Are you looking for the best Christmas appetizers to recreate for your Christmas party? Here are 32 crowd-pleasing Christmas appetizer recipes they won’t get enough of!
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Are you planning on hosting a cozy get-together with your friends and family this holiday season? If so, you have come to the right place! Every year, my friends and I take turns hosting a get-together or party with some of our close friends.
We always have a blast, and the most important thing is we get to spend time with each other. Anyway, since you are planning on throwing a party or get-together, you need to start thinking about what appetizers you want to serve. We don’t want the guests’ stomachs to growl while waiting for dinner, now do we?
If you have no idea what to make or where to start, do not fret because this is the post for you. I’ve gathered over 30 insanely delicious and festive Christmas appetizers that are serious crowd pleasers. From pull-apart cheesy bread trees to mini Christmas tree pizzas and tasty cheese balls, you’ll find at least one recipe you love.
CHRISTMAS APPETIZERS
1. charcuterie wreath
We’re starting off strong with this amazing charcuterie wreath. I know charcuterie boards are very popular, but for the holidays I think the wreath is a lot more festive.
Gather your ingredients and use large toothpicks to secure everything. The guests will 100% love this.
2. Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread
Who doesn’t love cheesy pull-apart bread? I am quite literally obsessed with them. They are warm, cheesy, garlicky, and make for an amazing party appetizer.
Make it festive by placing the dough balls on the baking sheet in the shape of a Christmas tree. Serve with some marinara sauce.
3. Savory puff pastry Christmas tree appetizers
I don’t know about you, but I love puff pastry. They are seriously so good. These savory puff pastry Christmas tree appetizers are definitely going to be a huge hit at your party.
All you need are 5 simple ingredients and 20 minutes of prep time.
4. pigs in a blanket wreath
Pigs in a blanket is a classic party appetizer that you just need to have. Make them festive for the holidays by displaying them in the shape of a wreath.
This recipe is insanely easy to make, and you can also assemble them in advance and bake when you are ready.
5. Gluten-free chip and guacamole bites
Chips and guacamole are a delicious snack and appetizer. Want to make them more fun?
Instead of just putting out a bowl of chips and guacamole, assemble little chip and guacamole bites. They are so much more fun, and the guests won’t have to dip their chips in guac every time.
6. mini bagel Christmas ornaments
You wanna know what’s better than bagels? Mini bagels! These make for the perfect Christmas appetizer or breakfast.
You’ll need mini bagels, of course, along with sliced veggies, cream cheese, and toothpicks.
7. Caprese salad skewers
I am a huge caprese salad lover. But it’s no fun eating a bowl of salad, especially at parties, while you can enjoy delicious caprese salad skewers instead.
I feel like anything on sticks is so much more fun, lol! You’re going to need fresh cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, basil leaves, and a sweet-and-salty balsamic glaze.
8. cranberry brie mini tarts
Cranberries are super popular during the holidays, so obviously you need to make a delicious appetizer with them.
These cranberry brie mini tarts are exactly that. They are so insanely delicious and literally only call for 3 ingredients.
9. Parmesan cheddar basil bites
Enjoy these tasty parmesan cheddar basil bites with just a few simple ingredients. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
You’ll need shredded cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, butter, all-purpose flour, and a few more ingredients.
These are sure to be a hit. Everyone will be snacking on them throughout the whole party.
10. cheese reindeers
First of all, can we just talk about how adorable these reindeer appetizers are? I absolutely love the little red nose.
They are made with laughing cow cheese wedges, pretzels, olives, and red pepper. They are super easy to assemble and look great on your Christmas table.
11. sheet pan smoked sausage cranberry bites
These sheet pan smoked sausage and cranberry bites are absolutely delicious. I actually made this for Thanksgiving and Christmas last year, and everyone loved it.
I kid you not, the plate was empty in 5 minutes.
12. pomegranate Christmas cheese ball
If you’re only going to make one of these Christmas appetizer recipes, let it be this one. This pomegranate Christmas cheese ball is literally all you need.
The red exterior is definitely going to draw people’s attention, and the pomegranate combined with the cream cheese and crackers is out of this world delicious.
13. Christmas tree cheese board
Is it even a party without a charcuterie board? Not in my book! Recreate this amazing Christmas tree cheese board that both kids and adults will love.
You’ll need cheddar cheese, white cheddar, blue cheese, fruits, veggies, and pretzels. All you have to do is lay out the ingredients in the shape of a Christmas tree.
14. Savory Christmas cranberry roll-ups
Once you have a bite of this savory Christmas roll-up, you won’t be going back. They are the perfect party appetizer and are also so easy to make.
