Sweet, salty, and spicy snacks featuring creamy cheese, pecans, and jalapeño for festive occasions.
# What you need:
→ Base
01 - 24 salted pretzel rounds or mini crackers
02 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons honey
→ Topping
04 - 24 roasted pecan halves
05 - 2 tablespoons dried cranberries, finely chopped
06 - 1 small jalapeño, finely diced, seeds removed
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
08 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
→ Garnish
10 - 1 tablespoon hot honey, optional for drizzling
11 - Fresh microgreens or parsley, optional
# How to make it:
01 - In a small bowl, blend cream cheese and honey until smooth and fluffy.
02 - Place pretzel rounds or crackers evenly on a serving platter.
03 - Spread approximately one teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each base.
04 - Top each with one roasted pecan half, a sprinkle of chopped cranberries, and a pinch of diced jalapeño.
05 - Sprinkle smoked paprika, chopped chives, and a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt over each piece.
06 - Lightly drizzle hot honey over the treats for added heat and shine if desired.
07 - Top with microgreens or parsley if preferred and serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
