Looking for a creepy yet delicious Halloween snack? These Stuffed Tomato Eyeballs are the perfect spooky treat for your Halloween parties or gatherings. They’re easy to make, full of flavour, and will add an eerie touch to your snack table while still being healthy!
Ingredients:
- 12 small, round cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1/4 cup cream cheese (or dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan option)
- 1 tbsp pesto (or basil paste)
- 12 black olives, sliced into rings
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Tomatoes:
- Wash the cherry or grape tomatoes. Cut a small slice off the top of each tomato to create an opening. Using a small spoon or melon baller, carefully scoop out the insides of the tomatoes to make room for the filling. Set the hollowed tomatoes aside.
- Make the Filling:
- In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese with pesto until smooth and creamy. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Spoon or pipe the mixture into each hollowed tomato.
- Assemble the Eyeballs:
- Press one black olive ring onto the top of each stuffed tomato to create the “pupil” of the eyeball. Arrange the stuffed tomatoes on a serving platter.
- Garnish and Serve:
- For added decoration, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley or chives around the tomatoes for a ghoulish green effect. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.
