any holiday gathering special.
Ingredients
- For the Snowman Dip: 1 ½ cups (340 g) cream cheese softened
- For the Snowman Dip: ¾ cup (170 g) sour cream
- For the Snowman Dip: ¼ cup (60 g) mayonnaise
- For the Snowman Dip: 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- For the Snowman Dip: ½ teaspoon onion powder
- For the Snowman Dip: ½ teaspoon salt
- For the Snowman Dip: ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- For the Snowman Dip: 2 tablespoons fresh chives finely chopped
- For Decoration & Platter: 1 small carrot (for nose and scarf)
- For Decoration & Platter: 2 black olives (for eyes and buttons)
- For Decoration & Platter: 1 red bell pepper (for scarf)
- For Decoration & Platter: 1 cucumber sliced
- For Decoration & Platter: 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- For Decoration & Platter: 1 cup baby carrots
- For Decoration & Platter: 1 cup broccoli florets
- For Decoration & Platter: 1 cup cauliflower florets
- For Decoration & Platter: 1 cup snap peas
- For Decoration & Platter: Fresh parsley or dill (optional for garnish)
- For Decoration & Platter: Crackers or pita chips (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a medium bowl mix cream cheese sour cream mayonnaise garlic powder onion powder salt pepper and chives until smooth and well combined.
- Step 2:
- Divide the dip into two portions shape one larger ball for the snowmans body and one smaller ball for the head Place them on a large serving platter forming the snowman shape.
- Step 3:
- Slice a round from the carrot to make the nose Use black olives to make eyes and buttons Cut strips from the red bell pepper to form a scarf.
- Step 4:
- Arrange the sliced cucumber cherry tomatoes baby carrots broccoli cauliflower and snap peas around the snowman dip to create a colorful veggie platter.
- Step 5:
- Garnish with fresh parsley or dill if desired Serve with crackers or pita chips on the side.
Save This recipe is a fun family favorite that brings everyone together at holiday parties and celebrations.
Required Tools
Mixing bowl Spoon or spatula Serving platter Small knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cream cheese sour cream) Eggs (mayonnaise if not egg-free) Wheat (if serving with regular crackers or pita chips) Double-check dip and cracker ingredients for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 140 Total Fat 11 g Carbohydrates 7 g Protein 4 g per serving dip and veggies only
Save This snowman veggie dip platter adds a charming touch to your gatherings and is easy to prepare ahead of time.
Recipe Guide
- → What ingredients create the base for the dip?
The dip base is made with cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic and onion powder, salt, pepper, and fresh chives, blended until smooth.
- → How is the snowman shape formed?
The dip is shaped into two balls—a larger one for the body and a smaller one for the head—arranged on the platter to resemble a snowman.
- → Which vegetables are used for decoration?
Carrot slices (for nose and scarf), black olives (eyes and buttons), red bell pepper strips (scarf), cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, broccoli, cauliflower florets, and snap peas surround the dip.
- → Can this platter be adapted for a vegan diet?
Yes, by using plant-based versions of cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise, this dish can be made vegan-friendly.
- → Are there any suggested flavor enhancements?
Adding smoked paprika or a squeeze of lemon juice to the dip can enhance its flavor, while swapping vegetables allows for personalized tastes.
- → What tools are needed to assemble this platter?
A mixing bowl, spoon or spatula, serving platter, and a small knife for cutting vegetables are required for preparation.