Description

These charcuterie cups are the easiest way to serve appetizers that look completely catered. Each cup includes nuts, crackers, breadsticks, and three cute skewers — salami, cheese with tomato, and berries — for a perfect mix of savory and sweet. They’re easy to assemble, mess-free, and ideal for holidays, Friendsgiving, or any party where you want guests to feel special without the stress of cleanup.

Ingredients

15 charcuterie cups1
1 cup salted pistachios
1 cup roasted cashews
1 box Firehook rosemary crackers (or any sturdy cracker)
6-8 breadsticks, broken in half if too tall
45 toothpicks or mini skewers
45 small slices of salami (folded twice, 3 per skewer)
15 grape tomatoes
15 cubes of cheddar cheese (I like Kerrygold or Old Croc)
30 blackberries
8 strawberries, halved
Optional: printable labels (I used Avery design labels to say “Happy Pre-Giving 2025”)

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Instructions

Prepare cups: Add labels to each cup if desired.
Add base layer: Spoon a mix of pistachios and cashews into the bottom of each cup.
Build skewers:
- Salami skewer: Fold each slice in half twice and thread three pieces onto a skewer.
- Cheese & tomato skewer: Add one cheddar cube and one grape tomato.
- Berry skewer: Add a blackberry, half a strawberry, and another blackberry.
Assemble cups: Add a few crackers and half a breadstick to each cup, then insert all three skewers upright.
Arrange and serve: Place the cups on a platter or tray for an elegant, catered look.

Notes

These cups can be assembled a few hours ahead; store covered in the refrigerator until serving.

Customize your cups! Try adding grapes, mini mozzarella balls, olives, or prosciutto.

If serving outdoors, chill ingredients beforehand so they stay fresh.

Great for both adults and kids — everyone gets a balanced snack.

Prep Time: 25
Category: appetizer
Method: cold
Cuisine: American