Gluten-Free Gourmet Tower (Printable Version)

Elegant stacked gluten-free crispbreads with creamy spreads and fresh colorful toppings for parties.

# Ingredient List:

→ Base and Structure

01 - 12 gluten-free crispbread crackers (seed, multigrain, or plain)
02 - 8 slices gluten-free bread, lightly toasted, cut into rounds or rectangles

→ Spreads and Layers

03 - 5.3 oz whipped cream cheese
04 - 3.5 oz hummus
05 - 3.5 oz guacamole

→ Fresh Toppings

06 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
07 - 1 medium ripe tomato, thinly sliced
08 - 1 small avocado, sliced
09 - 1/2 cup microgreens or baby arugula
10 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced radish
11 - 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, sliced

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds
13 - 2 tbsp finely chopped chives
14 - Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
15 - Sea salt, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Assemble all spreads and toppings ahead of time. Lightly toast gluten-free bread and cut into uniform rounds or rectangles matching cracker size.
02 - Arrange all ingredients for convenient assembly within reach.
03 - Place one crispbread cracker as the base and spread a thin layer of cream cheese or hummus evenly over it.
04 - Layer a piece of toasted gluten-free bread on top, spreading guacamole and layering slices of cucumber and tomato.
05 - Alternate between crackers, bread, and spreads, incorporating avocado, radish, roasted red pepper, and microgreens between layers to create visual and flavor contrast.
06 - Construct 3 to 4 layers pressing gently for stability. Finish with a cracker or bread slice topped with cream cheese, microgreens, pumpkin seeds, chives, and a sprinkle of black pepper.
07 - Carefully transfer the tower to serving plates using a wide spatula and serve immediately to preserve texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks absolutely stunning on the plate, making you feel like a professional chef even if you've never made one before
  • Everything is assembled fresh, so every bite is crisp and full of contrasting textures and flavors
  • You can customize each tower based on what's in your fridge or your guests' preferences, making it endlessly adaptable
  • It comes together in just 25 minutes, so you're not stuck in the kitchen while your guests arrive
02 -
  • Moisture is your silent enemy—pat sliced tomatoes and cucumbers dry with paper towels before layering, or your beautiful tower will start leaning within minutes
  • Room temperature vegetables layer better than cold ones, and they taste better too. Take them out of the fridge 10 minutes before assembly for optimal flavor and flexibility
  • The spread layers act as both flavor and structural adhesive. Don't skip them, and don't be stingy—a thin but present layer of cream cheese or hummus between each component makes all the difference in holding everything together
03 -
  • Make your spreads slightly thinner than you think necessary—a thin layer spread smoothly is stronger structurally than a thick layer that creates slip points between your tower's layers
  • Chill your cream cheese for 15 minutes before whipping it if it's too soft—a slightly firmer spread makes the tower more stable and less likely to slide as you stack
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