Cream Cheese Stuffed Tomato Cucumber Bites
These Cream Cheese Stuffed Tomato Cucumber Bites are fresh, creamy, and irresistibly pretty little appetizers. Crisp cucumber slices are topped with hollowed cherry tomatoes filled with a fluffy herb cream cheese mixture, then finished with colorful diced peppers and fresh parsley. Perfect for parties, brunches, and light snacks.
Categories: SNACKS
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Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber
- 8 medium cherry tomatoes or small round tomatoes
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons finely diced red bell pepper, for garnish
- 8 small cucumber slices, for decoration
- Fresh parsley leaves, for garnish
Cooking Instructions
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Wash and thoroughly dry the cucumber and tomatoes. Cut the cucumber into 8 thick rounds, approximately 3/4 inch thick. Arrange them on a serving plate.
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Prepare the tomatoes by slicing off their tops. Carefully scoop out the seeds and pulp using a small spoon or melon baller, creating little hollow tomato cups. Turn them upside down briefly on a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Mix until smooth, creamy, and fluffy.
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Add the chopped parsley, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all the herbs and seasonings are evenly distributed.
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Transfer the cream cheese mixture into a piping bag fitted with a star nozzle. Alternatively, use a small spoon to fill the tomatoes.
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Pipe the creamy filling generously into each hollowed tomato, creating a decorative swirl that rises slightly above the top.
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Place one stuffed tomato on top of each cucumber round, gently pressing it down so it sits securely.
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Sprinkle the tops with finely diced red bell pepper and chopped chives. Add a thin cucumber slice behind each tomato and finish with a fresh parsley leaf.
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Refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes before serving to allow the filling to firm up slightly. Arrange on a serving platter and enjoy chilled.
Chef notes
Use an English cucumber because it has fewer seeds and a firm texture that makes a sturdy base for the tomatoes. Choose tomatoes that are similar in size so the appetizers look uniform and are easy to arrange. Remove as much tomato pulp and moisture as possible to prevent the cream cheese filling from becoming watery. Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing for a smooth filling that pipes beautifully. For extra flavor, add a little finely grated Parmesan cheese or a pinch of smoked paprika to the filling. You can prepare the cream cheese filling up to 2 days ahead and keep it refrigerated in an airtight container. Assemble the appetizers shortly before serving for the best cucumber crunch and freshest presentation. Store leftovers in the refrigerator and enjoy within 24 hours.
