Santas Belt Crackers Dip (Printer View)

Festive crackers shaped as Santas belt paired with a creamy, flavorful dip, perfect for holiday sharing.

# What you'll need:

→ 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 - 1/2 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 - Combine whipped cream cheese, roasted red peppers, chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.
02 - Cut cheddar cheese slices into circles slightly smaller than the crackers using a small round cookie cutter or glass.
03 - Place a cheddar circle on 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 belt buckle.
06 - Arrange the decorated crackers on a platter around the bowl of dip and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for parties and family gatherings
  • Festive holiday-themed decoration
02 -
  • Substitute black olive strips with thin strips of nori or black food-safe tape for a different look
  • Assemble crackers just before serving to maintain crispness
03 -
  • For a spicy dip, add a pinch of cayenne pepper
  • Use a cookie cutter for neatly sized cheddar circles
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