# What You Need:
→ Dip
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup sour cream
03 - 1/2 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped or 1 teaspoon dried dill
06 - 1 garlic clove, minced
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Vegetables
09 - 1 cup broccoli florets
10 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 1/2 cup cucumber slices
12 - 1/2 cup baby carrots, sliced lengthwise
13 - 1/4 cup red bell pepper strips
→ Extras
14 - 1/2 cup small pretzel sticks or gluten-free crackers
15 - 1/4 cup pitted black olives
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Combine cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, chives, dill, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Mix until smooth and uniform.
02 - Spread the dip on a large rectangular platter into a triangle shape approximately 12 inches tall to resemble a Christmas tree.
03 - Place broccoli florets evenly over the dip to represent pine needles on the tree.
04 - Arrange cherry tomato halves, cucumber slices, and red bell pepper strips around the broccoli to mimic festive ornaments.
05 - Position sliced baby carrots at the base of the tree to simulate the trunk.
06 - Surround the platter edges with pretzel sticks or gluten-free crackers to serve as accompaniments for dipping.
07 - Use pitted black olives to form a star at the tree’s peak or add additional decorative accents as desired.
08 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to maintain freshness.
