Charcuterie Cups
Charcuterie Cups are individually portioned appetizers filled with cured meats, cheeses, fruits, and snacks, offering a fun and portable twist on the traditional charcuterie board. Perfect for parties and easy, mess-free entertaining.
- Prep Time: 20–30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20–30 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- Cured meats (salami, prosciutto, pepperoni)
- Cubed or sliced cheeses (cheddar, gouda, mozzarella, etc.)
- Crackers or breadsticks
- Fresh fruits (grapes, berries, apple slices)
- Olives or pickles
- Nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios)
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme) for garnish
- Small skewers or toothpicks
- Disposable cups or small jars
Instructions
- Choose your cup or container—paper cups, mason jars, or plastic tumblers work well.
- Roll or fold slices of cured meats and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Cube or slice cheeses for easy grabbing.
- Layer meats, cheeses, crackers, and fruits into each cup.
- Add extras like olives, nuts, and pickles for variety.
- Top with a sprig of fresh herbs or a decorative skewer.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve and keep chilled during serving.
Notes
- Use 9–12 oz cups for full servings or 5 oz for lighter portions.
- Assemble close to serving time to keep crackers crisp.
- Firm cheeses hold up best in advance prep.
- Include sealed containers inside the cup for dips or spreads.
- Perfect for both indoor and outdoor gatherings—just keep them cool.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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