Long-Necked Giraffe Snack Tower (Print)

Playful snack tower featuring layered fresh veggies, cheese, and fruit, perfect for fun gatherings.

# Components:

→ Base & Body

01 - 4 thick cucumber slices
02 - 4 baby carrots
03 - 4 celery sticks, each cut to 4 inches
04 - 4 cheddar cheese cubes, approximately 1 inch each
05 - 4 gouda cheese cubes, approximately 1 inch each

→ Neck & Head

06 - 4 long pretzel rods
07 - 8 black olive slices
08 - 4 cherry tomatoes
09 - 4 thin apple slices

→ Decorative Features

10 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese or hummus
11 - 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds
12 - Fresh chives or parsley for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Place one cucumber slice flat on the serving surface as the base of the snack tower.
02 - Stack a cheddar cheese cube on the cucumber slice, then add a baby carrot, followed by a gouda cheese cube.
03 - Position a pretzel rod vertically by gently pressing it into the stacked cheese and vegetable layers for support.
04 - Secure a cherry tomato atop the pretzel rod as the head, using a small amount of cream cheese or hummus if necessary.
05 - Affix thin apple slices on either side of the cherry tomato with cream cheese or hummus to resemble ears.
06 - Place two black olive slices on the cherry tomato for eyes, using cream cheese or hummus to adhere them.
07 - Sprinkle black sesame seeds over the body and neck to mimic giraffe spots.
08 - Decorate the serving plate with fresh chives or parsley to simulate leaves or grass.
09 - Present snack towers immediately to maintain optimal texture and freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fun and visually appealing for kids
  • Healthy mix of fruits, vegetables, and cheese
02 -
  • For a vegan version, use plant-based cheese cubes and hummus instead of cream cheese
  • Swap vegetables and cheese as desired (e.g. use bell pepper strips or mozzarella)
03 -
  • Use a toothpick to help secure small toppings in place
  • Prepare all ingredients ahead for quick assembly
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