Pin It A whimsical, kid-friendly snack tower featuring layers of crackers, cheese, and fruit, inspired by the tall elegance of a giraffe. Perfect for parties or playful lunches.
This snack stack has become a favorite in our family for quick, healthy treats that kids love to help make.
Ingredients
- Crackers: 20 rectangular whole-grain crackers
- Cheese: 8 slices cheddar cheese, 8 slices Swiss cheese
- Fruit & Vegetables: 1 large cucumber, 1 large carrot, 1 yellow bell pepper, 16 black olives (pitted)
- Extras: 2 tablespoons cream cheese (for assembling), 8 fresh chive stems (for decoration)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and peel the cucumber and carrot. Cut the cucumber into thin, long strips. Cut the carrot into thin matchsticks. Slice the yellow bell pepper into thin strips.
- Step 2:
- Lay out a cracker as the base. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on top.
- Step 3:
- Add a slice of cheddar cheese, a few cucumber strips, and a couple of carrot matchsticks.
- Step 4:
- Top with another cracker, spread a little more cream cheese, and add a slice of Swiss cheese, a few bell pepper strips, and two olive slices.
- Step 5:
- Repeat the layering process until you have a stack of 5 crackers, alternating cheese and vegetables for color and flavor.
- Step 6:
- To mimic the giraffes neck, insert a chive stem along the side of the stack. Use an olive slice at the top as the head and two small carrot pieces as horns (ossicones).
- Step 7:
- Secure the stack with a toothpick if needed. Repeat to make 4 stacks.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately for best texture.
Pin It This recipe brings our family together for a fun and creative snack time, sparking smiles and giggles with each giraffe tower.
Notes
Kids can help assemble for a fun activity. Serve with a side of hummus or dip for extra flavor.
Required Tools
Sharp knife, Vegetable peeler, Small spreading knife, Toothpicks (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese, cream cheese), Wheat (crackers). May contain Gluten (crackers) depending on brand. Double-check all ingredient labels if you have allergies.
Pin It Enjoy this playful and healthy snack any time you want to brighten your family’s day.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I make the cracker stack stable?
Use cream cheese as a spread between layers to help them stick together. Inserting a toothpick through the stack can add extra stability.
- → Can I substitute the cheeses?
Yes, feel free to use any favorite cheeses. Mild or sharp varieties both work well for layering.
- → What vegetables work best in the stack?
Thinly sliced cucumber, carrot matchsticks, yellow bell pepper strips, and olives add color and texture, but other crunchy veggies can also be used.
- → Is this snack suitable for children?
Absolutely! The fun design and manageable bite sizes make it kid-friendly and great for involving children in assembly.
- → Can I prepare the stacks ahead of time?
It's best to assemble just before serving to maintain the crackers’ crispness and fresh vegetable texture.