Save to Pinterest 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.
I enjoyed making these snacks because they are both fun to assemble and delightful to eat, bringing smiles to everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- Main: 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
- Decoration: 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 to Pinterest My family loved gathering around these snacks especially during spring when we have outdoor picnics.
Notes
For extra color use different colored cherry tomatoes. You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter filling. For a fun twist add a pinch of curry powder or smoked paprika to the filling.
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.
Save to Pinterest These snacks make a charming addition to any party table and are sure to delight kids and adults alike.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How are the chick bodies created?
The halved eggs are filled with a creamy mixture of mashed yolks, mayonnaise, mustard, cream cheese, and chives to form plump, flavorful bodies.
- → What ingredients make up the duckling components?
Each duckling is assembled by skewering a mozzarella ball as the head and a halved cherry tomato as the body, decorated with a small bell pepper beak and black sesame seed eyes.
- → Can any ingredient substitutes be used?
Yes, mayonnaise can be replaced with Greek yogurt for a lighter filling, and different colored cherry tomatoes add variety and color.
- → How long does preparation and cooking take?
Preparation takes about 30 minutes, with an additional 10 minutes of cooking time to boil and cool the eggs, totaling approximately 40 minutes.
- → Are these snacks suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, they contain eggs and dairy but no meat, making them suitable for vegetarian diets.