Save Adorable, bite-sized treats modeled after chicks and ducklings, perfect for springtime parties or kids gatherings. These savory and slightly sweet snacks combine creamy cheese, eggs, and vegetables for delicious, playful bites.
This recipe has become a favorite at family gatherings, with kids loving the fun shapes and adults enjoying the flavors.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise:
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard:
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- 60 g (2 oz) cream cheese: softened
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives:
- 1 medium carrot:
- 12 black peppercorns or black sesame seeds: for eyes
- 1 small piece of red bell pepper: for beaks
- 6 small yellow cherry tomatoes: for duckling bodies
- 6 small mozzarella balls (bocconcini): for duckling heads
- Fresh parsley leaves: optional for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 9 minutes. Cool under cold running water, then peel.
- Step 2:
- Halve 6 eggs lengthwise. Carefully remove yolks and place in a bowl.
- Step 3:
- Mash yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, cream cheese, chives, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Step 4:
- Spoon or pipe the mixture back into the egg white halves to create plump chick bodies. Use small carrot triangles for beaks and black peppercorns or sesame seeds for eyes. Optional Add small carrot feet at the base.
- Step 5:
- For ducklings, halve the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls. Assemble each duckling by skewering a mozzarella ball (head) and cherry tomato (body) together using a toothpick. Attach a small red bell pepper triangle for the beak and use black sesame seeds for eyes.
- Step 6:
- Arrange chicks and ducklings on a platter with parsley leaves for a grassy look. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save This recipe brings smiles as little ones enjoy crafting the snacks and sharing them with family.
Required Tools
Saucepan Mixing bowl Sharp knife Piping bag or small spoon Toothpicks
Allergen Information
Contains eggs and dairy (cream cheese, mozzarella) May contain mustard (check Dijon) Always check cheese and mayonnaise labels for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 85 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 2 g Protein 5 g
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Recipe FAQ
- → How do I make the chick shapes?
Halve hard-boiled eggs lengthwise and fill the whites with a creamy yolk mixture of mayonnaise, mustard, cream cheese, and chives. Decorate with carrot triangles for beaks and black peppercorn or sesame seeds for eyes.
- → What ingredients create the duckling bodies?
Ducklings are formed by skewering small mozzarella balls as heads with halved yellow cherry tomatoes as bodies, topped with red bell pepper beaks and black sesame seed eyes.
- → Can I substitute any ingredients for dietary needs?
Mayonnaise can be replaced with Greek yogurt for a lighter filling. Be mindful of allergen ingredients like eggs and dairy present in cheese and filling.
- → What tools are needed for assembly?
A saucepan for boiling eggs, a mixing bowl for filling, a sharp knife for decorations, a piping bag or spoon for filling, and toothpicks for assembling ducklings.
- → How can I add extra flavor to the filling?
Consider adding a pinch of curry powder or smoked paprika to the yolk mixture to introduce a mild, aromatic twist.