# Components:
→ Cheese
01 - 7 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
→ Garnishes
02 - 2 tbsp chopped chives or fresh parsley (optional)
03 - 1 tbsp poppy seeds or toasted sesame seeds (optional)
→ Crunchy Base
04 - 24 thin pretzel sticks
→ Optional Additions
05 - 24 seedless red or green grapes
06 - 24 cherry tomato halves
# Directions:
01 - Arrange the sharp cheddar cheese cubes evenly on a plate or tray.
02 - Lightly roll or sprinkle selected cheese cubes with chopped chives, parsley, poppy seeds, or toasted sesame seeds for enhanced flavor and appearance.
03 - Skewer each cheddar cube onto one end of a pretzel stick, resembling a sparkler.
04 - For added color and taste, place a grape or cherry tomato half on the pretzel stick prior to adding the cheese cube.
05 - Stand the assembled sparklers upright on a serving platter and serve immediately for best texture.
