Ladybug
Transform your appetizers into a whimsical masterpiece with this delightful "Ladybug" recipe! Perfect for parties, kids' gatherings, or spring-themed events, these bite-sized snacks combine crunchy round crackers with a creamy layer of cream cheese, topped with vibrant cherry tomatoes and black olives designed to mimic adorable ladybugs. Garnished with black sesame seeds for spots and delicate chive antennae, these charming treats are as visually striking as they are delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this fun and easy finger food is sure to impress your guests while delivering a fresh burst of flavor. Serve these creative "ladybug" appetizers for a stunning addition to your snack spread!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces round crackers
- 120 grams cream cheese
- 6 pieces cherry tomatoes
- 6 pieces black olives
- 6 pieces fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds
Instructions
Place the crackers on a clean, flat surface or serving plate as the base of the 'ladybugs'.
Spread an even layer of cream cheese on each cracker using a butter knife.
Cut each cherry tomato in half lengthwise to create the ladybug's shell, and then place one half on top of the cream cheese on each cracker, cut side down.
Slice the black olives in half lengthwise. Use one half as the ladybug's head and place it at one edge of the cracker, just touching the cherry tomato.
Use a toothpick to dab small dots of cream cheese onto the cherry tomato halves to serve as glue. Then, carefully stick black sesame seeds onto these spots to mimic the ladybug's spots.
Cut the fresh chives into small segments, about 1 to 1.5 inches in length, to resemble the ladybug's antennae. Gently tuck two chive pieces under the olive 'head' on each cracker.
Arrange the finished ladybug snacks on a platter and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.3 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.8 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1474 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.7 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 449 mg | 10% | |
*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.
