Easy Charcuterie Skewers (Gluten-Free)
These fun and easy charcuterie skewers are everything you love about a classic charcuterie board on individual sticks. Practical, impressive, and delicious, these antipasto kabobs make the perfect appetizer or finger food at gatherings!
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Our Favorite Appetizer – Made into Skewers!
Whenever we have friends over for a dinner party, I almost always prepare a charcuterie board. The reason is simple – it looks impressive and is an extremely tasty appetizer that comes together in minutes!
All you need is to display the cheeses and deli meats in a beautiful and artistic fashion..that’s all!
And now we can also recreate this appetizer into charcuterie board skewers!! (I mean, how ingenious is this idea??). Serve this tasty cocktail snack at your next party and I’m sure your guests are gonna love it!
Why You’ll Love this Recipe:
- Simple Ingredients: The handful of ingredients required for these appetizer kabobs are easily accessible at the local grocery store (nothing fancy required!).
- Easy to Make: No cooking required, these skewers are ready with just 10 minutes of hands-on prep.
- Totally Gluten-Free: I’ve use gluten-free cheese and pepperoni to keep these easy antipasto skewers 100% gluten-free, which means that even those with Celiac disease or gluten or lactose intolerances can enjoy them without issues!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Here’s a visual overview of the ingredients required for these charcuterie skewers recipe.
(For exact measurements, please scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.)
Recipe Notes + Substitutions:
- Types of Cheeses:Â Use the type of cheese you prefer, but generally I recommend using firm or semi-hard cheeses like aged cheddar, gouda, manchego, or mini brie that hold their shape. Alternatively, you may also use mozzarella balls if you prefer a softer cheese that still holds its shape.
- Types of Deli Meats: I used pepperoni, but any type of sturdy meat such as salami, prosciutto or chorizo will work fine too (you want a variety of meat that doesn’t fall apart easily).
- Pickles: I used cornichons (baby cucumber pickles) to add a bit of acidity to balance out the meats and cheeses. If the pickles you have are too big, simply cut them into smaller bite-sized pieces.
- Olives: You can use either black or green olives, just make sure to remove the pits so it makes the olives easier to eat.
- Cherry Tomatoes and Peppers: Both the cherry tomatoes and red drop peppers add a nice bright red color and sweet flavor to the charcuterie kabobs. Feel free to use whichever you prefer.
How to Make Charcuterie Skewers:
Prepare Cheeses: Cut the cheese into even 1/2-inch cubes.
Assemble Charcuterie Skewers:Â Prepare 8 bamboo skewer or kabob sticks. Poke a piece of gouda into each stick, followed by a cornichon, folded pepperoni slice, a pitted olive, a cherry tomato or a roasted red pepper, and finish with a cube of cheddar.
Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the individual charcuterie skewers on a large cutting board, garnished with fresh herbs (such as fresh rosemary sprigs or basil leaves for color). Serve immediately for a fresh, tasty appetizer or snack. These are perfect for entertaining or a quick no-cook treat.
Dish by Dish Tips:
- Gluten-Free:Â I used gluten-free pepperoni and cheeses to keep this antipasto skewers recipe gluten-free. However, if you are not Celiac or gluten-intolerant, use the type of meat or cheese that you want.
- Prep Ahead: You can easily prepare these antipasto skewers up to 4 hours ahead of time, then cover them with plastic wrap or place in an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Serve These Appetizer Kabobs With:
Other Gluten-Free Appetizers You’ll Enjoy:
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Easy Charcuterie Skewers (Gluten-Free)
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 skewers 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
These fun and easy charcuterie skewers are everything you love about a charcuterie board on individual sticks. Practical, impressive, and delicious, these antipasto kabobs make the perfect appetizer or finger food at gatherings!
Ingredients
- 3 ounces gouda, cut into 8 cubes
- 3 ounces cheddar, cut into 8 cubes
- 8 slices pepperoni
- 8 cornichons (baby cucumber pickles)
- 8 olives, pitted
- 4 cherry tomatoes
- 4 roasted sweet red drop peppers
Instructions
- Prepare Cheeses: Cut the cheese into even 1/2-inch cubes. (TIP: Choose a variety of cheeses—firm, soft, mild, or sharp—to create contrast in flavor and texture.)
- Assemble Charcuterie Skewers: Prepare 8 skewer sticks. Poke a piece of gouda into each stick, followed by a cornichon, folded pepperoni slice, a pitted olive, a cherry tomato or a roasted red pepper, and finish with a cube of cheddar.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the charcuterie skewers on a serving board, garnished with fresh basil leaves for color. Serve immediately for a fresh, tasty appetizer or snack. These are perfect for entertaining or a quick no-cook treat.
Notes
Types of Cheeses: Use the type of cheese you prefer, but generally I recommend using firm or semi-firm cheeses like aged cheddar, gouda, manchego, or brie that hold their shape.
Types of Deli Meats: I used pepperoni, but any type of sturdy meat such as salami, prosciutto or chorizo will work fine too (you want sturdy meat that doesn’t fall apart easily).
Pickles: I used cornichons (baby cucumber pickles) to add a bit of acidity to balance out the meats and cheeses. If the pickles you have are too big, simply cut them into smaller bite-sized pieces.
Olives: You can use either black or green olives, just make sure to remove the pits so it makes the olives easier to eat.
Cherry Tomatoes and Peppers: Both the cherry tomatoes and red drop peppers add a nice bright red color and sweet flavor to the charcuterie kabobs. Feel free to use whichever you prefer.
Gluten-Free: I used gluten-free pepperoni and cheeses to keep this antipasto skewers recipe gluten-free. However, if you are not Celiac or gluten-intolerant, go ahead and use the type of meat or cheese that you want.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Category: Appetizers
