Disney Inspired Snack: Aladdin Magic Carpet Recipe (2024)

You guys know I like to celebrate Disney movies with treatsso I’m bringing a super fun and easy Aladdin Magic Carpet Snack Recipe. This Disney appetizer is simple and it is sure to please!

Aladdin Magic Carpet Recipe Description

Let’s take a magic carpet ride through the culinary world of desserts with this Aladdin-inspired treat! Utilizing graham crackers as your “carpet” base, topped with a delicious layer of cream cheese or frosting, and adorned with a medley of vibrant fruits like strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, this easy yet mouthwatering recipe is bound to sweep you off your feet. Accentuated with a fruit roll-up tassel and a touch of purple food coloring, you’ll feel like you’re soaring through Agrabah in no time!

FAQs

Can I use a different type of fruit?

Absolutely! This recipe is quite flexible. You can easily swap out fruits like strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries for kiwi slices, mandarin oranges, or grapes. Just make sure the fruit you choose isn’t too watery, as it can make the graham cracker soggy.

Is there a dairy-free option for cream cheese?

Yes, there are numerous plant-based cream cheese options available in stores nowadays, or you can even make a cashew-based frosting at home for a dairy-free alternative.

Can I use natural food coloring?

Certainly, you can opt for natural food colorants like beet juice to give your cream cheese layer that rich purple hue.

Tips and Tricks

1. Fruit Selection: Choose fruits that are fresh and firm to avoid a mushy texture.
2. Color Layering: To get that magical gradient, consider mixing different shades of purple food coloring into your cream cheese or frosting.
3. Assembly: Assemble your magic carpet shortly before serving to keep the graham crackers crisp.

Variations

1. Tropical Twist: Use fruits like mango and pineapple for an exotic flair.
2. Sweet and Spicy: Add a dash of chili powder to your cream cheese for a surprising kick.
3. Choco-Delight: Drizzle some chocolate sauce over the fruit for a more decadent version.

Where to Serve

This Aladdin Magic Carpet dessert is perfect for themed parties, kids’ birthdays, or any gathering where you want to add a touch of whimsy. It’s a great conversation starter and is sure to capture the imagination of your guests, both young and old.

Storage

Ideally, this dessert should be consumed immediately after assembly to enjoy its crispiness. However, you can store the prepared components separately. Keep the graham crackers in an airtight container, the colored cream cheese in the fridge, and the sliced fruits in a separate container.

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Yield: 3 snacks

Disney Inspired Snack: Aladdin Magic Carpet Recipe

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Prep Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

These super fun Aladdin snacks are so good and easy to make!

Ingredients

• Graham Crackers
• Cream Cheese or Frosting
• Fruit (I used strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries)
• Fruit Roll Up
• Purple Food Coloring

Instructions

1. If using cream cheese, soften at room temperature or in the microwave.
2. Add in a few drops of purple food coloring, and beat until smooth. Do the same if using frosting.
3. Cover as many graham crackers as you’d like with a thick layer of cream cheese or frosting, keeping it as smooth as possible.
4. Slice several different fruits, and blot off excess juice with a paper towel.
5. Arrange in the graham crackers in different patterns to represent Aladdin’s magic carpet.
6. Enjoy immediately!
   

Nutrition Information

Yield

3

Serving Size

1
Amount Per ServingCalories 159Total Fat 7gSaturated Fat 3gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 3gCholesterol 10mgSodium 94mgCarbohydrates 25gFiber 1gSugar 17gProtein 2g

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