Visually striking stacked bites combining cheeses, breads, and fresh veggies for vibrant party platters.
# Components:
→ Breads & Crackers
01 - 16 rye bread cocktail squares
02 - 16 multigrain cracker rectangles
03 - 16 breadstick segments, approximately 5 cm each
→ Cheeses
04 - 120 grams aged cheddar, sliced
05 - 120 grams herbed cream cheese
06 - 120 grams gouda, sliced
→ Vegetables & Garnishes
07 - 1 cucumber, sliced into thin rectangles
08 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
09 - 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 2 avocados, sliced
11 - Small bunch chives, cut into 5 cm lengths
→ Extras
12 - 16 pitted green olives
13 - 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds
14 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
15 - Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Place a large serving platter or wooden board to act as the base for assembling the bites.
02 - Lay out the rye bread squares and multigrain crackers in clustered formations to mimic city blocks.
03 - Stack sliced cheddar and gouda on selected bread and cracker pieces, creating layered skyscraper shapes.
04 - Spread herbed cream cheese between cheese layers or on top, then situate cucumber, bell pepper, and avocado slices to enhance height and color.
05 - Embed breadstick segments vertically into some stacks to add visual height and interest.
06 - Top with halved cherry tomatoes, green olives, and chive segments to complete the urban skyline effect.
07 - Lightly drizzle olive oil over the assembled bites, then sprinkle black sesame seeds, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
08 - Present immediately, inviting guests to select their preferred stacked savory bites.
