Festive Reindeer Shaped Savory Snacks - No-Bake Holiday Recipe

Ingredients

• • 12 ⅞ pretzel rods (cut into 2-inch antler shapes)
• • 8 ⅞ oz cream cheese, softened
• • 4 ⅞ oz pink salami (thinly sliced into rounds)
• • 24 ⅞ small round crackers
• • 1 ⅞ tbsp whole grain mustard (for eyes and smile)
• • 1 ⅞ head romaine lettuce (for garnish)
• • 1 ⅞ tbsp olive oil (for brushing pretzels)
• • 1 ⅞ tsp paprika (for color)
• • 1 ⅞ tsp garlic powder
• • ⅞ tsp salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut pretzel rods into 2-inch antler shapes. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika, garlic powder, and salt for flavor and color.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese until smooth. Add a pinch of salt and 1 tsp mustard for a tangy base.

3. 3

   Spread a thin layer of cream cheese onto each cracker. Place a pink salami slice as the nose, centered on the cracker.

4. 4

   Attach pretzel antlers to the top of each cracker using a small dab of cream cheese. Use mustard to draw eyes and a smile on the salami nose.

5. 5

   Place finished reindeer on romaine lettuce for a festive presentation. Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes to set shapes.