Individual Charcuterie Boxes

Individual charcuterie grazing box tied with twine.

5 from 2 votes

Individual Charcuterie Boxes

Individual Charcuterie Boxes (also known as grazing boxes) are loaded with sweet and savory treats that make great gifts for any occasion! Fill your grazing box with a variety of nuts, cheeses, fruits and chocolate...and watch the smiles appear!

Prep Time30

Cook Time0

Total Time30

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 510kcal

Author: Debi Morgan | Quiche My Grits

Equipment

Ingredients

Savory (makes 6 boxes)

8 ounce wheel white cheddar cheese (sliced in 6 wedges)
8 ounce block feta cheese (sliced)
8 ounces crackers (any type)
4 ounces cheese wafers
8 ounces almonds (any type)
8 ounces olives (any type)
2 cups baby carrots
6 each individual hummus containers (find at Aldi)
8 ounces pistachios
8 ounces dried fruit (figs, cherries, apricots, etc.)

Sweet (makes 6 boxes)

6 each honey jars (filled with honey)
6 each honey dippers
6 each coconut macaroons (or other cookie)
36 each lemon wafers
24 each thin pretzel chips
6 pieces toffee
6 pieces brownies
6 ounces chile spiced pineapple
6 ounces coconut almonds
2 cups seedless grapes
½ cup blackberries

Instructions

Gather all of your ingredients, boxes and supplies. Line them up side by side.
If including honey, prep the jars by using a funnel to pour the honey in the jars. Wipe clean with a wet cloth and close lid tightly.
Place the largest item in the box first and work around it. (like honey or hummus).
Start at the left corner and line up the straight edged items (like crackers and cookies) down the left side of each box.
Continue adding other foods until the left side is filled, then begin at the top right and work your way down until the entire box is complete. Fill in any empty spots with nuts or dried fruit.
Add a honey dipper or sprig of fresh rosemary for decoration. See photos in recipe post for more ideas.
Put lid on box and tie it up with twine! Add a charm if you like, or garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary.

Notes

Ingredients will make 6 savory and 6 sweet 5 x 5 inch charcuterie boxes for a total of 12.
See recipe notes on where to find supplies and individual boxes, as well as tips and pics.
Make any substitutions you wish.
You may have some food items left over. Feel free to assemble more boxes or use the extras for snacks.
Each box serves 1 person. Larger boxes serve more.
Boxes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. However, do not add crackers or bread products until ready to serve or they will get soggy in the fridge.
View the Google Web Story for Individual Charcuterie Boxes!

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