The cream cheese and herbs are wrapped in soft tortillas. Put them in the fridge before slicing to make it easier. Plus, it’s tastier that way.
15. ham and cranberry hawaiian sliders
Who doesn’t love sliders? They are incredible! Plus, sliders are a lot more filling than the average bite-sized appetizer, so they will hold the guests off for longer until the main meal is ready.
You’ll need Hawaiian sweet rolls, cranberry sauce, leftover ham, Swiss cheese, and a few more ingredients.
16. Christmas tree pizzas
There is never a wrong time for pizza, holidays included. Make these mini Christmas tree pizzas as an appetizer for your holiday gathering and watch everyone go wild for them.
Seriously, they are so good, plus they only take 30 minutes to make.
17. grinch dip
Is it really Christmas without Mr. Grinch? I think not! Recreate this gorgeous green Grinch-themed dip for your party.
It is made with a creamy vanilla pudding base, vanilla extract, food coloring, whole milk, cream cheese, and heart sprinkles.
18. mini cheese ball bites
These mini cheese ball bites are one of my all-time favorite appetizer recipes. You can make them three different ways.
My favorite is the one with cranberry and pecan; I think it’s a better fit for the holidays, but they are all delicious.
19. easy cucumber Christmas trees
Enjoy these simple yet festive cucumber Christmas tree appetizers with just a couple of ingredients. You literally only need cucumbers and carrots; I mean, how much easier can it get?
Use a toothpick to secure everything together.
20. ham and cheese Christmas cracker snack
Ham and cheese crackers are a classic snack and appetizer that almost everyone loves. Make them festive for the holidays by cutting the cheese into different shapes.
You can cut a few snowflakes, gingerbread men, stars, and Christmas trees.
21. Santa veggie tray
Veggies may not be everyone’s thing, but it will be after they see this stunning Santa veggie tray on the table.
You’ll need red bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, cauliflower, cucumbers, and black olives. I promise, everyone will love it.
22. Candy cane caprese board
If the caprese salad skewers I showed you earlier are not your thing, then make this candy cane caprese board instead.
It tastes insanely good and is super festive, which is perfect for holiday gatherings and parties. Also include baguette slices so the guests can make their own little snack.
23. Christmas tree cheese appetizer
Cheese and crackers are a classic appetizer and snack. Take it up a notch with this cute and festive Christmas tree cheese appetizer.
It is made with yellow cheddar, Granny Smith apples, grape tomatoes, and Ritz crackers.
24. santa hats
Are you kidding me?! These Santa hats are just too adorable! Not only are they pretty to look at, but they are also insanely easy to make and taste amazing.
All you need are strawberries, banana, mini marshmallows, and toothpicks to hold everything together.
25. Ranch snowman cheeseball
Don’t love the pomegranate cheeseball? No problem there; make this adorable ranch snowman cheeseball instead. The guests will be giving you compliments left and right.
I probably would be too scared to eat it, lol. I don’t want to mess it up.
26. jalapeno popper wonton cups
These jalapeno popper wonton cups are so very good! I would literally pop one in my mouth every minute until it’s all gone lol!
They are made with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, bacon, and jalapenos. You seriously won’t get enough!
27. baked jalapeno poppers
I can never seem to get enough of jalapeno poppers. I love the crunchy jalapenos and the filling is absolutely delicious.
This appetizer recipe is also very cheap. It only costs $4.88 to make 12 servings. How awesome is that?!
28. grape jelly meatballs
Don’t have a lot of time on your hands? No problem! With this party meatballs recipe, the slow cooker does all the hard work for you.
You can just dump the ingredients in and do other chores or prepare other foods while you wait for it to work its magic.
29. olive penguins
You cannot tell me these aren’t adorable! The little penguins look too cute to eat. They are made with black olives, carrots, mozzarella balls, and toothpicks to hold everything together.
These will definitely be a huge hit.
30. guacamole stuffed tomatoes
Want an appetizer recipe that uses guacamole but don’t want to serve the classic guac and chips? You’re in the right place.
These guacamole stuffed tomatoes will be a crowd favorite in no time. You literally only need guacamole and cherry tomatoes.
31. Pinecone cheese ball with almonds
We all love pinecones, right? Well, why not eat it as well? Just kidding, sort of, lol! Recreate this delicious pinecone cheese ball with almonds and serve it at your Christmas gathering.
Not only does it taste good, but it also looks amazing, which is always a plus in my book.
32. egg snowman
Christmas is not complete without building a snowman. You don’t need snow to create these tasty little appetizers.
All you need are eggs, peppercorn, carrot, uncooked pasta, parsley, and of course, toothpicks/skewers.
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