Charcuterie Skewers are a fun twist on a party classic. Make entertaining easy with cheese, deli meat, and mini dill pickles, or use your favorite charcuterie additions instead.
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Why this Charcuterie Skewer Recipe is a Keeper
These charcuterie skewers make the perfect appetizer. They’re easy to make, with mini pickles, cheese cubes, and your favorite variety of meat. Mix and match ingredients to make these skewers according to your guests’ preferences and serve them on a platter or board for a great presentation. Here are a few reasons why you’ll want to try this easy charcuterie appetizer:
- 20 Minute Appetizer: It only takes 20 minutes to make these easy antipasto skewers.
- Adaptable: Switch out the ingredients in these appetizer skewers with all your favorite cheeses, meats, or even fruits.
- Easy to Serve: These antipasta skewers are a fun way to impress your guests when arranged on a decorative platter or cutting board at your next party or gathering.
- Crowd-Pleaser: These charcuterie skewers are the perfect holiday appetizer, making them ideal for entertaining.
What Does Charcuterie Mean?
“Charcuterie” is a catch-all term for processed meats, like smoked meats, ham, sausages, and more. However, a charcuterie board often includes meats, cheeses, crackers, fruits or vegetables, or sometimes even chocolate.
Ingredient Notes to Make Charcuterie Skewers
- Pepperoni: Use thinly-sliced pepperoni to make the charcuterie kabobs.
- Cheddar Cheese: Make sure to use cubed cheddar cheese. Feel free to try different varieties, like sharp cheddar or white cheddar. If you’re using a large block of cheese, make sure to cut them into bite sized pieces for these mini charcuterie skewers.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Prep Ahead Suggestions for Caprese Skewers with Salami
- Make Ahead: Cut your ingredients into bite-sized pieces and store in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
Special Equipment Needed for this Easy Appetizer
- Wooden Skewers: Thread the charcuterie ingredients onto bamboo skewers for easy entertaining. 12 inch skewers are often ideal to serve on a typical board.
Charcuterie Kabobs Pro Tip
Consider the color and texture of your ingredients when assembling the skewers. You can also add a drizzle of honey or balsamic glaze for extra flavor and presentation.
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How to Make Charcuterie Sticks
These skewers are perfect when arranged on a cheeseboard. Use our suggestions or make the skewers using your favorite charcuterie bites. Follow the steps below to learn how to make these easy meat and cheese skewers, ready to serve at your next party.
These are the basic steps for how to make these charcuterie skewers. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
1. Thread the Meat onto Skewers
Fold the slices of meat in half, then in half again. Then, slide the pepperoni and salami onto a stick. Afterwards, add the cheese.
2. Layer
Layer the meat, then another piece of cheese, until you reach the top of the stick. Top with Babybel cheese and a mini dill pickle. Repeat with the remaining sticks.
How to Store Leftover Charcuterie
- Storing: These charcuterie appetizer skewers are best eaten fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator, or cover with plastic wrap. They should be good for 1-2 days.
Variations and Substitutions for Easy Charcuterie Skewers
- Fruit: Add fruit to your skewers, such as grapes or strawberries.
- Herbs: Garnish the skewers with herbs, such as fresh basil leaves.
- Meats and Cheeses: Add different meats or different flavors of salami, like prosciutto or sausage, or use your favorite cheese, like mozzarella balls.
- Tortellini Skewers: Add cheese tortellini onto the skewers, then serve on a classic charcuterie board.
- Olives: Top the skewers with green olives or black olives instead of pickles. You can also add other vegetables, like cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, or artichoke hearts.
Charcuterie on a Stick FAQs
If you love this recipe, try serving it with our marinated cheese, deviled eggs, or baked cheese dip.
This recipe calls for cubed cheddar cheese, but you can also use pepper jack or any kind of hard or semisoft cheese.
It is not recommended to freeze these skewers. However, they can be refrigerated in an airtight container.
Expert Tips and Reasons to Love this Recipe
- Balance: Aim for a balance of flavors and textures in each skewer. Consider olives or different flavors of salami or even fresh basil.
- Size: Cut ingredients into bite-sized pieces to make them easier to eat.
- Presentation: Arrange the ingredients on the skewers in an aesthetically pleasing manner, and serve on a grazing board.
- Variety: Experiment with different combinations to find your favorites.
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Charcuterie Skewers
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Cheddar Cheese, cut into large cubes
- 6 ounces Salami, thinly sliced
- 6 ounces Pepperoni, thinly sliced
- 6 Babybel Cheese Pieces
- 6 Dill Pickles, mini
Instructions
- Fold each slice of meat in half, then in half again. Slide one slice of pepperoni and one slice of salami on the stick.
- Slide one cube of cheese on top of the meat.
- Continue layering meat and cheese along the middle of the stick.
- Top the stick with a piece of Babybel cheese and a mini pickle.
Christina’s Notes
- Balance: Aim for a balance of flavors and textures in each skewer.
- Size: Cut ingredients into bite-sized pieces to make them easier to eat.
- Presentation: Arrange the ingredients on the skewers in an aesthetically pleasing manner, and serve on a grazing board.
- Variety: Experiment with different combinations to find your favorites.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, scroll up on the page.
I’m trying to come up with ideas for a retirement open house. I had thought of offering a charcuterie board, but think this idea might be a winner. It would help if I could assemble the skewers the night before, cover and refrigerate them until the event the next day. Would this be an issue?
That should work!
These are officially my husband’s new favorite skewers. All his favorite snack foods in one. l love how easy they are to put together.
This is a super fun idea. Thanks for sharing!