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Christmas Tree Salami

Delicious Christmas Tree Salami Appetizers for Holiday Cheer

Delight your guests with Christmas Tree Salami appetizers, combining savory salami and creamy cheeses into a festive centerpiece.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 appetizers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tree Structure
  • 1 large pickle Adds crunch; can substitute with cornichons or pretzel sticks.
  • 10 slices salami Main savory flavor; can substitute with pepperoni, prosciutto, or ham.
For the Decorations
  • 4 oz cheddar cheese For the star on top; can alternate with Colby Jack or mozzarella.
  • 4 oz white cheese Use mozzarella or another soft cheese for snowflakes.
Optional Variations
  • 5 slices pepperoni Change up the meat for a different taste.
  • 1 cup mozzarella pearls Use instead of cheese sticks for a fun twist.

Equipment

  • wooden skewers
  • cookie cutters

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting four star shapes from your cheddar cheese using a star-shaped cookie cutter. Create around five snowflake cutouts from the white cheese using a smaller round cutter. Arrange them on a plate for easy access.
  2. Slice the pickle lengthwise into quarters to form the 'tree trunk.' Pat the slices dry to remove excess moisture.
  3. Pierce a pickle quarter onto a skewer, then fold a slice of salami and stack it on the skewer, alternating sides. Aim for four to five slices per skewer.
  4. Add additional layers of folded salami slices on the skewer to create shorter tiers. Finish the top with a cheddar cheese star.
  5. Arrange the skewers upright on a serving platter, resembling tree trunks. Scatter the white cheese snowflakes around them for a festive centerpiece.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appetizerCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

High-quality meats enhance flavor. Assemble skewers close to serving time for best presentation. Consider adding cherry tomatoes or olives as decorations.

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