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    Cuban Sandwich Appetizer Skewers

    Published: Apr 23, 2022 · Modified: Aug 31, 2022 · Amy Casey · 21 Comments

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    2 skewers with ham, Swiss cheese, salami, and a mini dill pickle

    Cuban Sandwich Appetizer Skewers. Fun to make and fun to eat! These cold appetizers on a stick with Swiss cheese, ham, Dijon mustard, salami, and baby dill pickles can be made in advance too. They are a crowd pleaser!

    Cuban sandwich appetizer skewers with ham, Swiss cheese, salami and dill pickle

    Cuban sandwich appetizer skewers

    Happy hour is one of my favorite hours of the day. Some of my favorite nibbles to have with a glass of wine are BLT Bites, Super Easy Antipasto Skewers, Spicy Deviled Eggs with Jalapenos, and these mini Cuban sandwich appetizers on a skewer. The flavors are a party on a stick! Nutty Swiss cheese, smoky ham with spicy mustard, salty salami and a dilly briny mini pickle are the perfect snack to go along with your favorite cocktail.

    what are Cuban sandwich appetizer skewers?

    Cuban sandwiches, like my Instant Pot version, are made with double the pork (tender shredded pork and salty deli ham), mild slightly sweet and nutty Swiss cheese, dilly pickles, and spicy Dijon mustard. They are pressed on airy ciabatta bread until crunchy and the cheese is a melty goodness. These Cuban Sandwich Appetizer Skewers have all the flavors of the traditional sandwich in a streamlined mini snack.

    ham, Swiss cheese, salami, dill pickles, mustard

    the ingredients for Cuban sandwich skewers

    These appetizers are a breeze to make and are always a crowd favorite. With just a few ingredients, they take just minutes to make. And best of all, they can be made in advance ~ up to 24 hours!

    • Swiss cheese
    • Ham
    • Salami
    • Baby dill pickles
    • Spicy Dijon mustard
    • 4 inch toothpicks

    how to make appetizer skewers

    • Prep the ingredients ~ Cube the Swiss cheese. Cut the ham slices into strips and spread with mustard. Roll up the ham strips. Fold the salami slices in quarters.
    • Thread the ingredients ~ On each toothpick, skewer a cheese cube, a ham roll up, a piece of salami folded in quarters, and a dill pickle.
    • Store in the refrigerator ~ Either cover the Cuban sandwich skewers with plastic wrap or store in an airtight container like these glass storage dishes. Store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

    These cold appetizers for a crowd are always a hit!

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    chef tips for making appetizer skewers

    • Prep the ingredients ~ For easy skewering, have all the ingredients prepped in advance. Cut the Swiss cheese in about 3/4 inch cubes. Slice the ham into strips, spread with a little mustard, and roll up. Fold the salami slices into quarters.
    • Use deli ham ~ A smoky tavern ham is my go-to for this recipe. Other options are honey glazed, Virginia ham, maple glazed, or pepper ham.
    • Choose the skewers wisely ~ 4 inch toothpicks are ideal for Cuban Sandwich Appetizer Skewers. Anything shorter and the ingredients will not on the stick.
    Cuban Sandwich Appetizer Skewers

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    2 skewers with ham, Swiss cheese, salami, and a mini dill pickle
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    2 Cuban sandwich appetizers

    Cuban Sandwich Appetizer Skewers


    5 from 10 reviews

    • Author: amycaseycooks
    • Total Time: 15 minutes
    • Yield: 12 servings 1x
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    Cuban Sandwich Appetizer Skewers. Fun to make and fun to eat! These cold appetizers on a stick with Swiss cheese, ham, Dijon mustard, salami, and baby dill pickles can be made in advance too. They are a crowd pleaser!


    Ingredients

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    • 24 (4 inch) toothpicks
    • 6 slices of deli ham
    • 3 tablespoons spicy Dijon mustard
    • 12 oz block of Swiss cheese
    • 24 small slices of salami
    • 24 baby dill pickles

    Instructions

    1. Place the ham on a cutting board and cut each slice into 4 strips. Spread a little of the mustard on each strip. Roll each strip up and set aside.
    2. Cut the Swiss cheese into 3/4 inch cubes. Set aside.
    3. For each skewer, thread a Swiss cheese cube, a ham roll up, a slice of salami that has been folded in quarters, and a baby dill pickle. Continue making the appetizer skewers until all the ingredients are used.
    4. Place on a platter and serve. The skewers can be covered with plastic wrap and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Serve chilled.

