Up Up Away Hot Air Snacks (Printable)

Vibrant, easy-to-make balloon-themed snacks featuring fresh produce and cheese for fun gatherings.

# What You Need:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 1 pint assorted cherry tomatoes
02 - 1 cup seedless grapes
03 - 1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
04 - 1 cup mini mozzarella balls

→ Deli & Bakery

05 - 8 pretzel sticks
06 - 8 mini round crackers

→ Pantry & Miscellaneous

07 - 2 tablespoons hummus or cream cheese
08 - Fresh parsley or basil leaves (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Wash and thoroughly dry all fresh produce.
02 - Thread cherry tomatoes, grapes, cubed cheddar, and mini mozzarella onto each pretzel stick, alternating colors and shapes to resemble a colorful hot air balloon.
03 - Spread a small dollop of hummus or cream cheese onto each mini round cracker.
04 - Press the bottom of each assembled pretzel stick firmly into the center of a cracker to secure it with the spread.
05 - Arrange parsley or basil leaves around the base of each snack to add a leafy decorative effect.
06 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Kid-friendly and colorful
  • Easy to prepare and fun to eat
02 -
  • Contains dairy and wheat from cheese and crackers
  • Optional garnishes add extra flavor and color
03 -
  • Use mini skewers for extra stability if needed
  • Alternate fruit and cheese colors for a vibrant look
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