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    Home » Recipes » Charcuterie » How to Make Charcuterie Cones

    How to Make Charcuterie Cones

    November 10, 2022 By Chandice | 1 Comment | Updated November 10, 2022

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    Making our charcuterie cones is the perfect way to have a charcuterie board on the go. They are a fun way to change up the traditional cheese board, and they are adorable!

    Grab some of your favorite meats, cheeses, crackers, and fruits to make a beautiful charcuterie cone. It is super easy and fun to make.

    Charcuterie foods (meat, olives, blackberries, raspberries, cheese, crackers, and greenery) put into a brown cone.

    You have to have these charcuterie cones at your next event. I mean, come on, they’re so cute. They take everything on a charcuterie board and put it in adorable hand-held cones.

    These individual charcuterie cones are perfect for parties because guests can hold the cone and snack on it as they socialize. A cone makes it a lot easier to carry food.

    It’s a quick grab and they don’t have to worry about carrying around a plate. How cute and convenient would this be with our birthday charcuterie board recipe?

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    What do you put in a charcuterie cone?

    The first question you may ask if what is charcuterie? Charcuterie is usually on a board and contains meats, cheeses, crackers, and fruits.

    Charcuterie Cones ingredients on a plate


    However, you can add whatever you want to the board depending on the theme of the event. If you have never made one before, I recommend our easy charcuterie board which is perfect for beginners.

    Anything you put on a charcuterie board can go into a charcuterie cone. So think of fresh fruit, fresh herbs, artisan crackers, cured meats, and cheeses. There are many different flavors and combinations that can be used in a charcuterie cone.

    I have created a charcuterie board shopping list printable that will make shopping for this recipe so easy. And, the printable is free!

    Top tip: Use seasonal fruit for the best flavors. You will also be able to have different-themed cones throughout the year with different seasonal fruits.

    For example, you can have a Mexican charcuterie board where you use delicious Mexican flavors and spices, or you could have a pancake charcuterie board where it focuses on sweeter, breakfast flavors.

    How far in advance can you make them?

    Except for fruit that needs to be sliced, you can make them 24 hours before when you are planning to serve them. You can arrange the cones how you want, wrap them in plastic wrap, then store them in the fridge 24 hours ahead of time.

    Depending on how much fruit you need to add, pull out the charcuterie cones a few minutes before guests arrive. If you have a lot of fruit to add, take them out earlier so you can arrange the freshly cut fruit to your liking.

    What kind of paper do you use for charcuterie cones?

    I love to buy disposable charcuterie cones since I am more BIY (buy it yourself) then DIY (do it yourself) but you can also make them. Simple cut out thick paper into circles then cut a slit half way up one and roll into a cone and secure.

    One great thing about these adorable charcuterie cones is there will be little to no cleanup. Disposable cone holders can be thrown away, making less dishes for you to wash.

    Another thing I love is that you can get different patterns and designs to make a beautiful cone. So for Valentine’s Day, you could get cute red and pink paper cones for Valentine’s charcuterie cones.

    Autumnal colors for a Thanksgiving charcuterie cone. Then red and green cones for a Christmas charcuterie cone. The options are endless!

    When should I make charcuterie cones?

    You can make charcuterie cones for any and all events. I have come up with charcuterie board recipes that you can use for almost every event you can think of.

    Check out our best charcuterie boards for all of the tasty recipes you have to try. Our Super Bowl charcuterie board is a huge hit for football Sunday because it’s easy to snack on and it only takes 20 minutes to make.

    If we’re having a ton of people over, I will usually put together a grazing table or charcuterie table (there is a difference) as it works better for a large amount of people.

    Want to celebrate the summer season? Check out our summer charcuterie board. You can also make these individual charcuterie boxes as an activity to keep your kids entertained during summer break (they are fun to deliver to their friends).

    I love our Halloween charcuterie board because it is so spooky and so tasty. I also love our small charcuterie board for smaller parties or even just for a late night snack.

    There are also dessert charcuterie boards, like our cookie charcuterie board. These cookies are so good and they are adorable. This board is aesthetically pleasing so it’s ALMOST too pretty to eat.

    Charcuterie Cones making salami on a toothpick

    How to make them

    • Step 1: Get four charcuterie cones and place 2 ounces of cured meats on a pick as well as some olives on another pick inside

    • Step 2: Add 2 ounces of cheese, crackers and some honeycomb if you’d like (I highly recommend it)

    • Step 3: Finish by adding in fresh berries or fruit and the green herbs to give it a live, effervescent look if you’d like
    Charcuterie Cones in a cone in a jar
    Are there dairy-free options?

    Yes! We have a delicious vegan charcuterie board that is perfect for those who do not or cannot eat dairy. You can also substitute any cheese in any charcuterie board recipe for dairy-free cheese (or omit cheese in general).

    Are there gluten-free options?

    Of course, there are! I love our gluten-free charcuterie board, especially because I have celiac disease. We use the best gluten-free crackers and pretzels. You can always switch out crackers in any charcuterie board for gluten-free options or don’t use crackers at all.

    How to store the leftovers

    Leftovers deli meat, cheeses and fruits can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Crackers and treats can be places into bags or containers and kept at room temperature.

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    How to Make Charcuterie Cones

    Charcuterie Cones in a hand
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    Making our charcuterie cones is the perfect way to have a charcuterie board on the go. They are a fun way to change up the way to have a cheese board, and they are adorable.
    Grab some of your favorite meats, cheeses, crackers, and fruits to make a beautiful charcuterie cone. It is super easy and fun to make!
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    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Total Time: 10 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: charcuterie
    Servings: 4 cones
    Calories: 702kcal

    Ingredients

    • 8 ounces Cured meats
    • 8 Olives
    • 4 ounces Crackers (we use gluten-free)
    • 8 ounces Cheese
    • 4 ounces Honeycomb, honey or chocolates
    • 4 ounces Berries or other fresh fruit optional
    • Fresh greenery for esthetic  optional

    Instructions

    • Step 1: Get four charcuterie cones and place 2 ounces of cured meats on a pick as well as some olives on another pick inside
    • Step 2: Add 2 ounces of cheese, crackers and some honeycomb if you'd like (I highly recommend it)
    • Step 3: Finish by adding in fresh berries or fruit and the green herbs to give it a live, effervescent look if you'd like

    Notes

    Are there dairy-free options?

    Yes! We have a delicious vegan charcuterie board that is perfect for those who do not or cannot eat dairy. You can also substitute any cheese in any charcuterie board recipe for dairy-free cheese (or omit cheese in general).

    Are there gluten-free options?

    Of course, there are! I love our gluten-free charcuterie board, especially because I have celiac disease. We use the best gluten-free crackers and pretzels. You can always switch out crackers in any charcuterie board for gluten-free options or don’t use crackers at all.

    How to store the leftovers

    Leftovers deli meat, cheeses and fruits can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Crackers and treats can be places into bags or containers and kept at room temperature.
    Top tip: Use seasonal fruits to have the best flavors. You will also be able to have different-themed cones throughout the year with different seasonal fruits.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cone | Calories: 702kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 1904mg | Potassium: 322mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 581IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 456mg | Iron: 2mg

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    1. Lucy says

      November 14, 2022 at 5:28 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a great idea! I did this for a birthday party and it was a huge hit!

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