Red, White, and Blue Charcuterie Cups
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Red, White, and Blue Charcuterie Cups are a festive way to serve individual snacks at summer parties. Each cup is filled with a mix of meats, cheeses, fruits, and patriotic touches in bold red, white, and blue colors. They’re perfect for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or any warm-weather celebration!
Easy Patriotic Snack Cups
These Red, White, and Blue Charcuterie Cups are my go-to when I want a festive, grab-and-go snack that’s both colorful and crowd-pleasing. They’re the perfect mix of savory and sweet—think juicy strawberries, bold salami, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, and a fun patriotic twist with star-shaped fruit and cheese.
I love how the salty crunch of crackers pairs perfectly with fresh summer fruit for a refreshing and satisfying treat. Plus, they’re ridiculously easy to make—just slice, stack, and skewer everything into cute little cups, and you’re ready to serve!
Want to make the cutest Red, White, and Blue Charcuterie Cups? I’ve got all the tips to help you build a beautiful presentation. And don’t forget the fun shapes and skewers—those little details take these from snack to showstopper!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ingredients Needed
For a full list of ingredients and their measurements, please view the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Easy Substitutions And Additions
- Swap Monterey Jack for mozzarella, cheddar, or even Colby Jack.
- Try different fruits, such as raspberries, cherries, or grapes, if blueberries or strawberries aren’t available.
- Use pretzel sticks or breadsticks instead of crackers.
- Add small flags or patriotic-themed toothpicks.
Step by Step Guide
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
Slice and shape: Use a star cutter to cut six stars from both the cheese and the watermelon. Slice strawberries in half.
Make the salami skewers: Fold one slice of salami in half, then in half again. Skewer through the center. Repeat with a second slice, alternating folds to create a ruffled ribbon.
Add watermelon to skewers: Carefully skewer watermelon stars by pushing the skewer through one of the points to keep it looking nice.
Start assembling: Place one large cracker standing vertically toward the back of each plastic cup.
Trail mix base: Add trail mix to each cup, but save some for the final filling.
Insert skewers: Place a salami skewer on the right side and a watermelon skewer on the left. Use the remaining trail mix to help secure them in an upright position.
Add fruit: Spoon in blueberries and place a halved strawberry, cut side up, on the left side of each cup.
Top with cheese: Place a cheese star on top of the blueberries, next to the strawberry.
Chill: Refrigerate until ready to serve!
Serving Suggestions
These festive charcuterie cups are incredibly versatile and perfect for all your summer get-togethers! Here are some fun ways to serve them:
- Fourth of July parties – Arrange the cups on a tray lined with a flag-themed napkin for a patriotic touch.
- Poolside snacks – These single-serve cups are great for grabbing on the go—no soggy chips or messy dips!
- Picnics & BBQs – Pack them into a cooler and serve chilled alongside grilled burgers and fresh lemonade.
- Holiday brunch boards – Pair them with mini muffins, fruit kabobs, and mimosas for a festive spread.
- Kids’ parties – Swap in mild cheeses and fun-shaped crackers to make them little-kid friendly!
Want to elevate the look? Serve them in mini mason jars or stemless wine glasses for a more upscale vibe!
Tips for Success
- Use firm cheese and fresh watermelon to make cutting stars easier.
- To avoid sogginess, add crackers and delicate items just before serving.
- Serve cold for best results!
- Want to prep ahead? Assemble everything except the crackers and add those at the last minute.
Recipe FAQs
Can I make these ahead of time? Yes! You can assemble the cups (without the crackers) and refrigerate them up to 4 hours in advance. Add the crackers just before serving.
Can I use different meats? Absolutely! Try pepperoni, prosciutto, or even turkey slices.
How long do they last? These are best served within a few hours. If stored in the fridge, enjoy within 24 hours.
And that’s it! These Red, White, and Blue Charcuterie Cups are the no-stress, eye-catching snack that’s perfect for patriotic holidays, summer BBQs, or fun family picnics. Serve them chilled and watch them disappear—because who can resist a cup full of festive flavors?
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Red, White, and Blue Charcuterie Cups
Ingredients
- 6 large crackers
- 7 oz bag of trail mix Tropical mix is great, but use any kind you love
- 12 slices salami
- ½ inch thick slice of watermelon Enough to cut six stars
- 1 cup blueberries
- 3 strawberries Halved
- 2 oz Monterey Jack cheese Cut into six star shapes
Instructions
- Start by cutting 6 star shapes out of the cheese and watermelon. Then slice the strawberries in half.
- With a skewer handy, fold a slice of salami in half, then in half again. Stick a skewer through the center. Then repeat with a second slice of salami, alternating the position of the fold, so it looks like a “ribbon” of salami.
- Add the watermelon stars onto a skewer, making sure you poke through a “point” in the star first, so that is at the top.
- Add a cracker to the back of each cup.
- Add some trail mix to the 6 cups. Don’t use it all just yet, you will finish in the following steps.
- Set the salami skewer on the right, then the watermelon skewer on the left. Fill in to help secure the skewers with the rest of the trail mix, divided between the 6 cups.
- Now add blueberries to each cup.
- Set a strawberry, cut side up on the left.
- Place the cheese star on top of the blueberries next to the strawberry.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, is intended to serve as an estimate only, and is provided for informational purposes. The accuracy of nutritional information is not guaranteed.
