What ingredients create the colorful toppings?

Black olives, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, and blue corn tortilla chips form the vibrant ring colors.

Can I make a vegan version of these bites?

Yes, substitute cream cheese and sour cream with plant-based alternatives to keep it vegan-friendly.

Arrange crackers in five interlocking rings on a platter to resemble the Olympic rings, grouping toppings by color.

Finely chopped fresh chives or parsley add a bright, herbaceous finish to the bites.

Try smoked salmon for the red topping or roasted eggplant for the black one to elevate the flavor profile.

Festive, colorful bite-sized appetizers inspired by the Olympic rings—perfect for parties and celebrations.

This recipe was a hit at my last Olympic-themed party and everyone loved the vibrant colors and flavors.

Base: 20 round water crackers or mini rice cakes
Cream Cheese Spread: 200 g (7 oz) cream cheese, softened, 2 tbsp sour cream, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Toppings (to represent ring colors): 1/4 cup black olives, sliced (black ring), 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or red bell pepper, diced (red ring), 1/4 cup yellow bell pepper, diced (yellow ring), 1/4 cup cucumber, diced or sliced (green ring), 1/4 cup blue corn tortilla chips, crushed or blue food coloring (blue ring)
Garnish: Fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional)

Step 1:: In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and spreadable.
Step 2:: Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each cracker or rice cake.
Step 3:: Arrange crackers in five interlocking rings on a large platter to mimic the Olympic rings layout.
Step 4:: Top each group of 4 crackers with one of the colored toppings: black olives for black, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper for red, yellow bell pepper for yellow, cucumber for green, and blue corn chips (or a dot of blue-colored cream cheese) for blue.
Step 5:: Garnish with fresh chives or parsley, if desired.
Step 6:: Serve immediately for best texture.

My family especially enjoys assembling these together as a fun pre-party activity.

Mixing bowl, spatula or spoon, large serving platter, small knife for chopping

Contains dairy (cream cheese, sour cream) and possibly gluten from crackers check all product labels when substituting ingredients

Per appetizer: Calories 60, Total Fat 3.5 g, Carbohydrates 6 g, Protein 1.5 g

These appetizers bring both taste and festive spirit to any gathering make sure to prepare fresh for the best experience

→ What ingredients create the colorful toppings?: Black olives, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, and blue corn tortilla chips form the vibrant ring colors.
→ Can I make a vegan version of these bites?: Yes, substitute cream cheese and sour cream with plant-based alternatives to keep it vegan-friendly.
→ How should the appetizers be arranged for serving?: Arrange crackers in five interlocking rings on a platter to resemble the Olympic rings, grouping toppings by color.
→ What is the recommended garnish?: Finely chopped fresh chives or parsley add a bright, herbaceous finish to the bites.
→ Are there suggestions for gourmet variations?: Try smoked salmon for the red topping or roasted eggplant for the black one to elevate the flavor profile.