Save A playful and creamy appetizer featuring a festive melted snowman made of cheese and yogurt, perfect for holiday gatherings and sure to delight kids and adults alike.
I remember making this with my family every holiday season it quickly became a beloved tradition.
Ingredients
- Dip Base: 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese softene d, 170 g (6 oz) plain Greek yogurt, 60 g (1/4 cup) sour cream, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives
- Accents & Decorations: 1 2 baby carrots (for noses), 6 8 whole black peppercorns or black olives diced (for eyes/buttons), 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced (for scarves), 2 3 pretzel sticks (for arms), Fresh parsley or chive stems (for accents), Crackers pita chips or sliced vegetables for serving
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a medium bowl beat the cream cheese until smooth Add Greek yogurt sour cream garlic powder onion powder salt and black pepper Mix until creamy and well combined Stir in chopped chives
- Step 2:
- Spoon the dip onto a large serving plate or shallow bowl Use a spatula to shape the dip into a lumpy melted snow puddle leaving some uneven edges
- Step 3:
- To create the snowman Roll a small ball of cream cheese or dip for the head and place it at one end of the puddle Insert a baby carrot as the nose Add black peppercorns or olive pieces for eyes and buttons Lay a red bell pepper strip around the neck as a scarf Stick pretzel sticks on either side as arms Use parsley or chive stems for extra decoration optional
- Step 4:
- Arrange crackers pita chips or sliced vegetables around the dip for serving
Save Kids love helping decorate the snowman making it a fun family activity during holiday gatherings.
Required Tools
Medium mixing bowl Electric mixer or whisk Rubber spatula Serving plate or shallow bowl Small knife for slicing accents
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cream cheese yogurt sour cream) Contains gluten if serving with wheat-based crackers or pretzels Always check labels for allergens if using pre-made ingredients
Nutritional Information
Calories 145 Total Fat 10 g Carbohydrates 7 g Protein 6 g per serving
Save This delightful dip adds a whimsical touch to any party and is sure to impress your guests with its creativity and taste.
Recipe FAQs
- → What ingredients create the creamy base?
Cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and sour cream combined with garlic and onion powders, salt, pepper, and fresh chives form the smooth, flavorful base.
- → How is the melted snowman shape made?
The dip is spread unevenly to mimic melting snow, with small cheese balls as the head, baby carrots for noses, peppercorns or olives for eyes and buttons, red pepper strips as scarves, and pretzel sticks as arms.
- → What are good dippers for this creamy dish?
Crackers, pita chips, and sliced vegetables all complement the creamy texture and festive presentation perfectly.
- → Can this dish be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, it can be refrigerated for up to 4 hours before serving to keep flavors fresh and the shape intact.
- → Is there a way to lighten the dip?
Using low-fat cream cheese and yogurt can reduce calories and fat while maintaining creamy texture.
- → What allergies should be considered?
This dish contains dairy and may contain gluten if served with wheat-based crackers or pretzels. Check ingredient labels if needed.