Up Up Away Hot Air (Print Version)

Vibrant snacks made with cherry tomatoes, grapes, cheeses, and pretzels—perfect for fun occasions.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 1 pint cherry tomatoes (assorted colors)
02 - 1 cup seedless grapes (red, green, or mixed)
03 - 1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
04 - 1 cup mini mozzarella balls

→ Deli & Bakery

05 - 8 pretzel sticks
06 - 8 mini round crackers

→ Pantry & Miscellaneous

07 - 2 tablespoons hummus or cream cheese (for adhesion)
08 - Fresh parsley or basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Rinse and thoroughly dry all fresh produce to ensure cleanliness.
02 - Alternate threading cherry tomatoes, grapes, cheddar cubes, and mozzarella balls onto each pretzel stick, creating a colorful pattern resembling a hot air balloon.
03 - Spread a small amount of hummus or cream cheese onto the center of each mini cracker.
04 - Press the bottom end of each topped pretzel stick into the center of a prepared cracker to secure using the spread adhesive.
05 - Optionally arrange fresh parsley or basil leaves around the base for an added leafy appearance.
06 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Kid-friendly and colorful
  • Easy to prepare in 20 minutes
02 -
  • Contains dairy and wheat from cheese and crackers
  • For a sweeter version, substitute cheese with marshmallows and fruit only
03 -
  • Alternate colors carefully to create visually appealing snacks
  • Use cream cheese as glue for a dairy-free option
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