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Ghostly Veggie Platter

This dish features an assortment of crisp vegetables and cheese balls arranged to resemble ghost figures, ideal for Halloween-themed parties. The vegetables are cut into shapes and decorated with cheese and edible details, creating a playful, spooky display with contrasting textures and colors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large cucumber firm, fresh
  • 1 head cauliflower fresh, firm
  • 1 cup white cheese balls puffy, soft
  • to taste black edible marker for eyes
  • 1 small baby carrot for nose or optional accessory
  • 1 cup cream cheese soft, room temperature

Equipment

  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Serving platter
  • Small spoon or toothpick

Method
 

  1. Slice the cucumber into 1/4-inch thick rounds, then cut each round in half to make ghost shapes.
  2. Break cauliflower into small, manageable crowns, then trim to resemble tiny ghost heads.
  3. Flatten the cream cheese until it’s soft and smooth, then spoon it into a piping bag or small plastic bag with a corner cut off.
  4. Pipe small dollops of cream cheese onto the back of each veggie piece to attach the cheese balls, creating a ghostly head and body shape.
  5. Place the white cheese balls on top of the piped cream cheese or directly onto the veggies to form the key ghost features.
  6. Use a black edible marker to draw tiny eyes on each cheese ball, giving them a spooky, animated look.
  7. Optional: insert small bits of baby carrot or other vegetables for additional features or accessories.
  8. Arrange all the assembled ghost veggies and cheese balls on a serving platter, leaving enough space between them for a spooky display.
  9. Make sure each ghost has its eyes and features visible, adjusting placement as needed for a fun, spooky effect.
  10. Serve immediately for crunchy, fresh texture, or chill briefly to firm up the cheese before serving.

Notes

Keep the veggies dry to maintain crispness. Use a fine-tip edible marker for detailed eyes. Feel free to get creative with accessories like mini hats or capes using other veggies or edible decorations.