# Components:
→ Crackers
01 - 24 plain round or square crackers (e.g., water crackers, butter crackers)
→ Cheese
02 - 7 ounces semi-firm cheese (e.g., cheddar, gouda, swiss), sliced 1/8 inch thick
→ Garnish
03 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh herbs (chives, parsley, dill)
04 - 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
05 - 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
06 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese or soft spreadable cheese (for assembly)
# Directions:
01 - Use a small snowflake-shaped cookie cutter to cut snowflake shapes from the cheese slices.
02 - Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on each cracker to help the cheese adhere; this step is optional but recommended.
03 - Place a cheese snowflake on each cracker, pressing gently to secure.
04 - Sprinkle chopped herbs, add a few diced red pepper pieces, or dust with black pepper to add festive color and flavor.
05 - Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to two hours before serving.