This Baby Yoda Guacamole Appetizer is a must-make for all those Star Wars fans who love The Mandalorian – I know I can’t get enough of The Child since he made his debut in season 1 of the show!

This is an adorable snack whether you enjoy it with the family while watching newly released episodes or looking for an easy and cute appetizer to serve to guests while celebrating Star Wars Day on May the fourth!

Although you can buy premade guacamole, I always find making it from scratch is best for flavor and honestly, this guacamole recipe is so easy! Simply make your guac, shape it into an adorable baby Yoda with some decorative garnishes and enjoy!

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Make it and eat it, you must!

If making guacamole from scratch:

3 medium ripe avocados, seeds removed and scooped from peel
1 garlic clove, minced
2 roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
¼ cup onion, finely diced
Juice from ½ lime
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
½ jalapeno, seeds and membrane removed, finely diced (optional)

To make the Baby Yoda Guacamole Appetizer platter, you will also need:

3 to 4 cups guacamole
Tortilla chips (for serving)
1 black olive, cut in half through the middle (for the eyes)
1 slice avocado (for the nose)
1 slice red bell pepper (for the mouth)

Place all ingredients into a large bowl.
Smash avocado with a fork or pastry blender. Stir together until blended.
Best if served immediately. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator if needed. Guacamole will start to discolor within 1 day.
In the middle of a large platter, spoon about 2 cups of guacamole into a circle and smooth the top into a flat surface. Create ridges across the top to be forehead wrinkles.
Add about ½ to 1 cup of guacamole as ears on each side and shape as ears.
Place slices of black olives as eyes, a slice of red bell pepper as the mouth, and a piece of avocado as the nose.
Refrigerate until ready to serve, staying aware that the guacamole will discolor over time.
Before serving, arrange tortilla chips around the yoda face.

HOW DO I SELECT RIPE AVOCADOS FOR MAKING GUACAMOLE FROM SCRATCH?

If you are selecting some avocados from the store for your guacamole, make sure they are ripe by following these helpful hacks:
- Ripe avocados will usually have darker skin like a deep green color so be sure to purchase a darker skin over a lighter one.
- Ripe avocados will give slightly to pressure being applied but it shouldn’t be mushy when you lightly squeeze it.
- Lastly, check under the stem of the avocado that you think is ripe. If the color of the flesh under the stem is green then it’s most likely ripe but if it’s brown then you have an overripe avocado.

CAN I MAKE THE GUACAMOLE AHEAD OF TIME?

Yes, you can! Make your guacamole 1-2 hours prior to making your baby Yoda appetizer without it browning by keeping an avocado pit on the top of the prepared guacamole mixture and then cover it with plastic wrap, making sure that no air gets in. Then simply store it in the refrigerator until assembling the appetizer.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH LEFTOVERS?

Leftover guacamole will typically keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 days but it will still brown at the top. To minimize browning, smooth the top of the guacamole well and cover it with plastic wrap, making sure that the plastic wrap touches the entire surface of the guacamole.
If you have any leftover nacho chips, simply place them in a resealable bag and store them in a cool dry place but if they have touched the guacamole then it’s best to eat them immediately or discard them as they will go soggy.

TIPS FOR MAKING THIS BABY YODA GUACAMOLE APPETIZER

Keep your guacamole simple. I know I offer suggestions of additional ingredients in my other avocado-based recipes but adding more ingredients to this appetizer may affect the look of your Baby Yoda. Simpler is better for this cute appetizer!
If you struggle to find ripe avocados at your local store, buy a few ahead of time (i.e. a few days before making the appetizer) and then allow them to ripen at room temperature.

Baby Yoda Guacamole Appetizer