Save A playful, vibrant snack platter inspired by classic sci-fi aliens—perfect for kids parties or themed gatherings. These bite-sized treats use fresh, healthy ingredients to create adorable green aliens with fun edible features.
This recipe is always a hit with my family. The kids love making the aliens and eating their creations. It's a fun and interactive snack time.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers: sliced into rounds for alien faces
- 1 green bell pepper: thin strips for arms or tentacles
- 1 cup green grapes: used as head bumps
- 1 cup sugar snap peas: halved for head bumps
- 12 black olives (pitted): mouths or antenna bases
- 3 oz cream cheese (softened): acts as glue
- 24 mini pretzel sticks: antennae
- 24 edible candy eyes: eyes (or olive slices for homemade)
- 12 toothpicks: assembly
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Slice cucumbers into ¾-inch thick rounds to form the alien faces.
- Step 2:
- Spread a small dollop of cream cheese atop each cucumber round to act as glue.
- Step 3:
- Place a green grape or a halved sugar snap pea on top of each round for the alien head bump.
- Step 4:
- Use black olives (slice or leave whole) to form mouths or antenna bases.
- Step 5:
- Gently press two edible eyes (or olive slices) above the mouth on each cucumber round.
- Step 6:
- Insert two pretzel sticks into the top of each cucumber, securing them with a dab of cream cheese if needed. Place a grape or olive piece at the tip of each pretzel to create antennae.
- Step 7:
- Add thin strips of green bell pepper as arms or tentacles alongside the cucumber rounds.
- Step 8:
- Arrange the finished aliens on a platter. Serve immediately for best texture.
Save We always enjoy making this snack together as a family. It's a joyful activity that brings everyone to the kitchen.
Notes
For a spicy kick, add a dab of guacamole under the face. Serve with ranch or herb dip on the side.
Required Tools
Sharp knife, cutting board, small spoon or butter knife, toothpicks
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cream cheese). Contains gluten (pretzel sticks). Edible candy eyes may contain egg or soy—check packaging. Always double-check ingredient labels for allergies.
Save This fun alien snack platter is sure to be the star of any party and a healthy treat kids love.
Recipe FAQs
- → What vegetables are used to create the alien faces?
Cucumbers are sliced into rounds to form the base faces, complemented by green grapes, sugar snap peas, and green bell peppers for features.
- → How are the antennae formed on the snacks?
Mini pretzel sticks are inserted into the cucumbers, topped with grapes or olive pieces to resemble antenna tips.
- → Is this snack platter suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, it’s vegetarian-friendly, using cream cheese and fresh vegetables without meat ingredients.
- → Can the cream cheese be substituted for dietary preferences?
For vegan options, a dairy-free cream cheese alternative can be used without altering the texture significantly.
- → What makes the snack platter visually appealing for parties?
The vibrant green palette combined with playful edible candy eyes, pretzel antennae, and bell pepper arms creates a fun and festive display.