Save A festive, bite-sized party snack featuring sharp cheddar cheese cubes skewered on crispy pretzel sticks, perfect for ringing in the New Year.
This snack has been a hit at every New Year's Eve party I've hosted, always disappearing before midnight.
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Ingredients
- Cheese: 200 g (about 7 oz) sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 2 cm (¾-inch) cubes
- Garnishes: 2 tbsp chopped chives or fresh parsley (optional), 1 tbsp poppy seeds or toasted sesame seeds (optional)
- Crunchy Base: 24 thin pretzel sticks
- Optional Additions: 24 seedless red or green grapes, 24 cherry tomato halves
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheddar cheese cubes on a plate or tray.
- Step 2:
- If desired, roll or sprinkle the tops of some cheese cubes with chopped chives, parsley, poppy seeds, or sesame seeds for variety.
- Step 3:
- Skewer each cheddar cube onto one end of a pretzel stick to resemble a sparkler.
- Step 4:
- For extra color and flavor, add a grape or cherry tomato half to the pretzel before adding the cheese cube.
- Step 5:
- Stand the sparklers upright on a serving platter for a festive display. Serve immediately.
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Required Tools
Sharp knife, Cutting board, Serving platter
Nutritional Information
Per sparkler: 55 calories, 3.6 g total fat, 3.5 g carbohydrates, 2.8 g protein
Serving Suggestions
Serve with honey mustard or a spicy dip on the side for extra flair.
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This easy recipe will brighten any party and impress your guests.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of cheese works best?
Sharp cheddar provides a rich, tangy flavor that pairs well with the saltiness of pretzel sticks. For variety, try gouda or pepper jack.
- → How can I add extra flavor to the cheese cubes?
Sprinkle chopped chives, parsley, poppy seeds, or toasted sesame seeds on the cheese cubes for added aroma and texture.
- → Are there any serving suggestions for these sparklers?
Serve upright on a platter for a festive display, and consider offering honey mustard or spicy dipping sauce on the side.
- → Can I prepare this in advance?
Assemble shortly before serving to preserve the crispness of the pretzel sticks and freshness of the cheese.
- → What optional ingredients can be added?
Seedless grapes or cherry tomato halves add a burst of color and complement the cheese and pretzels with fresh flavor.
