Move over, Ants On A Log, the childhood classic made from celery-stuffed cream cheese topped with raisins.

Ladybugs On A Stick have no cholesterol, the fat from avocado oil is super-healthy, and the tomatoes are lower in calories and more nutritious than raisins.

You can make or buy guacamole, or combine the mashed avocado and salsa as shown below. Thanks to the California Avocado Commission for the nifty idea.

RECIPE: LADYBUGS ON A STICK

Ingredients For 8 Sticks

 
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados, adjust the quantity accordingly.

1. COMBINE the salsa and the mashed avocado.

2. FILL the hollow in each celery stalk with the guacamole, taking care to keep it in the groove and not on the rims. For precision, you can use a piping bag or a plastic food storage bag with a corner cut off.

3. NESTLE 3 grape tomato halves atop the guacamole on each celery stalk.