Save Festive, colorful bite-sized appetizers inspired by the Olympic rings—perfect for parties and celebrations.
These appetizers were a hit at my last celebration, bringing friends together with their fun presentation and tasty flavors.
Ingredients
- Base: 20 round water crackers or mini rice cakes
- Cream Cheese Spread: 200 g (7 oz) cream cheese, softened 2 tbsp sour cream 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Toppings (to represent ring colors): 1/4 cup black olives, sliced (black ring) 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or red bell pepper, diced (red ring) 1/4 cup yellow bell pepper, diced (yellow ring) 1/4 cup cucumber, diced or sliced (green ring) 1/4 cup blue corn tortilla chips, crushed or blue food coloring (blue ring)
- Garnish: Fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and spreadable.
- Step 2:
- Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each cracker or rice cake.
- Step 3:
- Arrange crackers in five interlocking rings on a large platter to mimic the Olympic rings layout.
- Step 4:
- Top each group of 4 crackers with one of the colored toppings: black olives for black, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper for red, yellow bell pepper for yellow, cucumber for green, and blue corn chips (or a dot of blue-colored cream cheese) for blue.
- Step 5:
- Garnish with fresh chives or parsley, if desired.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately for best texture.
Save This recipe always brings smiles and festive vibes to our family gatherings.
Required Tools
Mixing bowl Spatula or spoon Large serving platter Small knife for chopping
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cream cheese, sour cream) Crackers may contain gluten Check all product labels for allergens if substituting ingredients
Nutritional Information
Calories: 60 Total Fat: 3.5 g Carbohydrates: 6 g Protein: 1.5 g per appetizer
Save These appetizers bring color and joy to any party and are perfect for easy entertaining.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What base works best for these bites?
Round water crackers or mini rice cakes provide a crisp, neutral base that supports the creamy spread and colorful toppings without overpowering their flavor.
- → How can I achieve the vibrant ring colors?
Use ingredients like black olives, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, and blue corn tortilla chips or blue food coloring for rich, vivid hues.
- → Are there vegan alternatives for the creamy spread?
Yes, plant-based cream cheese and sour cream options can be used to replicate the creamy texture and tanginess suitable for vegan diets.
- → How should the bites be arranged for best effect?
Arrange the crackers in interlocking concentric rings on a serving platter to mimic the iconic Olympic ring layout, enhancing the visual appeal.
- → Can this dish be customized for different flavors?
Absolutely. Consider adding smoked salmon for a savory twist or roasted eggplant for deeper flavor variations, especially on the colored toppings.