Fruity and Spicy Appetizers
Bursting with tropical flavors and a zesty kick, these Fruity and Spicy Appetizers are the perfect no-cook bite-sized treats to wow your guests! Made with sweet, juicy pineapple and mango, these refreshing fruit stacks are elevated by a creamy, tangy spread of lime-infused cream cheese, subtly sweetened with honey and spiced with jalapeño. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds an herby brightness, while toothpicks make them ideal for entertaining. These colorful appetizers come together in just 20 minutes and are guaranteed to bring a vibrant, gourmet touch to your next gathering. Perfect for summer parties, picnics, or as a unique twist for your appetizer spread, they’re as easy to make as they are delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized fresh pineapple
- 1 large ripe mango
- 1 jalapeño pepper
- 200 grams cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 medium-sized lime
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 24 toothpicks
Instructions
Peel and core the pineapple, then cut it into bite-sized pieces (approximately 1-inch cubes).
Peel and cube the mango into similar bite-sized pieces. Set both pineapple and mango aside in separate bowls.
Finely dice the jalapeño pepper, removing seeds for less heat if desired.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, honey, the juice of the lime, diced jalapeño, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Chop the cilantro finely and stir it into the cream cheese mixture for added freshness.
Assemble the appetizers by spreading a small dollop of the spicy cream cheese mixture onto a piece of pineapple. Top it with a piece of mango, then secure the stack with a toothpick.
Repeat the process until all ingredients are used, creating approximately 24 appetizers.
Arrange the appetizers on a serving platter and garnish with additional cilantro leaves if desired.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.6 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.8 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 202 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 1232 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.4 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.6 g | ||
| Protein | 17.6 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 303 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1302 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
