Description
Pomegranate cream cheese spreads creamy indulgence across crackers or bagels with Mediterranean flair. Crimson seeds add tangy sparkle to rich cheese, creating a delightful appetizer you can enjoy in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (118 ml) cream cheese
- ½ cup (120 g) pomegranate arils
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) honey
- 10 crackers
Instructions
- Prep Base: Smoothly layer cream cheese across each cracker, creating a uniform, silky foundation that will support the subsequent ingredients.
- Seed Scatter: Liberally distribute pomegranate arils over the cream cheese, ensuring vibrant ruby jewels cover the creamy surface with a burst of color and texture.
- Sweet Finish: Gently drizzle honey across the adorned crackers, introducing a nuanced sweetness that balances the tangy cream cheese and bright pomegranate elements.
- Serve and Garnish: Artfully arrange crackers on a platter, complementing the arrangement with additional scattered pomegranate seeds to elevate the visual appeal and promise of delectable flavors.
Notes
- Prep with Precision: Spread cream cheese evenly and smoothly to create a perfect base that prevents cracker sogginess and ensures balanced flavor in every bite.
- Seed Selection Matters: Choose fresh, bright red pomegranate arils at peak ripeness for maximum burst of flavor and vibrant color that elevates the entire appetizer.
- Honey Harmony: Drizzle honey just before serving to maintain crispness and prevent crackers from becoming soft, balancing the tangy cream cheese with subtle sweetness.
- Serve Immediately: Assemble these appetizers moments before guests arrive to preserve cracker crunchiness and maintain the fresh, exciting flavor profile of each ingredient.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg