Sweet, salty, and spicy bite-sized snacks ideal for festive New Year celebrations and easy entertaining.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Base
01 - 24 salted pretzel rounds or mini crackers
02 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons honey
→ Topping
04 - 24 roasted pecan halves
05 - 2 tablespoons dried cranberries, finely chopped
06 - 1 small jalapeño, finely diced, seeds removed
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
08 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
→ Garnish
10 - 1 tablespoon hot honey, optional for drizzling
11 - Fresh microgreens or parsley, optional
# How to Make It:
01 - Blend softened cream cheese and honey in a small bowl until smooth and fluffy.
02 - Place salted pretzel rounds or mini crackers on a serving platter.
03 - Spread approximately one teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture on each pretzel or cracker.
04 - Top each with one roasted pecan half, a sprinkle of chopped dried cranberries, and a pinch of diced jalapeño.
05 - Sprinkle smoked paprika, fresh chives, and a pinch of flaky sea salt over each assembled piece.
06 - For an extra kick and glossy finish, lightly drizzle hot honey over the treats.
07 - Garnish with fresh microgreens or parsley if desired. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
