How do I create the melted snowman shape?

Spread the hummus in an irregular puddle shape on a large platter to mimic a melting snowman outline.

What ingredients form the snowman’s features?

Use black olive slices for eyes and buttons, carrot triangles for the nose and arms, and a red bell pepper strip for the scarf.

Absolutely. Try varieties like roasted red pepper or garlic hummus to add different flavors and colors.

Sliced cucumbers, baby carrots, bell pepper strips, and gluten-free crackers all pair well as dippers.

Yes, especially if you select gluten-free crackers or pita chips as dippers.

Drizzle olive oil lightly over the hummus, sprinkle with chopped parsley and optional sesame seeds for extra texture and appeal.

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

This platter was a hit at my last holiday gathering and made for a memorable appetizer everyone enjoyed.

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 snowmans 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 snowmans 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.

We enjoy assembling this platter together as a family, making holiday prep fun and interactive.

You can substitute the hummus with roasted red pepper or garlic varieties for added flavor.

Serve with gluten-free crackers or fresh veggie dippers for a healthy and inclusive appetizer.

Store leftovers covered in the fridge and consume within 2 days for best freshness.

This hummus platter is a simple yet creative way to add charm to your holiday spread every year.

→ How do I create the melted snowman shape?: Spread the hummus in an irregular puddle shape on a large platter to mimic a melting snowman outline.
→ What ingredients form the snowman’s features?: Use black olive slices for eyes and buttons, carrot triangles for the nose and arms, and a red bell pepper strip for the scarf.
→ Can I customize the hummus flavor?: Absolutely. Try varieties like roasted red pepper or garlic hummus to add different flavors and colors.
→ What can I serve alongside this platter?: Sliced cucumbers, baby carrots, bell pepper strips, and gluten-free crackers all pair well as dippers.
→ Is this platter suitable for gluten-free diets?: Yes, especially if you select gluten-free crackers or pita chips as dippers.
→ How can I enhance the platter's flavor and presentation?: Drizzle olive oil lightly over the hummus, sprinkle with chopped parsley and optional sesame seeds for extra texture and appeal.