    Notes

    • Prep the ingredients ~ For easy skewering, have all the ingredients prepped in advance. Cut the Swiss cheese in about 3/4 inch cubes. Slice the ham into strips, spread with a little mustard, and roll up. Fold the salami slices into quarters.
    • Use deli ham ~ A smoky tavern ham is my go-to for this recipe. Other options are honey glazed, Virginia ham, maple glazed, or pepper ham.
    • Choose the skewers wisely ~ 4 inch toothpicks are ideal for Cuban Sandwich Appetizer Skewers. Anything shorter and the ingredients will fall off the stick.
    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 0 minutes
    • Category: appetizer
    • Method: no cooking required
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 2 skewers
    • Calories: 209
    • Sugar: 2.1 g
    • Sodium: 2160 mg
    • Fat: 14.5 g
    • Saturated Fat: 7.8 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
    • Trans Fat: 0 g
    • Carbohydrates: 5.5 g
    • Fiber: 1.7 g
    • Protein: 13.3 g
    • Cholesterol: 50 mg

    Keywords: cold appetizer skewers for a crowd, Cuban sandwich appetizer, appetizers on a stick, easy appetizers

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    1. Amanda

      April 25, 2022 at 8:34 pm

      I used this on my charcuterie board I made for a catering job I did this weekend. I needed something a little different to make it "pop" and this was the perfect find! Thanks to Google for leading me to this post and recipe!!






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      • Amy Casey

        May 03, 2022 at 3:55 pm

        Awesome Amanda! I'm so glad they worked out for you and I love the idea of adding them to a charcuterie board. Thanks for sharing!

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    2. Marta

      April 26, 2022 at 12:00 pm

      What a unique twist to the traditional Cubano sandwich. I made these to serve on Sunday at brunch and people thought the idea of a Cuban sandwich on a skewer was genius. It was a hit.






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    3. Bernice

      April 26, 2022 at 6:53 pm

      What a fun idea and the perfect appetizer for all my gluten free friends. I love the combination of meats in a Cuban sandwich and they work together on a stick too.

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      • Amy Casey

        April 29, 2022 at 2:32 pm

        Thanks! I just love appetizers on a stick.

        Reply
    4. Ann

      April 28, 2022 at 1:21 pm

      What a great idea! This would be a great appetizer for a crowd! Thanks for the share, sounds and looks delicious!






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      • Amy Casey

        April 29, 2022 at 2:31 pm

        This is one of my go to appetizers.

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    5. Veronika

      April 29, 2022 at 10:10 am

      This is such a fun recipe for a Summer cook out party! Going to make it this weekend for our friends, it will be perfect for an appetizer!






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      • Amy Casey

        April 29, 2022 at 2:31 pm

        Fabulous! I hope you enjoy them.

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    6. Kathryn

      April 29, 2022 at 11:17 am

      This is such a great appetizer or lunch idea! I love how it's low-carb and made with simple ingredients: ) thanks for sharing!






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      • Amy Casey

        April 29, 2022 at 2:31 pm

        Thanks Kathryn! These are a fave!

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    7. Lauren Michael

      April 29, 2022 at 4:27 pm

      What a cute, yummy appetizer idea! We are big fans of cuban sandwiches so these are perfect for us for our next get-together!






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      • Amy Casey

        May 01, 2022 at 12:03 pm

        Thanks Lauren! I love having easy appetizer recipes on hand.

        Reply
    8. Tammy

      May 01, 2022 at 9:01 pm

      This is a wonderful idea for spring gatherings! Perfect appetizer for mother's day coming up too..I love this twist for a light luncheon.






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      • Amy Casey

        May 03, 2022 at 4:07 pm

        Thanks Tammy. I always make a few extra to have on hand in the fridge for snacking 🙂

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    9. Kayla Dimaggio

      May 02, 2022 at 12:40 am

      This was the perfect appetizer for our recent family gathering. It was easy to make and everyone loved it!






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      • Amy Casey

        May 03, 2022 at 4:07 pm

        Yeah! I'm so glad your family enjoyed the appetizers Kayla. These are a favorite at our house too.

        Reply
    10. Natalie

      May 02, 2022 at 3:46 am

      You just saved my day yesterday. Some friends came by and this looked amazing at my dinner table. Everyone was delighted, thanks!






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      • Amy Casey

        May 03, 2022 at 4:06 pm

        Awesome Natalie! I'm so glad you and your guests enjoyed my recipe 🙂

        Reply
    11. Samantha carpenter

      July 04, 2022 at 9:16 pm

      So good and perfect for a party! Everyone loved them. Those toothpicks that you recommended were perfect too!






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      • Amy Casey

        July 09, 2022 at 10:30 am

        Yea! I'm so glad you enjoyed my recipe and the suggestion for the toothpicks Samantha.

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