These are like hand-held charcuterie boards filled with a selection of meats, cheeses, grapes, pickles, and breadsticks or crackers arranged in clear plastic cups or glasses.
Party Perfect Charcuterie Cups
Assemble them up to a day ahead of time and keep them chilled until ready to serve for a stress free snack. They’re easy to customize with your favorite meats, cheeses, fruits, and nuts, making them versatile and adaptable to different preferences and tastes. The individual servings make it easy for guests to grab and go, allowing them to mingle and socialize without being tied down to a table.
What to Put in Charcuterie Cups
Crackers – Small crackers, mini breadsticks, or cubes of bread like rye or sourdough will add height and color.
I used these picks with pearls on top. Here are more fun party picks. And options for reusable picks.
Meat – Salami, ham, and prosciutto are good basic meats to start with, however, feel free to experiment with slices of summer sausage, pepperoni slices, or even mini meatballs. Cheese – Choose cheeses with varying colors and flavor profiles. Cheddar cheese and pepper jack are always crowd favorites and small balls of bocconcini (soft mozzarella) are rich and creamy and will offset the salty flavors of the meat. Even string cheese can be used to create visual interest. Fruits – Grapes, fresh whole strawberries, blackberries, and even dried fruit like chunks of apricot or mango add sweetness and color to charcuterie cups. Spear them onto a wooden skewer or layer them on the bottom. Veggies – Olives, pickled asparagus, or green beans will help cleanse the palate from fatty meats and cheeses. Garnishes – Sprigs of fresh herbs like rosemary, parsley, or even edible flowers will make charcuterie cups look fresh and inviting. Add herbs just before serving.
How to Assemble Charcuterie Cups
Tips For Assembly
Look for ingredients that will add color, contrast, shape, size, and flavors to charcuterie cups, it’s nearly impossible to make them wrong with so many amazing ingredients to choose from! Start tall crackers or breadsticks in the back, and then add grapes. Place some of the meats on sticks and poke them into the grapes to hold them in place. Assemble ahead and keep them chilled in the refrigerator until ready to serve or place them in a cardboard box for safe transporting.
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