How do I create the melted snowman shape?

Spread the hummus in an uneven, puddle-like shape on a platter to mimic a melting snowman’s form.

What ingredients are used for the snowman's features?

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

Yes, varieties like roasted red pepper or garlic hummus can be substituted to add extra flavor.

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

Ensure the hummus and dippers do not contain dairy or other animal products to maintain a vegan approach.

The hummus and optional sesame seeds contain sesame; check labels for nuts or gluten in store-bought items.

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

This hummus platter has become a holiday favorite in our home, always bringing smiles and compliments from guests.

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.

Our family loves gathering around this platter, especially the kids who enjoy assembling the snowman features themselves.

Large serving platter, Small paring knife, Spreading spatula or spoon

Contains sesame from hummus and optional sesame seeds. Check labels for tree nuts and gluten if using store-bought items or certain dippers.

Per serving: 160 calories, 9 g total fat, 15 g carbohydrates, 5 g protein.

This hummus platter is the perfect festive addition that brings both flavor and fun to your holiday table.

→ How do I create the melted snowman shape?: Spread the hummus in an uneven, puddle-like shape on a platter to mimic a melting snowman’s form.
→ What ingredients are used for the snowman's features?: Black olives create eyes and buttons, carrot pieces form the nose and arms, and a red bell pepper piece serves as the scarf.
→ Can I use different hummus flavors for this platter?: Yes, varieties like roasted red pepper or garlic hummus can be substituted to add extra flavor.
→ What dippers pair best with this platter?: Sliced cucumbers, baby carrots, bell pepper strips, and gluten-free crackers or pita chips complement the hummus well.
→ How can I make this dish vegan-friendly?: Ensure the hummus and dippers do not contain dairy or other animal products to maintain a vegan approach.
→ Are there any common allergens to consider?: The hummus and optional sesame seeds contain sesame; check labels for nuts or gluten in store-bought items.