Pin A festive and colorful appetizer platter inspired by the Olympic rings, featuring mini bagels and vibrant toppings arranged as edible medals. Perfect for celebrations or themed gatherings.
I first served this at a family Olympics night and everyone loved the variety and fun colors.
Ingredients
- Mini Bagels: 10 mini bagels (plain or assorted)
- Cream Cheese Base: 200 g cream cheese, softened, 2 tbsp Greek yogurt, salt and pepper, to taste
- Toppings (for colored rings): 2 tbsp finely chopped black olives (black ring), 2 tbsp finely chopped yellow bell pepper (yellow ring), 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill or chives (green ring), 2 tbsp finely diced tomatoes or roasted red peppers (red ring), 2 tbsp finely chopped purple cabbage (blue ring or use blue food coloring with cream cheese)
- Decoration: 10 small fresh basil leaves (for medals effect), edible gold dust or sesame seeds (optional for medal shine)
Instructions
- Slice Bagels:
- Slice the mini bagels in half horizontally and arrange them cut-side up on a serving platter in the shape of the Olympic rings (five interlocking circles).
- Mix Base:
- In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese with Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Divide Mixtures:
- Divide the cream cheese mixture into five small bowls. To each bowl, add one of the colored toppings: black olives for black, yellow bell pepper for yellow, dill or chives for green, tomatoes or roasted red pepper for red, and purple cabbage for blue or gently stir in a drop of blue food coloring for a more vivid blue. Mix each until fully combined.
- Spread Mixtures:
- Generously spread each colored cream cheese mixture onto two bagel halves matching the Olympic ring colors.
- Arrange Rings:
- Arrange the decorated bagels to form the Olympic rings slightly overlapping where necessary.
- Garnish:
- Garnish each ring with a basil leaf and if desired a sprinkle of edible gold dust or sesame seeds to resemble medals.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Pin This recipe brings the family together every Olympic season for a fun and interactive snack time.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, spatula or butter knife, sharp knife, large serving platter
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (bagels) and dairy (cream cheese, yogurt). For gluten-free use GF mini bagels for dairy-free use plant-based alternatives. Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 220, Total Fat 8 g, Carbohydrates 28 g, Protein 7 g per serving
Pin This appetizer is sure to steal the show at your next gathering with minimal effort and maximum fun.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do I arrange bagels to form the Olympic rings?
Slice mini bagels in half and place them cut-side up, overlapping slightly to create five interlocking circles resembling the Olympic rings on a large platter.
- → What toppings create the colored rings?
Use finely chopped black olives, yellow bell peppers, dill or chives, tomatoes or roasted red peppers, and purple cabbage or blue food coloring mixed with cream cheese for each colored ring.
- → Can I make this appetizer vegan?
Yes, substitute dairy cream cheese and Greek yogurt with plant-based alternatives to keep it vegan-friendly.
- → What garnish adds a special touch to the rings?
Fresh basil leaves and optional edible gold dust or sesame seeds add an elegant 'medal' effect to each ring.
- → How should this platter be served and stored?
Serve immediately for best freshness or refrigerate until ready to serve. This helps maintain the spread’s texture and vibrant appearance.