Perfect Cornucopia Charcuterie Cups Recipe for Thanksgiving
These Perfect Cornucopia Charcuterie Cups are bite-sized edible cornucopias filled with colorful, delicious charcuterie treats, making them a festive and customizable Thanksgiving appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Wonton wrappers
- Olive oil spray
- Assorted cured meats (e.g., prosciutto, salami, pepperoni)
- Cheese cubes (e.g., cheddar, gouda, pepper jack)
- Mini crackers or pretzel sticks
- Fresh fruits (e.g., grapes, cranberries, apple slices)
- Nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, pecans)
- Optional extras: olives, pickles, dried fruit, honey, jam
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly spray the muffin tin with olive oil and press a wonton wrapper into each muffin cup to form a cone or cup shape. Twist the bottom slightly for a horn-like appearance.
- Using a basting brush, lightly coat each wonton wrapper with olive oil.
- Bake the wonton wrappers in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Monitor closely to prevent burning.
- Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the wonton cups cool completely.
- Cut cheese, meats, and fruits into small cubes or bite-sized pieces. Arrange ingredients in separate bowls for easy assembly.
- Fill the cooled wonton cups starting with a base layer of nuts or crackers, followed by cheese cubes, rolled meats, fruits, and other ingredients.
- Optionally garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary or thyme.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 hours. Add crackers just before serving to maintain crispness.
Notes
[‘Don’t overcrowd the cups; less is more when filling the wonton wrappers.’, ‘Store wonton cups separately from fillings if making ahead to keep them crispy.’, ‘Use fresh ingredients for better flavor and visual appeal.’, ‘Mix textures like soft cheese and crunchy nuts for a satisfying bite.’, ‘Experiment with colorful ingredients for a festive look.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120150
- Protein: 68
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