These colorful charcuterie skewers are everything you love about a classic charcuterie board, with fruit, cheese, and meat all in a convenient handheld style.
When hosting a gathering, packing snacks for a picnic, or looking for fun finger foods, I’ve found that these skewers are a simple and delicious way to serve appetizers without the need for extra plates or utensils.

Easy charcuterie skewers
Each skewer is loaded with a balanced mix of savory and sweet bites. From juicy grapes and fresh berries to salty salami and creamy cheese, these fruit and meat skewers are sure to keep guests coming back for more.
They’re quick to make, easy to customize, and perfect for everything from holiday parties to backyard cookouts.
Looking for more fun and festive party ideas? Try these rainbow fruit skewers for a colorful fruit-only option, or check out this wreath charcuterie board for a holiday-inspired centerpiece.

Recipe Highlights
Perfect for Parties: Great for potlucks, birthdays, picnics, and holiday spreads.
Handheld and Mess-Free: These snack skewers are easy to grab and enjoy without needing utensils.
Allows variety: Use your favorite meats, cheeses, and fruits based on what’s in season or on hand.
Kid and Adult Friendly: Fun for little hands and elegant enough for grown-up gatherings.

Ingredients
Here’s a simple list of ingredients to build your fruit, cheese and meat skewers, feel free to swap based on your preferences:
- Cured Meats: Salami, prosciutto, or pepperoni all work well. Fold or roll slices for easy skewering or make salamis roses if you want to be fancy.
- Cheese Cubes: Sharp cheddar, mozzarella balls, gouda, or pepper jack for a variety of flavors.
- Fresh Fruit: Grapes, strawberries, blackberries, apples, cucumbers or melon cubes for a touch of sweetness.
Other add ins to try
- Olives or Pickles: To add a nice salty contrast.
- Fresh Herbs: A few leaves of basil tucked between layers make them extra pretty.
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- Skewers or Toothpicks: Use small wooden skewers or cocktail sticks depending on your serving style.

How to make charcuterie skewers
Wash and dry the fruit, cube the cheese, and slice or fold meats as needed.
Thread a mix of meat, cheese, and fruit onto each skewer. Start with a grape or olive, then alternate cheese and meat, finishing with a a fruit or cheese.

Serve or Store: Arrange on a platter and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.


How to serve
These appetizer skewers work well alongside:
- A bowl of mixed nuts or trail mix
- Crackers or crostini with jam or mustard.
- A light salad or pasta salad for heartier spreads.
- Sparkling water, sangria, or wine for pairing

Storing
Store assembled skewers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
If using delicate fruits like strawberries, add them just before serving for best freshness.

Helpful Tips
- Use a mix of colors, textures, and flavors on each skewer.
- Toss apple cubes in lemon juice to keep it from browning.
- You can prep the ingredients a day in advance and assemble the skewers a few hours before your event.
- Use Firm Fruits. Grapes, melon, and firm berries are best so they stay in place on the skewers.
- Make smaller snack sticks with toothpicks for bite-sized appetizers.
FAQs
Yes, they hold up well in the fridge overnight. Just keep them covered and avoid adding soft fruits or herbs until just before serving.
Grapes, apples, strawberries, blackberries, and melon pair beautifully with most cheeses and cured meats.
They’re fine at room temperature for about an hour. If serving outside on a hot day, keep them chilled until ready to serve.
Absolutely! Swap out the meat for extra fruit, marinated veggies, or grilled tofu cubes for a meatless alternative.

Try these charcuterie skewers today!
Charcuterie skewers are a fun and fuss-free way to serve up a tasty combination of fruit, cheese, and meat in a portable, eye-catching way.
Whether you’re building a snack platter or making party appetizers, these handheld skewers are easy to prep with a combination that's full of flavor.
They’re also customizable so go ahead and mix and match your favorites!

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How to make Charcuterie Skewers
Equipment
- Wooden skewers (or reusable picks)
Ingredients
- 1 medium cucumber (cut into chunks)
- ½ cup green grapes
- ½ cup Colby Jack cheese (cubed)
- 10 slices deli ham (or turkey slices)
- 10 slices pepperoni (and or salami)
- 1 apple (cut into chunks)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (to toss the apple chunks in)
Instructions
- Cut all ingredients into small, bite-sized portions.
- Toss the apple chunks in lemon juice to keep them from turning brown due to oxidation.
- Arrange a variety of meats, cheeses, and fruits on each skewer in any combination you prefer.
- Repeat the process until you’ve used up all the ingredients.
- Transfer to a platter or board and serve.
Notes
- Pair with crackers to turn your skewers into a more satisfying snack spread.
- Store in the fridge until it’s time to serve.
- If using apples, make sure to toss the apple chunks in lemon juice keep them from turning brown.