Best 3 Ritz Caprese Ladybug Recipes

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Impress your friends and family with a unique and visually appealing dish using the Ritz Caprese Ladybug recipe. This creative appetizer combines the classic flavors of a Caprese salad with the iconic Ritz cracker. Its delightful presentation, featuring ladybugs made from Ritz crackers, fresh mozzarella, and cherry tomatoes, will add a touch of whimsy to any gathering. The Ritz Caprese Ladybug is not only easy to make but also offers a fun and interactive experience for adults and children alike. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure and bring a smile to everyone's face with this charming and delicious treat!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LADYBUG APPETIZERS



Ladybug Appetizers image

Cherry tomato quarters form the wings of these adorable little ladybugs dreamed up by our Test Kitchen. The delightful creatures are perched on crunchy crackers spread with a seasoned cream cheese mixture.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
Black paste food coloring
3 teaspoons minced chives
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
36 butter-flavored crackers
18 cherry tomatoes, quartered
18 large pitted ripe olives
72 fresh chive pieces (about 1-1/2 inches long)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Remove 2 tablespoons to a small bowl and tint black. Place tinted cream cheese mixture in a small plastic bag; set aside. , Add the chives, garlic salt and parsley to the remaining cream cheese mixture. Spread over crackers. Arrange two tomato quarters on each for the ladybug wings. , For heads, halve the olives widthwise; place one half on each cracker. Insert two chives into olives for antennae. Use tinted cream cheese mixture to pipe spots onto wings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 77mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RITZ CAPRESE LADYBUG



RITZ Caprese Ladybug image

Caprese salad ingredients--tomatoes, basil, mozzarella cheese--arranged creatively on Ritz crackers make adorable ladybug bites.

Provided by RITZ Crackers

Categories     RITZ

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 RITZ Crackers
6 bocconcini (1-inch fresh mozzarella cheese balls), each cut into 4 slices
24 fresh basil leaves
12 cherry tomatoes, halved
6 pitted black olives, quartered
1 green onion, green part only cut into 48 thin strips
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
¼ teaspoon black sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Top each cracker with 1 EACH cheese slice and basil leaf.
  • Add 1 tomato half to each for the lady bug's body, 1 olive piece for the head and 2 green onion strips for the antennae.
  • Brush with balsamic glaze; sprinkle with sesame seed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 98.2 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

RITZ CAPRESE LADYBUG



RITZ Caprese Ladybug image

Caprese salad ingredients--tomatoes, basil, mozzarella cheese--arranged creatively on Ritz crackers make adorable ladybug bites.

Provided by RITZ Crackers

Categories     RITZ

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 RITZ Crackers
6 bocconcini (1-inch fresh mozzarella cheese balls), each cut into 4 slices
24 fresh basil leaves
12 cherry tomatoes, halved
6 pitted black olives, quartered
1 green onion, green part only cut into 48 thin strips
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
¼ teaspoon black sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Top each cracker with 1 EACH cheese slice and basil leaf.
  • Add 1 tomato half to each for the lady bug's body, 1 olive piece for the head and 2 green onion strips for the antennae.
  • Brush with balsamic glaze; sprinkle with sesame seed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 98.2 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil. However, fresh basil will give the dish a more vibrant flavor.
  • Use high-quality mozzarella cheese. Fresh mozzarella is best, but you can also use a good quality shredded mozzarella.
  • If you don't have a toothpick, you can use a small skewer or even a toothpick.
  • Be careful not to overcook the tomatoes. They should be slightly softened, but still hold their shape.
  • Serve the caprese salad immediately after it is made. This will prevent the tomatoes from becoming watery.

Conclusion:

The Ritz Caprese Ladybug is a fun and easy appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. It is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With its bright colors and delicious flavors, the Ritz Caprese Ladybug is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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