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Christmas Charcuterie Cups – Easy Christmas Appetizer Recipe

Christmas Charcuterie Cups – Easy Christmas Appetizer Recipe
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These festive Christmas Charcuterie Cups are an easy and elegant appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. Combining a variety of savory cured meats, creamy cheeses, crunchy nuts, fresh berries, and festive crackers, each cup offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures. Individually portioned and beautifully arranged with rosemary sprigs and gingerbread men, these cups are both visually stunning and delicious, making party prep simple and stress-free.

Ingredients

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Meats

  • 18 slices Hard Italian Salami
  • 18 slices Salame di Parma

Cheeses

  • 6 Mini Brie Bites
  • 6 cubes Smoked Gouda
  • 6 pieces Aged Gouda Christmas Tree Shaped

Nuts and Fruits

  • 3 cups Mixed Nuts
  • 1 cup Jordan Almonds
  • 12 Blackberries
  • 12 Raspberries

Crackers and Cookies

  • 12 crackers (Christmas Tree shaped Lahvosh Crackers from Valley Lahvosh)
  • 12 Gingerbread Man Cookies (brand: Sasha, found at Sprouts)

Garnish

  • 12 sprigs Rosemary

Instructions

  1. Fill Cups with Nuts: Start by adding 1/2 cup of mixed nuts into each individual cup to provide a crunchy base layer.
  2. Add Jordan Almonds: Distribute the 1 cup of Jordan almonds evenly into each cup to complement the mixed nuts with a sweet crunch.
  3. Assemble Salami Skewers: Fold each slice of hard Italian salami into a triangle shape and thread them onto cocktail skewers, positioning the rounded edges outward for an attractive presentation. Repeat for the Salame di Parma slices.
  4. Arrange Skewers and Cheese: Place the assembled salami skewers into the cups, then add the mini brie bites, smoked gouda cubes, and aged gouda Christmas tree shapes around the skewers for color and variety.
  5. Add Fresh Fruits and Crackers: Nestle blackberries, raspberries, and the Christmas tree-shaped crackers around the meats and cheeses inside each cup.
  6. Garnish and Finish: Insert rosemary sprigs for a festive aroma and color, then position a gingerbread man cookie at the front of each cup for a charming seasonal touch.

Notes

  • You can substitute different types of salami or cured meats based on preference or availability.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the meats and increase the cheese and fruit portions.
  • Use sturdy cocktail picks or skewers to ensure easy handling and presentation.
  • These cups can be assembled a few hours ahead and refrigerated but add crackers and cookies just before serving to keep them crisp.
  • Adjust nut quantities if you prefer smaller or larger servings per cup.

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Keywords: Christmas appetizer, holiday charcuterie cups, easy holiday snacks, Christmas party food, individual charcuterie cups

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