Lunchable Charcuterie Board Recipe
This lunchable charcuterie board recipe is a unique lunch idea everyone will enjoy. I’ve improved the classic lunchable concept to make an easy-to-customize spread suitable for any occasion. Add this to your list of different charcuterie board recipes to make!
The board has crackers, deli meats, cheeses, fruits, dips, and some sweet treats, making it a well-rounded meal full of familiar favorites!
This colorful spread transports me to those childhood lunchroom trades and after-school snacks. The mix of textures, flavors, and options laid out so beautifully will make mealtime exciting for eaters of all ages!
Lunchable Charcuterie Board Recipe
The key to making a Lunchable-inspired charcuterie board is balancing flavors and textures.
I love pairing salty deli meats with creamy cheeses and crunchy crackers. Thanks to the fresh grapes and apple slices, the dish has a sweet element. And let’s face it, who wants to finish off their meal with something other than mini candy bars?
This board has many options, so picky eaters can stick to their comfort zone, while adventurous types can create fun flavor combinations. Whenever I present new foods in this fun, buffet-style format, my pickiest eaters are likelier to try them.
The beauty of this recipe is its flexibility. You can easily swap out ingredients based on what you have on hand or your family’s preferences. Don’t have bologna? Use extra turkey or ham. No grapes? Throw on some berries instead.
What’s your favorite part of a traditional Lunchable, and how would you incorporate it into this charcuterie board?
For me, it’s always been about the little stacks you can make with the crackers, meat, and cheese. I love recreating that experience on a larger scale with this board. The circular cut-outs of meat and cheese make building those perfect little bites easy.
I also like how this board offers more options than a usual Lunchable. Including fresh fruits and veggies gives you a more balanced meal. Adding dips like marinara and cheese sauce brings extra flavors that kids and adults enjoy.
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Make it a Meal:
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Vegetable Side: Grilled Peach Salad with Grapefruit Vinaigrette
Starch Side: Paska Easter Bread Recipe
Refreshing Drink: Pink Grapefruit Martini Recipe (Alcohol-Free!)
Don’t forget Dessert: No Churn Smores Ice Cream Recipe
Best Finger Food Recipes: Easy Grab-and-Go Snacks
After you’ve mastered this grown-up Lunchable board, why not try some other fun finger foods? These recipes are perfect for parties, picnics, or just jazzing up your regular snack routine!
Try my Easy Mini Corn Dogs Recipe. It’s the perfect carnival-inspired treat!
Want something a bit fancier? These Strawberry Caprese Skewers are so pretty you’ll almost feel bad eating them. Almost!
Ham and Cheese Pinwheels are always a hit with the kiddos. They’re easy to make and even easier to eat!
Spice things up with some Taco Stuffed Peppers. They’re like mini tacos in veggie form!
These cute Mini Lemon Pies are the perfect two-bite dessert for your sweet tooth.
You won’t be able to stop at just one bite of my Bacon Water Chestnut Bites – they’re crispy, savory, and addicting.
It’s simple, but kids love Pizza Quesadillas because it combines two favorite foods!
How can you use leftover ingredients from this Snack Charcuterie Board?
Plenty of fun and tasty ways exist to use any leftovers from your charcuterie board. Here are a few ideas!
- Make a tasty quesadilla or grilled sandwich with the leftover meats and cheeses. Add some of the leftover marinara sauce for a pizza-inspired twist!
- Crush up the remaining crackers and use them as a base for a no-bake cheesecake or a topping for ice cream.
- Combine any leftover fruits with yogurt to create a healthy breakfast parfait. For a bit of indulgence, add crumbled Oreos.
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Lunchable Charcuterie Board Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 Ounce(s) Bologna
- 6 Ounce(s) Turkey
- 6 Ounce(s) Ham
- Crackers
- Tortilla Round Chips
- Cheddar Cheese
- Vacherin Cheese
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- Marinera Sauce
- Cheese Dip
- Grapes
- Apples Slices
- Oreos
- Fun Size Reeses Kit Kat, Hershey’s (or candy bars of your choice)
Instructions
- Put the flour tortillas on a flat surface. Press the large round cookie cutter into the tortilla to cut it into circles.
- Lay out the bologna on a clean surface and use a round cookie cutter close to a cracker’s size. Cut circles out of the bologna. Repeat for the ham and turkey.
- Cut the cheeses into squares to match the size of the crackers.
- Put the crackers, chips, and tortilla circles in the upper corner of the board. Made two horizontal rows of crackers that ends in the middle of the board.
- Below the crackers, add two rows of chips.
- Under the chips, layer the tortillas at the bottom of the board.
- Make a vertical row of the meat circles next to the crackers.
- Layer the cheese squares next to the chips underneath the meats.
- Place the shredded cheese below the cheddar cheese.
- Add a pile of pepperoni under the Vacherin cheese.
- Place a bunch of grapes and a few apple slices near the tortilla.
- Pour the marinara and cheese sauce into different bowls, then put them in the lower corner of the board.
- Add the chocolates and Oreos in the empty space in the upper corner of the board.
- Pour the juice into pouches and add a yellow straw.
Nutrition
Elevate your childhood favorite now and create a shared dining experience that everyone will love. Get creative with your combinations, and enjoy!
