Graduation Cap Diploma Wraps

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This celebratory dish features tortilla wraps filled with deli meat or cheese, rolled tightly and tied with chives to mimic diplomas. Complemented by chocolate-topped crackers fashioned into graduation caps, finished with fruit leather tassels. Easy to prepare and customizable with gluten-free or vegan options, these snacks bring a fun and festive touch to any graduation gathering.

Updated on Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:28:00 GMT
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Festive and fun snack wraps shaped like diplomas and graduation caps, perfect for celebrating graduations with a creative, savory bite.

This recipe was a hit at our last graduation party and brought smiles to kids and adults alike

Ingredients

  • For the Diploma Wraps: 6 large flour tortillas, 6 slices deli turkey or ham (optional for vegetarian use cheese slices), 6 slices cheddar or Swiss cheese, 2 tablespoons cream cheese softened, 12 thin chive stems or green onion tops (for tying)
  • For the Graduation Caps: 12 square crackers (such as Wheat Thins or similar), 12 round chocolate truffles or peanut butter cups (mini size), 12 small pieces of fruit leather or thin licorice strings (for tassels), 2 tablespoons melted chocolate (for assembly)

Instructions

Prepare the Diploma Wraps:
Lay out a tortilla and spread a thin layer of cream cheese over the surface. Place a slice of deli meat (or cheese for vegetarian) and a slice of cheese on top. Roll up the tortilla tightly into a log then cut in half to create two diplomas. Tie each wrap with a chive stem or green onion top to resemble a diploma scroll. Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.
Assemble the Graduation Caps:
Place a small dab of melted chocolate on top of each truffle or mini peanut butter cup. Press a square cracker onto the chocolate creating the caps flat top. Cut fruit leather or licorice into small strips for tassels. Use a small dab of melted chocolate to attach a tassel to the top of each cap.
Arrange and Serve:
Arrange the diploma wraps and graduation cap treats on a platter for serving.
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My family enjoys making these together before the party, it’s a wonderful bonding experience

Optional Flavor Enhancements

For extra flavor add thinly sliced vegetables or spread a layer of pesto inside the wraps

Required Tools

Sharp knife, cutting board, small bowl for melted chocolate, and spatula or spreader

Allergen Notes

This recipe contains wheat (tortillas crackers), dairy (cheese cream cheese chocolate), possibly nuts (peanut butter cups), and soy (some chocolate brands). Always check product labels for specific allergens

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Colorful Graduation Cap Diploma Snack Wraps: an assortment of mini diplomas and caps, ready to be enjoyed. | coraloven.com

This recipe is a fun and easy way to celebrate milestones with tasty treats your guests will love

Recipe FAQs

How do I assemble the diploma wraps?

Spread cream cheese on tortillas, layer deli meat or cheese, roll tightly, cut in half, and tie with chive stems to resemble diplomas.

What alternatives can I use for vegetarian versions?

Replace deli meats with cheese slices and ensure all other ingredients fit vegetarian preferences.

How are the graduation caps constructed?

Melted chocolate attaches square crackers atop mini truffles or peanut butter cups; fruit leather strips create tassels.

Can I make these snacks gluten-free?

Use gluten-free tortillas and crackers to accommodate gluten-free diets.

What tools are needed for preparation?

A sharp knife, cutting board, small bowl for melted chocolate, and spreader or spatula are recommended.

Graduation Cap Diploma Wraps

Festive graduation snacks shaped like caps and diplomas combining savory wraps and sweet chocolate treats.

Prep time
20 minutes
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Time Required
20 minutes
Created by Hannah Lewis


Skill level Easy

Cuisine American

Makes 12 Portions

Dietary details Meatless

What You Need

Diploma Wraps

01 6 large flour tortillas
02 6 slices deli turkey or ham (optional for vegetarian: use cheese slices)
03 6 slices cheddar or Swiss cheese
04 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
05 12 thin chive stems or green onion tops (for tying)

Graduation Caps

01 12 square crackers (e.g., Wheat Thins or similar)
02 12 round chocolate truffles or mini peanut butter cups
03 12 small pieces of fruit leather or thin licorice strings (for tassels)
04 2 tablespoons melted chocolate (for assembly)

How To Make

Step 01

Prepare Diploma Wraps: Lay out a tortilla and spread a thin layer of cream cheese evenly over the surface. Layer with a slice of deli meat or cheese and a slice of cheddar or Swiss cheese. Roll the tortilla tightly into a log and cut in half to create two diplomas. Tie each wrap with a chive stem or green onion top to mimic a diploma scroll. Repeat for all tortillas.

Step 02

Assemble Graduation Caps: Place a small dollop of melted chocolate on top of each truffle or mini peanut butter cup. Press a square cracker onto the chocolate to form the cap’s flat top. Cut fruit leather or licorice into thin strips to create tassels. Attach each tassel to the top of the cap with a small dab of melted chocolate.

Step 03

Arrange for Serving: Place the completed diploma wraps and graduation cap treats neatly on a serving platter.

Needed utensils

  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Small bowl for melted chocolate
  • Spatula or spreader

Allergy details

Check components for allergens, and get advice from a medical expert if you're unsure.
  • Contains wheat (tortillas, crackers), dairy (cheese, cream cheese, chocolate), and possibly nuts (peanut butter cups).
  • Contains soy (some chocolate brands).
  • Check product labels for specific allergens.

Nutrition Details (each serving)

Details are for informational purposes, not medical use.
  • Kilocalories: 180
  • Fat content: 8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 23 g
  • Proteins: 6 g