Santas Belt Crackers Dip (Printable)

Festive cheddar crackers paired with a smooth roasted red pepper dip, ideal for holiday gatherings.

# What you'll need:

→ Crackers

01 - 24 whole wheat crackers, round or square
02 - 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced into 24 small squares

→ Roasted Red Pepper Dip

03 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
05 - 1 tbsp mayonnaise
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Decoration

09 - 24 thin strips of black olives
10 - 24 small squares of yellow bell pepper or cheddar cheese

# How to make it:

01 - Set the oven to 350°F (180°C) to preheat.
02 - Arrange the crackers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and top each with a square of cheddar cheese.
03 - Bake the crackers for 4 to 5 minutes until the cheese is melted but not bubbling, then remove and allow to cool slightly.
04 - In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, roasted red peppers, mayonnaise, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt; blend until smooth.
05 - Spoon or pipe a dollop of the dip onto the center of each cheese-topped cracker.
06 - Place a strip of black olive across the dip to form a belt, and position a small square of yellow bell pepper or cheddar as the buckle.
07 - Arrange the crackers on a serving platter and serve immediately.

# Expert suggestions:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare and serve
  • Perfect for holiday parties
02 -
  • Use gluten-free crackers and dairy-free cheese alternatives if needed
  • Add a pinch of cayenne to the dip for extra heat
03 -
  • Pairs nicely with sparkling apple cider or a light Pinot Noir
  • Serve immediately to keep crackers crisp
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