Sweet, salty, and spicy bites topped with pecans, cranberries, jalapeño, and chives for festive snacking.
# Components:
→ Base
01 - 24 salted pretzel rounds or mini crackers
02 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tbsp honey
→ Topping
04 - 24 roasted pecan halves
05 - 2 tbsp dried cranberries, finely chopped
06 - 1 small jalapeño, finely diced, seeds removed for milder heat
07 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
08 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
09 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
→ Garnish
10 - 1 tbsp hot honey (optional, for drizzling)
11 - Fresh microgreens or parsley (optional)
# Method:
01 - In a small bowl, blend softened cream cheese and honey until smooth and fluffy.
02 - Lay out salted pretzel rounds or mini crackers evenly on a serving platter.
03 - Spread approximately one teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each pretzel or cracker.
04 - Place one roasted pecan half on each base, then sprinkle chopped dried cranberries and diced jalapeño over them.
05 - Lightly sprinkle smoked paprika, chopped chives, and a pinch of flaky sea salt on each piece.
06 - For added heat and sheen, drizzle hot honey over each treat if desired.
07 - Garnish with fresh microgreens or parsley if preferred, then serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
