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DIY Seashell Crabs


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  • Author: rosalind-chef-2
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Cute and delicious snacks made from seashell-shaped crackers, cream cheese, and fresh vegetables, perfect for any gathering.


Ingredients

  • Seashell-shaped crackers or cookies
  • Cream cheese or hummus
  • Fresh vegetables (cucumbers, peppers, carrots)
  • Olives or capers (for eyes)
  • Edible glitter or food coloring (optional for decoration)
  • Toothpicks (for assembling crabs)
  • Serving platter

Instructions

  1. Select your seashell-shaped crackers or cookies and lay them out on the serving platter.
  2. Spread a generous layer of cream cheese or hummus over each shell.
  3. Cut vegetables into claw shapes and stick two vegetable claws on each seashell using toothpicks.
  4. Place olives or capers on top for the eyes.
  5. If desired, sprinkle edible glitter or drizzle food coloring over the crabs.
  6. Ensure all parts are secured for neat presentation.
  7. Refrigerate for a while to set if using cream cheese.

Notes

Feel free to swap ingredients and try different base spreads or vegetables. They can also be made sweet using chocolate spread and fruit.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No Cooking Required
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg