Description
Turn your holiday table into a festive wonderland with these adorable and delicious Charcuterie Tree Skewers Party! This quick appetizer is a no-cook holiday snack idea that layers salami, cheese, and pickles into a fun Christmas tree shape, topped with a cheddar star. Perfect for party finger food, Christmas potlucks, easy entertaining, and festive food ideas when you want something impressive but stress-free.
Ingredients
12 slices cheddar cheese (star toppers)
12 slices white cheese (mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or provolone)
12 slices salami
6 mini pickles (cut in halves if large)
12 toothpicks or small skewers
1 tsp dried herbs (parsley or dill, optional garnish)
Instructions
1. Slice cheddar into thick slices and cut out stars using a small star-shaped cutter.
2. Cut white cheese into even squares for stacking.
3. Cut mini pickles in half lengthwise if they are too thick.
4. Fold each salami slice to create a fuller base layer.
5. Stack on each skewer in this order: salami, white cheese, pickle, repeating until it looks like a tree.
6. Gently press a cheddar star onto the top of each skewer.
7. Arrange skewers upright on a platter; trim skewer bottoms if needed for stability.
8. Sprinkle dried herbs around the platter for a festive finish.
9. Chill until serving time, then serve cold for best texture.
Notes
Keep ingredients cold before assembling for cleaner cutting and better stacking.
Pat pickles dry so the cheese doesn’t slide and the skewers stay neat.
Assemble the same day for the freshest look and best crunch.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Holiday / American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: holiday snack, charcuterie skewers, Christmas appetizer, festive finger food, easy recipe, party food ideas