8 ways to give snack food a makeover to remember

Discover how to reinvigorate your snack time with a handful of ingredients and some creative thinking. From the new way to make bliss balls to a radical new twist on pizza, you’ll wonder why you never tried these tricks sooner.

8 ways to give snack food a makeover to remember

Got a few leftovers in the fridge you want to turn into something a little special? Skewer them! Whether you’re preparing a last-minute snack for guests, or just fancy something a little more appetising in your lunchbox, a skewer that combines tastes, textures and flavours is sure to be a winner. Try rockmelon, prawn and cucumber for a new take on prawn cocktail, or smoked salmon, potato and lettuce for a canape with crunch.

1. Skewer it

2. Transform your bliss balls

The bliss ball has been one of the hottest food trends of the past couple of years, driven by our desire to eat healthier but still enjoy snack times. Traditionally, bliss balls are made with dried fruit, such as dates, blitzed with almond and cacao. But these banana snack balls combine fresh banana with PHILADELPHIA Original Spreadable Cream Cheese™ and coconut, for a fresh, creamy twist.

3. Add almost-instant pickle

One thing that can make an at-home sandwich taste restaurant quality is the type of condiment you use. Pickle adds a beautiful tang to meat, cheese or fish — and it’s surprisingly easy to make your own. These home-made banh mi fish baguettes are topped with quick-pickled vegetables you can whip up in a flash.

4. Go miniature with your cob loaf

Spinach cob loaf dip is the perfect pre-barbie snack for backyard entertainers across the nation. It’s creamy, delicious, and perfect for sharing — unless you end up with a cob loaf lingerer who stays by the dip so others don’t get a look-in. Ensure everyone gets to try it by creating individual cob loaf dips for each of your guests (like these ones made with PHILADELPHIA Original Spreadable Cream Cheese™).

5. Get playful with pizza

Making your own pizza may not seem like a quick or healthy snack solution – until you see these super slices. Using watermelon as a base (yes, really!), you can pretty much top this fruity pizza with anything you have in the fridge. The combo of prosciutto, pistachio and watermelon works really well as a light summer bite.

6. Combine sushi and sandwich

Making delicate sushi rolls at home can be a tricky task, particularly if your fingers and thumbs aren’t quite up to the job. This is where the sushi sandwich comes in. The easiest way to make sushi ever, these sandwiches are pretty to look at, as well as being super-easy to make (and eat!).

7. Freeze your favourite treat

How do you make the good old Aussie lamington an even better snack on a hot summer’s day? Create a frozen version. Part ice block, part lamington, these five-ingredient treats are perfect to keep in the freezer for an impromptu party, or simply for when you want to have a quiet snack moment to yourself.

8. Make your own dried fruit

If you’ve got a pineapple that needs eating but you can’t manage it all yourself, this is the answer. A great way to make the fruit last longer, this super-simple oven-dried snack is great on its own or as a topping for sandwiches and salads. It’ll go wonderfully on top of a simple toasted bagel with a generous spreading of PHILADELPHIA Original Spreadable Cream Cheese™ and some shaved leg ham. (Brought to you by Philadelphia Original Spreadable Cream Cheese).

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