There is so much that can be done using everyday simple ingredients in your pantry . This cracker appetizer with cucumber, pomegranate, and seasoned cream cheese topping comes together in 10 minutes. Ideal finger food to snack on or to entertain your guests at a party.

I love hosting and always look for easy to make hassle-free recipes for parties. Something that requires least effort and is crowd-friendly. This recipe is as appealing as my coleslaw sandwich bars and tortilla pinwheels.

My favorite cracker appetizer since forever!

My friend happened to visit me the same day I made this pumpkin rice pudding. The trifle is great in itself but I wanted to make something more. You know how it is when you are expecting guests at your place, you just can’t settle for one thing.

With less time on hand, I couldn’t attempt making something elaborate. So, I quickly made this cream cheese cracker appetizer with stuff I already had at home. And they turned out pretty awesome!!! Since then I have been making it quite often.

This recipe is so easy and convenient to make as an after school snack or whenever hunger strikes. Simply season some cream cheese and slather it generously over the crackers. Top it with some chopped cucumber for a fresh delicious crunch.

How do I make these cheese crackers in 10 minutes?

• I had cucumber, pomegranate, and Philadelphia full-fat cream cheese in my fridge. So, I peeled and chopped cucumber.
• Pomegranate perils were already ready as I had peeled and de-seeded them early that morning.
• I grabbed some Ritz crackers from the cabinet.
• Popped the cream cheese in the microwave for 10 seconds to loosen up. (You may leave it over the counter until it softens).
• Then I added my favorite Italian Seasoning, black pepper, and salt to it.

• Instead of just smearing it on the crackers I decided to pipe it.
• Put the toppings on it and viola it was all ready to serve.
• This simple appetizer turned out very addictive.

Pro tip –

1. Use softened cream cheese for easing piping. Keep it at room temperature for 1 hour or carefully soften it in the microwave for 10 seconds.
2. This appetizer recipe is very customizable and doesn’t get soggy for hours. You can make it up to 3 hours ahead of time and store it covered in a cool place or refrigerate it.

Possible other toppings for crackers.

Other recommended toppings that go well with cream cheese-

• Chopped red bell peppers, green peppers, chives, apples, candied nuts.
• Strawberries or raspberries are excellent choices too.

Make it gluten-free

Make sure to use gluten-free crackers. Rest remains the same.

Turn it Vegan

Instead of dairy cream-cheese use a non-dairy one.

Make it healthier

Use your choice of whole grain or grain-free baked crackers and turn it into a delicious healthy snack.

A party-worthy holiday appetizer for everyone!

This is such a no-brainer easy appetizer to put up for the Christmas holidays. It looks pretty and tastes amazing enough to dazzle on your holiday table. Do consider making it this holiday season.

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10- Minute Cucumber Cream Cheese Cracker Appetizer

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3.88 from 8 votes

10- Minute Cucumber Cream Cheese Cracker

This easy cracker appetizer with cucumber, pomegranate, and seasoned cream cheese topping is always a hit with kids and adults alike.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Adjustable Servings –32

Author Khushboo

Ingredients

• 1 package Philadelphia original cream cheese 8oz
• 1 pack Ritz Crackers or of your choice approx. 32 count.
• Toppings-
• 1 cucumber chopped
• 1 cup peeled Pomegranate perils
• Seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Pinch of Ground Black pepper
• Pinch of salt to taste

Instructions

• Remove the cream cheese from the foil package. Pop the cream cheese in the microwave for 10 seconds to loosen up. (You may leave it over the counter for 1 hour until it softens). Add the Italian seasoning, black pepper, salt and mix well with the cream cheese.
• Instead of just smearing it on the crackers I decided to pipe it. I have used a big open star tip nozzle to pipe it.
• Set the crackers on a serving tray.
• Put the toppings on it and viola it was all ready to serve.

Notes

Makes a great appetizer for holidays, special occasions, casual gatherings, potlucks, game nights, parties, play dates, and as an after-school snack.

You can increase or decrease this recipe to your preference.

Pro tip –

• Use softened cream cheese for easing piping. Keep it at room temperature for 1 hour or carefully soften it in the microwave for 10 seconds.
• This appetizer recipe is very customizable and doesn’t get soggy for hours. You can make it up to 3 hours ahead of time and store it covered in a cool place or refrigerate it.
• If vegan, use vegan cream cheese.
• If gluten-free, go for grain-free crackers.

Possible substitutes

Other recommended toppings that go well with cream cheese-

• Chopped red bell peppers, green peppers, chives, apples, candied nuts.
• Strawberries or raspberries are excellent choices too.

 

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