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Quick Christmas Charcuterie Cups Ready in 10 Minutes

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These Quick Christmas Charcuterie Cups are the perfect last-minute party appetizer, ready in just 10 minutes. Layered with prosciutto, salami, cheese, grapes, and festive garnishes, they’re a crowd-pleasing, no-fuss alternative to a traditional charcuterie board.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 slices prosciutto, torn into pieces
  • 4–6 slices salami (Genoa or pepperoni), halved or quartered
  • 2 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
  • 2 oz Gouda or Brie, cut into small cubes
  • 1/2 cup seedless red or green grapes
  • 8–10 small crackers per cup (Ritz, water crackers, or pretzel crisps)
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries (Craisins)
  • 4–5 small fresh rosemary sprigs
  • 1/4 cup roasted and salted almonds or walnuts
  • 1/4 cup pitted olives (Castelvetrano preferred)

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and set them on the counter. (2 minutes)
  2. Tear prosciutto into rough 2-3 inch pieces. Cut salami slices in half or quarters. (2 minutes)
  3. Cube cheddar and Gouda into 1/2-inch bite-sized pieces. If using Brie, leave rind on or remove as desired. (2 minutes)
  4. Layer the cups: Place a small handful of crackers at the bottom of each cup. Add a few pieces of prosciutto and salami, tucking them around the sides. (2 minutes)
  5. Add cheese cubes, 2-3 grapes per cup, dried cranberries, and a few nuts. (2 minutes)
  6. Garnish with an olive or two (if using) and a small rosemary sprig in each cup. (1 minute)
  7. Serve immediately at room temperature, or refrigerate if not serving within 30 minutes.

Notes

To prevent soggy crackers, place them on top of other ingredients instead of at the bottom. For a warm version, bake in oven-safe cups at 350°F for 5-7 minutes until cheese melts. Make-ahead: prep ingredients a day ahead and assemble just before serving. For a vegetarian version, skip meat and add extra cheese, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, and cucumber slices.

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Keywords: charcuterie cups, Christmas appetizer, quick party snack, last-minute appetizer, holiday charcuterie, individual charcuterie cups

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