These Cucumber Cups with Herbed Cream Cheese are a refreshing and elegant appetizer perfect for Christmas Eve gatherings. The crisp cucumber paired with a creamy, flavorful filling makes for a delightful bite-sized treat.
This recipe is simple to prepare and can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy your holiday festivities without the stress of last-minute cooking.
Festive Cucumber Cups Appetizer
These Cucumber Cups are hollowed-out cucumber slices filled with a mixture of cream cheese, herbs, and spices. They are light, refreshing, and ideal for serving at holiday parties, particularly on Christmas Eve. The recipe serves about 6-8 people and takes around 20 minutes to prepare.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cherry tomatoes or olives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumbers: Wash the cucumbers and cut them into 1-inch thick slices. Use a small melon baller or a spoon to scoop out the center of each slice, creating a cup.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, dill, chives, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Fill the Cups: Spoon or pipe the herbed cream cheese mixture into each cucumber cup, filling them generously.
- Garnish: If desired, top each filled cucumber cup with a cherry tomato half or an olive for added color and flavor.
- Serve: Arrange the cucumber cups on a platter and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6-8 servings
- Calories: 50kcal
- Fat: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
