What ingredients create the melted snowman design?

Black olives form the eyes and buttons, carrot pieces create the nose and arms, and a red bell pepper strip serves as the scarf.

Can I prepare this platter in advance?

Yes, assemble the hummus base and decorations shortly before serving to maintain freshness and appearance.

Sliced cucumbers, baby carrots, bell pepper strips, and gluten-free crackers or pita chips pair well with the hummus.

Yes, when served with gluten-free dippers, the platter fits gluten-free dietary needs.

Sprinkle paprika or sumac on the hummus for added color and a subtle tangy flavor.

Capers or black beans can replace olives as creative button alternatives.

A playful and festive hummus platter featuring a melted snowman design, perfect for winter gatherings and holiday parties.

This platter always brings smiles at our holiday parties and is a great way to serve a healthy appetizer.

Hummus: 2 cups classic hummus (store-bought or homemade)
Decorations (Snowman Features): 2 black olives (for eyes and buttons), 1 small carrot (for nose and arms), 1 red bell pepper (for scarf), 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for decoration), 1 tablespoon olive oil (for drizzling), 1 tablespoon sesame seeds or black sesame seeds (for eyes/buttons, optional)
Dippers: Sliced cucumbers, Baby carrots, Bell pepper strips, Gluten-free crackers or pita chips

Step 1:: Spread the hummus in a large, irregular puddle shape on a serving platter to resemble a melted snowman.
Step 2:: Slice one black olive into small rounds for the eyes and buttons.
Step 3:: Peel and cut a small piece of carrot into a triangle for the snowman's nose. Use thin strips or matchsticks from the carrot to form arms.
Step 4:: Cut the red bell pepper into a thin strip to form a scarf, and shape as desired.
Step 5:: Arrange the olive pieces, carrot pieces, and bell pepper on top of the hummus to form the snowman's face, buttons, arms, and scarf.
Step 6:: Drizzle olive oil lightly over the hummus for shine and flavor. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and sesame seeds if desired.
Step 7:: Arrange the dippers (cucumbers, carrots, bell pepper strips, crackers) around the platter.
Step 8:: Serve immediately with additional dippers if desired.

This recipe is always a hit with my family, sparking joyful conversations and smiles every winter season.

For a vegan version, ensure the hummus and dippers are vegan-friendly and substitute any non-vegan ingredients accordingly.

Add paprika or sumac on top for extra color and flavor, and consider swapping in roasted red pepper or garlic hummus for variety.

Best served fresh but can be covered and refrigerated for up to 1 day; add fresh dippers before serving.

This melted snowman hummus platter adds fun and flavor to any gathering with minimal effort.

→ What ingredients create the melted snowman design?: Black olives form the eyes and buttons, carrot pieces create the nose and arms, and a red bell pepper strip serves as the scarf.
→ Can I prepare this platter in advance?: Yes, assemble the hummus base and decorations shortly before serving to maintain freshness and appearance.
→ What are the suggested dippers for this platter?: Sliced cucumbers, baby carrots, bell pepper strips, and gluten-free crackers or pita chips pair well with the hummus.
→ Is this suitable for gluten-free diets?: Yes, when served with gluten-free dippers, the platter fits gluten-free dietary needs.
→ How can I add extra flavor or color to this dish?: Sprinkle paprika or sumac on the hummus for added color and a subtle tangy flavor.
→ Are there alternatives for the snowman’s buttons?: Capers or black beans can replace olives as creative button alternatives.