How do you create the melted snowman shape?

Spread hummus in an irregular puddle shape on a large platter to mimic the melting snowman base, allowing space to add details on top.

What ingredients are used for the snowman’s features?

Black olives make the eyes and buttons, carrot slices form the nose and arms, and thin red bell pepper strips create the scarf.

Yes, it’s naturally vegetarian and can be gluten-free when paired with gluten-free dippers. Use vegan-friendly hummus and dippers for a vegan option.

Fresh sliced cucumbers, baby carrots, bell pepper strips, and gluten-free crackers or pita chips all complement the creamy hummus nicely.

Drizzle olive oil over the hummus for shine, sprinkle chopped parsley and sesame seeds on top, and add paprika or sumac for extra color and flavor.

Capers or black beans can be used as alternatives to black olive slices for the snowman buttons.

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

This is one of my favorite holiday appetizers to serve because it always delights guests of all ages with its creative design.

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.

This recipe always brings smiles in my family as we gather to decorate and enjoy this festive treat together.

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

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

Approximately 160 calories per serving with 9 grams fat, 15 grams carbohydrates, and 5 grams protein.

This cheerful hummus platter is a delightful centerpiece to any holiday party and sure to impress your guests.

→ How do you create the melted snowman shape?: Spread hummus in an irregular puddle shape on a large platter to mimic the melting snowman base, allowing space to add details on top.
→ What ingredients are used for the snowman’s features?: Black olives make the eyes and buttons, carrot slices form the nose and arms, and thin red bell pepper strips create the scarf.
→ Can this platter accommodate dietary restrictions?: Yes, it’s naturally vegetarian and can be gluten-free when paired with gluten-free dippers. Use vegan-friendly hummus and dippers for a vegan option.
→ What dippers pair well with this platter?: Fresh sliced cucumbers, baby carrots, bell pepper strips, and gluten-free crackers or pita chips all complement the creamy hummus nicely.
→ How can the presentation be enhanced?: Drizzle olive oil over the hummus for shine, sprinkle chopped parsley and sesame seeds on top, and add paprika or sumac for extra color and flavor.
→ Are there any suggested variations for buttons?: Capers or black beans can be used as alternatives to black olive slices for the snowman buttons.