# Components:
→ Crackers
01 - 24 plain round or square crackers (e.g., water crackers, butter crackers)
→ Cheese
02 - 7 ounces semi-firm cheese (e.g., cheddar, gouda, swiss), sliced 1/8 inch thick
→ Garnish (optional)
03 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh herbs (e.g., chives, parsley, dill)
04 - 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
05 - 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
06 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese or soft spreadable cheese (for adhesion)
# Directions:
01 - Using a small snowflake-shaped cookie cutter, cut snowflake shapes from the cheese slices.
02 - Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on each cracker to help the cheese adhere.
03 - Place a cheese snowflake on each cracker, pressing gently to secure.
04 - Sprinkle chopped herbs, diced red pepper pieces, or a dusting of black pepper over each bite for color and flavor.
05 - Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
