Holiday Star Cucumber Bites (Printable Page)

Festive cucumber slices topped with creamy spread and vibrant garnishes, perfect for gatherings.

# What You Need:

→ Produce

01 - 2 large cucumbers
02 - 1 small red bell pepper
03 - 1 small yellow bell pepper
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped

→ Dairy

05 - 7 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 2 tablespoons sour cream

→ Pantry

07 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Black pepper, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Wash and slice the cucumbers into 1/3-inch thick rounds. Using a small star-shaped cookie cutter, cut a star shape out of the center of half the rounds. Reserve the star-shaped cutouts for garnish or other use.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
03 - Finely dice the red and yellow bell peppers.
04 - Pipe or spoon a dollop of the cream cheese mixture onto each whole cucumber round.
05 - Sprinkle each bite with diced red and yellow bell peppers and fresh dill for festive color.
06 - Top each with a cucumber star or additional garnish as desired.
07 - Arrange on a platter and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Colorful and festive appetizer
  • Easy to prepare and serve
02 -
  • Use fresh cucumbers for the best crispness
  • Cut stars can be saved for garnish or snacks
03 -
  • Chill cucumbers well before slicing to get cleaner cuts
  • Use a piping bag for neater cream cheese application
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