Alpine Village Cheese Houses (Print Version)

Mini cheese cubes topped with almonds on crackers create a charming alpine scene, ideal for festive gatherings.

# Components:

→ Cheese Houses

01 - 7 oz firm cheese (cheddar, gouda, or swiss), cut into sixteen 3/4-inch cubes
02 - 32 almond slices (for roofs and garnish)

→ Snowy Landscape

03 - 16 pale or white crackers (water or rice crackers)
04 - 2 tbsp softened cream cheese

→ Decoration (optional)

05 - Small bunch fresh chives, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
06 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
07 - Poppy seeds or sesame seeds (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Spread a thin layer of softened cream cheese evenly on each cracker to resemble snow.
02 - Place one cheese cube on top of each cream cheese-coated cracker, pressing gently for adherence.
03 - Arrange two almond slices on each cheese cube to form a pitched roof, slightly overlapping for best appearance.
04 - Use chive pieces and diced red bell pepper to create trees, doors, or windows on each house as desired.
05 - Sprinkle poppy or sesame seeds for additional decorative detail.
06 - Place all finished cheese houses on a large serving platter for presentation.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Kids and adults both pause mid-conversation to admire these before eating them, making your platter the talk of the party.
  • It requires zero cooking skills—just assembly, knife work, and a playful spirit, so even someone nervous in the kitchen can pull this off.
02 -
  • Cream cheese dries out quickly, so don't assemble these more than an hour or two before serving, or your snowy landscape will lose its fresh appearance and the crackers will soften.
  • The almond slices need to be placed while the cream cheese is still slightly tacky; if it hardens too much, your roofs will slide off, and I've learned this the frustrating way.
03 -
  • Make all your cuts and prep work before you start assembling—having everything ready means assembly moves fast and you won't forget a component halfway through.
  • If the cream cheese is too cold, it won't spread smoothly; let it sit on the counter for 10 minutes before starting, and your whole process becomes much easier and more enjoyable.
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