These adorable owl meatball snacks are a fun, easy treat your kids will love after school. They’re quick to assemble and make a playful, nutritious snack for little hands.
You will need:
Pre-cooked Italian-style meatballs
Sliced mozzarella or provolone cheese
Black olives
Sour cream or cream cheese (for “glue”)
Sliced cheddar cheese
Frilly toothpicks (optional)
1. Using a small round cutter, the tip of a piping nozzle, or a knife, cut small circles from the mozzarella or provolone slices to make the owl’s eye whites.
2. Slice a black olive in half and cut small circles from the olive halves to form the pupils.
3. Attach the olive pieces to the cheese circles using a small dab of sour cream or cream cheese so they resemble eyes.
4. Use a bit of sour cream or cream cheese to stick the completed eyes onto each meatball.
5. Cut small triangles from the cheddar slices to make beaks.
6. Attach the cheddar triangles to the meatballs with a little sour cream or cream cheese to form the beaks.
7. If desired, push a frilly toothpick into the top of each meatball for presentation. For very young children, omit the toothpick or remove it before serving.
Hoot hoot! These smart owl meatball snacks are a charming, kid-friendly option for back-to-school mornings or after-school nibbling. They’re simple to make and can be adapted with ingredients you have on hand.
For more back-to-school snack ideas, try mixing different cheeses, vegetables, or dip flavors to create new characters and flavors your kids will enjoy.