What base works best for these appetizers?

Round water crackers or mini rice cakes provide a crisp, sturdy base that complements the creamy spread and colorful toppings.

How can I make a vegan version?

Substitute cream cheese and sour cream with plant-based alternatives to maintain flavor and texture while keeping it vegan-friendly.

Assemble shortly before serving to maintain the crackers' crunch and fresh appearance of toppings.

Use black olives, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, and blue corn tortilla chips or blue coloring variants.

Yes, opt for gluten-free crackers or rice cakes to accommodate gluten sensitivities.

Festive, colorful bite-sized appetizers inspired by the Olympic rings—perfect for parties and celebrations.

This recipe brings color and fun to any gathering with easy assembly and vibrant toppings.

Base: 20 round water crackers or mini rice cakes
Cream Cheese Spread: 200 g (7 oz) cream cheese, softened 2 tbsp sour cream 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Toppings (to represent ring colors): 1/4 cup black olives, sliced (black ring) 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or red bell pepper, diced (red ring) 1/4 cup yellow bell pepper, diced (yellow ring) 1/4 cup cucumber, diced or sliced (green ring) 1/4 cup blue corn tortilla chips, crushed or blue food coloring (blue ring)
Garnish: Fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional)

Step 1:: In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and spreadable.
Step 2:: Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each cracker or rice cake.
Step 3:: Arrange crackers in five interlocking rings on a large platter to mimic the Olympic rings layout.
Step 4:: Top each group of 4 crackers with one of the colored toppings: black olives for black, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper for red, yellow bell pepper for yellow, cucumber for green, and blue corn chips (or a dot of blue-colored cream cheese) for blue.
Step 5:: Garnish with fresh chives or parsley, if desired.
Step 6:: Serve immediately for best texture.

My family always gathers around this tray during celebrations, making memories with every colorful bite.

Try smoked salmon for the red ring or roasted eggplant for the black ring for a more gourmet twist.

Mixing bowl Spatula or spoon Large serving platter Small knife for chopping

Contains dairy (cream cheese, sour cream). Crackers may contain gluten. Check all product labels for allergens if substituting ingredients.

These appetizers add a festive touch to any occasion and are sure to impress your guests.

→ What base works best for these appetizers?: Round water crackers or mini rice cakes provide a crisp, sturdy base that complements the creamy spread and colorful toppings.
→ How can I make a vegan version?: Substitute cream cheese and sour cream with plant-based alternatives to maintain flavor and texture while keeping it vegan-friendly.
→ Can I prepare these ahead of time?: Assemble shortly before serving to maintain the crackers' crunch and fresh appearance of toppings.
→ What are good toppings to represent the Olympic ring colors?: Use black olives, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, and blue corn tortilla chips or blue coloring variants.
→ Are there gluten-free options for the base?: Yes, opt for gluten-free crackers or rice cakes to accommodate gluten sensitivities.