Description
Celebrate the holiday season with these festive Christmas Charcuterie Cups, a delightful and visually appealing appetizer featuring a variety of Italian salami, gourmet cheeses, nuts, berries, crackers, and whimsical holiday-themed cookies. Perfect for parties or family gatherings, these easy-to-assemble cups offer a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and crunchy flavors in a convenient individual serving.
Ingredients
Meats and Cheeses
- 18 slices Hard Italian Salami
- 18 slices Salame di Parma
- 6 Mini Brie Bites
- 6 cubes Smoked Gouda
- 6 pieces Aged Gouda Christmas Tree Shaped
Nuts and Sweets
- 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)
Garnishes
- 12 springs Rosemary
Instructions
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Prepare the Nut Base
Begin by distributing 1/2 cup of mixed nuts evenly into each charcuterie cup to create a hearty base.
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Add Jordan Almonds
Divide 1 cup of Jordan almonds among the cups, evenly decorating the nut base with these colorful sweets.
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Assemble the Salami Skewers
Fold each slice of salami into triangle shapes, then thread them onto skewers with the rounded edges facing outward. Alternate slices of Hard Italian Salami and Salame di Parma as desired to create a festive layered presentation.
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Arrange Skewers in Cups
Place the prepared salami skewers into the cups, ensuring they are evenly spaced and visually appealing.
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Add Cheeses and Fruits
Place mini brie bites, cubes of smoked gouda, and aged gouda Christmas tree shapes into each cup alongside the salami skewers. Tuck in fresh blackberries and raspberries to add pops of color and burst of freshness.
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Incorporate Crackers and Cookies
Insert one Christmas tree shaped lahvosh cracker and one gingerbread man cookie into the front of each cup to add a crunchy, festive touch.
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Garnish with Rosemary
Finish each cup by tucking in a sprig of fresh rosemary to add aroma and a holiday-inspired aesthetic.
Notes
- For best flavor, use high-quality Italian salami and fresh cheeses.
- Customize the nut selection based on preference or dietary restrictions.
- These cups can be assembled a few hours ahead of serving and refrigerated to maintain freshness.
- Use sturdy cocktail picks or skewers to hold folded meats securely.
- Perfect as individual appetizers for holiday parties or family gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg