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Charcuterie Snack Boxes
Author:
Ashley Leonard
Learn how to build beautiful individual charcuterie boxes with the right balance of cheese, meat, and accompaniments. Perfect for parties, gifts, showers, lunches, and easy entertaining.
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Prep Time:
20
minutes
mins
Total Time:
20
minutes
mins
Course:
Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
charcuterie boxes, cheese box, how to make charcuterie boxes, individual charcuterie, snack boxes
Servings:
1
box
Equipment
Disposable box with lid
between 4x4 and 5x5 inches
Ingredients
3
oz.
cheese
For best variety, include a mix like brie or goat cheese (soft), havarti, cheddar or gouda (sliceable), and parmesan or aged cheddar (firm).
1.5-2
oz.
cured or smoked meats
Salami, prosciutto, or summer sausage
1-2
savory accompaniments
Nuts, olives, or pickles
2-3
sweet accompaniments
Fresh or dried fruit, chocolate, honey or jam
6-8
crackers
Packaged separately
Instructions
Assemble boxes if needed and line with parchment or wax paper.
Cut and portion cheeses and meats for easy assembly.
Place cheeses in the box first, spacing them out evenly.
Fold or tuck meats around the cheeses.
Add sweet and savory items to fill the box, creating a variety of colors and textures.
Package crackers in a separate bag to keep them fresh.
Notes
For more detailed tips, variations, and step-by-step guidance, be sure to check out the full post above.