Melted Snowman Hummus Platter (Printable version)

A cheerful hummus display decorated with olives, carrot, and peppers for festive winter entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Hummus

01 - 2 cups classic hummus

→ Decorations (Snowman Features)

02 - 2 black olives
03 - 1 small carrot
04 - 1 red bell pepper
05 - 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds or black sesame seeds (optional)

→ Dippers

08 - Sliced cucumbers
09 - Baby carrots
10 - Bell pepper strips
11 - Gluten-free crackers or pita chips

# Directions:

01 - Spread the hummus in a large, irregular puddle shape on a serving platter to resemble a melted snowman.
02 - Slice one black olive into thin rounds to create eyes and buttons.
03 - Peel and cut a small piece of carrot into a triangle for the nose; use thin strips or matchsticks to form arms.
04 - Cut red bell pepper into a thin strip and shape it as a scarf across the hummus.
05 - Arrange olive rounds, carrot pieces, and bell pepper on the hummus to depict the face, buttons, arms, and scarf.
06 - Drizzle olive oil over the hummus for shine and flavor, then sprinkle with chopped parsley and optional sesame seeds.
07 - Place sliced cucumbers, baby carrots, bell pepper strips, and gluten-free crackers or pita chips around the platter.
08 - Serve immediately with additional dippers if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fun and creative presentation
  • Easy to prepare and serves a crowd
02 -
  • For a vegan version, ensure the hummus and dippers are vegan-friendly.
  • Contains sesame from hummus and optional sesame seeds.
03 -
  • Use capers or black beans as button alternatives for variety
  • Add paprika or sumac for extra color and flavor
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