Vegan Ladybug Crackers are a delightful appetizer recipe. These little bugs are adorable and easy to create. They are likely to please guests of all ages because they are full of taste and provide a playful take on classic vegan appetizers. This ladybug appetizer is a great option if you are throwing a birthday party, having a family picnic, or simply wanting a fun bite to munch. This recipe is made with whole-wheat crackers, plant-based cashew cream, and fresh basil leaves. These Vegan Ladybug Crackers complement the vegan diet rules. Furthermore, these crackers contain only three grams of carbohydrates with only one gram of protein. Let’s prepare the beautiful bug crackers with the steps (listed below).
STATS
- Course: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan
- Preparation Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: ten mins
- Cook Time: No cooking is required
EQUIPMENT
- One butter knife
- A sharp knife
- Serving platter
INGREDIENTS
- Whole-wheat crackers 10
- Plant-based cream cheese
- Nine black olives
- Halved cherry tomatoes 5
- Black sesame seeds
- Rosemary or chive
- Basil leaves or dill sprigs
INGREDIENT NOTES
Crackers:
- We used whole-wheat crackers to prepare this cute ladybug dish. Try it with other varieties of crackers for your taste and diet.
Cream cheese:
- I used soft room-temperature cream cheese. It is the main base of the cracker. Hummus also works well.
Olives:
- We used olives to create ladybug heads. Replace the olives with cherries.
Tomatoes:
- Utilized good-quality cherry tomatoes. Cantaloupe or watermelon also pairs well with this appetizer.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Cover the whole-wheat crackers with a layer of cream cheese using a butter knife.
- After that, put aside the crackers.
- Next, slice the washed cherry tomatoes into two pieces with the help of a chef’s knife.
- Arrange the tomatoes in a face-down position.
- Mist them with low-point cooking spray.
- Next, scatter the black sesame seeds over the misted tomatoes.
- Adjust the seeds with your fingertips to produce a spotty ladybug appearance.
- Place two basil leaves on the creamy crackers to form wings.
- Then, shift the tomato half with seeds on top of the cracker.
- Finally, garnish with two sprigs of chives or rosemary for the antennae.
- Place a sliced olive for the head.
- Adorable and tasty Ladybug Crackers are prepared for enjoyment.
- Shift the crackers on a visually appealing platter and enjoy.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
- Serve the colorful appetizer with vegan vegetable-loaded pizza.
- Enjoy the ladybug crackers with vegan pasta or frittata.
- A simple glass of mint margarita also pairs well with this dish.
- Pair the crackers with chilled gazpacho soup or bean stew.
TIPS
- Choose crackers that will withstand the weight of the toppings without breaking easily.
- We utilized soft room-temperature vegan cream cheese.
- After washing the vegetables, pat dry them with a clean towel.
- Put the ladybug together before serving to preserve the crispiness of the crackers.
- Utilize high-quality olives or tomatoes.
- Experiment with different toppings and vegan spreads.
STORAGE INFORMATION
Fridge:
- Store the remaining ladybug crackers in a closed dish and refrigerate it for twenty-four forty-eight hours.
Freezer:
- These crackers are not suitable for freezing. The cream cheese used will separate after freezing. The freshness of basil or rosemary leaves will also vanish.
FAQs
Which vegan alternatives can be used instead of cream cheese in ladybug crackers?
- Excellent vegan alternatives include cashew-based spread, avocado, hummus, and vegan dairy-free mayonnaise.
Which variety of crackers pair with this appetizer dish?
- You can use any vegan crackers to make these little bugs. There are several options available, such as whole-wheat, crackers made without gluten, and vegetable-based crackers.
Can I intensify the colors with food coloring?
- Vegan-based food coloring can be used to intensify the hues of the vegan spreads.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:
Per Serving Size 1
Total servings 10
Total Calories 37 kcal
Carbohydrates 3 g
Protein 1 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Fat 3 g
Sugar 0.4 g
Sodium 100 mg
Iron 0.3 mg
