Easy Cheese and Meat Charcuterie Skewers Recipe

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If you’re seeking the ultimate party appetizer, the Easy Charcuterie Skewers Recipe is sure to become one of your favorites. These easy antipasto skewers, perfect for kicking off your gathering, feature an enticing combination of meats and cheese cubes.

Their delicious flavors and bite-sized format make them an irresistible choice for entertaining, leaving guests reaching for more all night long!

Charcuterie Skewers Ingredients

• 1 pound cheddar cheese, cut into large cubes
• Thinly sliced salami – 6 ounces
• Pepperoni – 6 ounces thinly sliced
• Babybel cheese 6 pieces
• Mini dill pickles – 6
• 6 wooden kabob sticks

This recipe makes 6 kabobs. Prep time: 20 minutes

Simple Steps to Making Charcuterie Kabobs

1. The easiest way is to fold each slice of meat in half, then in half again, and thread wooden skewers through.
2. Slide one slice of pepperoni and one slice of salami on the stick.
3. Slide a piece of cheese on top of the meat.
4. Continue layering meat and cheese along the middle of the kabob stick.

1. Top the stick with a piece of Babybel cheese and a mini pickle. 

Enjoy!

What Else Can I Add to My Charcuterie Skewers

You can change them up by adding any of the following great options:

• Red peppers
• Green olives
• Black olives
• Cheese tortellini
• Another type of cheese
• Fresh mozzarella balls
• Cherry tomatoes
• Grape tomatoes
• White cheddar and hard cheese cubes
• Bell peppers
• Roast Beef slices
• Italian meats
• Marinated artichoke hearts
• Mini pickles

Variations

You can include ingredients such as fresh basil leaves (plus other greens like peppers), artichoke hearts & olive oil on top when you dip them into their bowl after helping yourself at the table.

They also go well alongside simple sides like bottled marinara sauce or stuffed olives.

Why is Charcuterie so Popular

Charcuterie is popular because it’s a great way to please all palates and delight hungry crowds.

The added convenience of pre-sliced meat, cheese snack sticks – not to mention how stylishly cool your platter will look on display!

Just like this Easter Charcuterie Board. It’s so colorful.

Next time, serve the Charcuterie Board Skewers recipe at your next holiday party. These can also be made the night before. Cover them with plastic wrap and place them in the refrigerator until it’s time to serve them.

Or change it up and add all your favorite ingredients to make an epic charcuterie board. With a variety of textures, it’s low-carb and also a great way to get your daily vitamin C intake.

The only thing I regret is not making a double batch of the cold appetizer skewers recipes.

This reminds me of an Italian Food Gift Basket I received once. It contained all my favorites: kalamata olives, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, a cheese platter, and so much more.

Luckily, all these mini meat and cheese skewer ingredients are available at your local grocery store.

These easy appetizers will become your go-to for a perfect holiday or party appetizer, presenting the perfect appetizer for your next party.

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