Cheese and Pickle Canapés
Crisp crackers topped with creamy cheese, tangy pickles, and fresh basil make a quick, elegant bite for any gathering.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 120
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
- 12 whole crackers
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 3 whole dill pickles
- 12 whole fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- 1
Soften the 4 oz cream cheese at room temperature for 10 minutes, or microwave for 15 seconds until spreadable.
- 2
Slice the 3 dill pickles into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick.
- 3
Spread a generous layer of cream cheese onto each of the 12 crackers, covering the surface evenly.
- 4
Arrange 2-3 pickle slices on top of each cracker, slightly overlapping.
- 5
Top each canapé with a fresh basil leaf, pressing gently to adhere.
- 6
Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately, or chill for up to 1 hour before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- knife
- small bowl (optional)
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