Gluten-Free Gourmet Tower (Print View)

A stunning gluten-free tower layering crispbread, spreads, and fresh toppings for elegant gatherings.

# Components:

→ 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 - ½ cup microgreens or baby arugula
10 - ¼ cup thinly sliced radish
11 - ¼ 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

# Directions:

01 - Prepare all spreads and toppings. Lightly toast gluten-free bread and cut into uniform rounds or rectangles matching cracker size.
02 - Organize all ingredients for easy assembly.
03 - Place a crispbread cracker as the base and spread a thin layer of cream cheese or hummus.
04 - Layer with toasted gluten-free bread, then add guacamole, cucumber slices, and tomato slices.
05 - Alternate between crackers, bread, and spreads, adding avocado, radish, roasted red peppers, and microgreens between layers for contrast and color.
06 - Build 3 to 4 layers total, pressing gently for stability. Top with a cracker or bread slice, a dollop of cream cheese, microgreens, pumpkin seeds, chives, and freshly cracked black pepper.
07 - Carefully move the assembled tower(s) onto serving plates using a wide spatula.
08 - Present immediately to maintain optimal texture and freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks absolutely stunning on the table, and nobody will guess you assembled it in under thirty minutes
  • Every bite is an adventure—crispy crackers, creamy spreads, and fresh vegetables all hitting at once
  • It's completely gluten-free, so you can serve it with confidence to anyone with dietary restrictions
  • You can customize every layer based on what you have on hand or what your guests prefer
02 -
  • Pat your tomato and cucumber slices dry with paper towels before layering them—excess moisture is the silent killer of tower stability and texture
  • Room-temperature spreads are non-negotiable; cold cream cheese and hummus will tear your bread and frustrate you
  • Build on the plate where it will be served if possible, rather than building elsewhere and transferring—it's one less movement that could go wrong
03 -
  • Slice your avocado just before building and toss it with a squeeze of lemon juice to prevent oxidation and add a subtle brightness
  • Toast extra pumpkin seeds and keep them in an airtight container—they're the garnish that makes people wonder what your secret is
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