Pizza Hummus Snack Plates

Ingredients

Set up pizza hummus snack plates for makes 2 snack plates, then keep the timing close to about 10 minutes, no cooking.

• 1 cup hummus
• 2 tablespoons marinara or pizza sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
• 8 slices pepperoni or turkey pepperoni
• 2 tablespoons diced bell pepper or olives
• Crackers, pita chips, or veggie sticks, for dipping

How to Make It

Keep the timing for pizza hummus snack plates honest by starting with the step that cannot be rushed.

• Spread the hummus into a shallow swirl on each plate.
• Spoon a little marinara over the center so it looks like a pizza.
• Scatter the mozzarella, pepperoni, and peppers over the top.
• Arrange crackers, pita chips, and veggie sticks around the edge for scooping.

Make It Work for Picky Kids

This plate looks like pizza, but it is cold dip, so let a cautious kid try one topping at a time.

• Leave a clear patch of plain hummus with no toppings for an easy first bite
• Put the olives and peppers on one side so they are easy to avoid
• Let the kid scoop their own so they control what comes along

Pack or Store

The dip and dippers travel well when you keep them apart.

• Pack the hummus and toppings in a container and the dippers in a bag
• Add the marinara and cheese on top right before eating so it stays neat
• Keep the plate cold with an ice pack until snack time
• Serve with: cucumber rounds, a piece of fruit

Parent Tip

Use a firm hummus so the toppings sit on top instead of sinking in.