Easy Individual Charcuterie Cups Recipe
Easy Individual Charcuterie Cups offer a convenient and visually appealing way to serve a variety of classic charcuterie ingredients in single-serving portions. These cups combine savory meats, assorted cheeses, fresh fruits, nuts, and crackers for a perfect snack or party appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 individual servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meats
- 12 slices salami or pepperoni
- 12 slices ham or turkey
Cheeses
- 12 slices thick-cut cheddar cheese
- 12 slices Havarti cheese
- 24 cubes Asiago cheese
Fruit and Vegetables
- 60 grapes
- 1 small Fuji apple
- 12 baby carrots
- 24 whole black olives
Other
- 36 crackers
- 1.5 cups nuts, seeds, and dried fruit mix
Instructions
- Prepare cups and ingredients: Begin by laying out twelve 9-ounce clear plastic cups. Prep all ingredients by slicing the cheeses, cutting the apple into slices if using, and portioning the meats into slices.
- Layer nuts and grapes: Place about 2 tablespoons of the nuts, seeds, and dried fruit mix at the bottom of each cup, then add 5 grapes on top to create a solid base.
- Add crackers: Add 2 to 3 crackers along the sides or on the top layer of the cup to help prevent sogginess and provide crunch.
- Add meats: Fold or roll 2 pieces of meat such as salami and ham and place them inside each cup, letting them rest against the other ingredients.
- Add cheeses: Add 4 to 6 pieces of assorted cheese including cheddar, Havarti slices, and Asiago cubes to each cup.
- Add extras: Tuck in extras like a baby carrot, black olive, or apple slice. Add the apple slices just before serving to prevent browning.
- Insert toothpicks: For visual appeal and ease of eating, insert large toothpicks through olives, pickles, or cheese cubes.
- Refrigerate until serving: Refrigerate the assembled cups until ready to serve, up to two hours ahead. If serving outdoors, keep them chilled on ice.
Notes
- Adding apple slices last helps prevent browning and keeps the cups looking fresh.
- Using a variety of textures—crisp crackers, creamy cheeses, crunchy nuts, and juicy fruits—makes each cup enjoyable.
- The cups can be prepared a couple of hours ahead but are best served fresh.
- Customize with your favorite meats, cheeses, or fruits depending on availability and preferences.
- Serving on ice is essential for outdoor events to keep the ingredients fresh and safe.
Keywords: charcuterie cups, individual appetizers, party snacks, no-cook charcuterie, easy charcuterie
