April 5, 2023
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Charcuterie boards shouldn’t be limited to just adults - get the kids in on the fun! Because of the easy snack-ability, the concept of a charcuterie board is perfect for kids. Not to mention, you can pick and choose what you grab to eat, making it perfect for picky eaters. Whether you want to make a fun after school snack, switch up your dinner-time strategy, or serve it at a party, kid’s charcuterie boards can be used for a variety of occasions and can adapt to even the pickiest of eaters.
So, let’s talk about what ingredients to use, how to build the board, and inspo for serving kid’s charcuterie boards.
Kid’s Charcuterie Board Ingredients
Because kids can tend to be picky eaters, your usual charcuterie array might have to make some kid-friendly swaps. The great news is that charcuterie boards can actually be a nutritious way for kids to get some fruits, veggies, and protein in their diet.
It can be helpful to pick a few ingredients from each food group and go from there, so you know you’re creating a well-balanced board.
Here are some ideas of what to include:
Protein
Ham slices
Turkey slices
Pepperoni slices
Salami slices
Chicken nuggets
Hard boiled eggs
Fruits
Apple slices
Banana slices
Pineapple
Clementines
Strawberries
Raspberries
Blueberries
Blackberries
Mango slices
Orange slices
Grapes
Sliced melon
Kiwi slices
Pear slices
Peach slices
Apricot slices
Dried mango
Dried blueberries
Dried cranberries
Dried pineapple
Dried apple
Dried strawberries
Raisins
Dried figs
Veggies
Carrot sticks
Sliced cucumber
Sugar snap peas
Celery sticks
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Sliced bell peppers
Mini peppers
Baby tomatoes
Dips
Ranch
Hummus
Peanut butter
Guacamole
Salsa
Jam
Cheese
Swiss cheese
Cheddar cheese
Pepper jack cheese
Cheese sticks
Carbs
Tortilla chips
Popcorn
Pita chips
Crackers (Wheat Thins, Ritz, Nut Thins)
Vanilla wafers
Graham crackers
Pretzels
Peanut butter filled pretzels
Extras
Pizza rolls
M&M’s
Skittles
Sour candies
Oreo cookies
Peanut butter cups
Mini cupcakes
Mini sandwiches (think PB&J, ham and cheese, etc.)
Tortilla roll-ups (think PB&J, ham and cheese, etc.)
There are endless possibilities and combinations based on the occasion that you are gearing your kid’s charcuterie board towards. Whether you want a healthy after-school snack, and include plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, or want to serve your board at a party and mix in some candy and cupcakes - there’s something for everyone!
Building a Kid’s Charcuterie Board
Building a kid’s charcuterie board is incredibly similar to creating a normal charcuterie board. When prepping ingredients, make sure they are bite size and easy to eat. When building the board, we like to start with bigger items - such as bowls of dip, and place them on the board. Then we like to add ingredients in clusters, rows, or lines. If you’d like to see some examples of how we lay out our boards, check out our picnic board, Trader Joe’s baby shower board, and our brunch board blogs.
Kid’s Charcuterie Board Inspiration
If you’re looking for some inspiration before taking on this charcuterie board project, here are some of our favorites:
Six Sisters’ Stuff Kid Friendly Charcuterie Board
Whisking Mama’s Charcuterie Board for Kids and Adults
Mom’s Dinner Kid’s Charcuterie Board
These gorgeous boards prove how simple and yummy kid’s charcuterie boards can be. Even though they are designed for kids, you might find yourself wanting to snag a few bites… we won’t judge!
If you create a Kid’s Charcuterie Board, we want to check it out! Tag us @mmmboards on Instagram and Facebook.
