21 Festive Appetizers That Will Wow Your Christmas Party Guests

Start your holiday gatherings on the right note with these crowd-pleasing appetizers. Easy to make and full of festive flavor, these bites will impress your guests from the very first bite. Add these holiday appetizer recipes to your party menu for a truly unforgettable spread.

Cranberry Orange Cheese Ball

This delicious cranberry orange cheese ball is so easy to make and it’s a great idea for an appetizer paired with crackers, bread or pretzels
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Air Fryer Mac And Cheese Balls

You’re going to love this clever idea for leftover mac and cheese. These air fryer mac and cheese balls are super-easy and come out so crispy.
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Antipasto Christmas Tree

You’ll be feeling festive putting this cute antipasto Christmas tree together, and it’s a recipe that’s both delicious and attractive. If you like antipasto, you’re going to enjoy making (and eating!) this antipasto tree.
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Brie Cranberry Bites

The creaminess of brie cheese pairs beautifully with the sweet flavour of cranberry sauce in these brie cranberry bites in puff pastry. These delightful little bites are perfect for any season or occasion and each one boasts plenty of wonderful flavour.
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Air Fryer Puff Pastry Garlic Cheese Twists

Parmesan and mozzarella air fryer puff pastry garlic cheese twists make a wonderful air fryer appetizer or side dish. There is nothing difficult about making cheese twists from scratch.
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Air Fryer Pull Apart Jalapeño Popper Rolls

Air fryer pull apart jalapeño popper rolls are a quick and easy jalapeño appetizer with Pillsbury pizza dough or crescent dough. Boasting tasty ingredients like two kinds of cheese, jalapeños and hot sauce, these are perfect for spicy food fans.
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Delicious Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs

Bloody Mary devilled eggs are a favourite creative deviled egg idea. They take the concept of traditional eggs and add in rich ingredients like slaw dressing, pickle juice, tomato paste, paprika, and more, to make a unique gourmet deviled eggs with a Bloody Mary feel.
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Marinated Olives with Feta

You only need seven different ingredients to prepare this delicious marinated olives and feta cheese appetizer or snack. Expect a riot of soft and pleasing Mediterranean flavours in every mouthful.
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Italian Antipasto Board

Why not let this Italian antipasto board appetizer, or holiday antipasto wreath, to become a new traditional treat around the holidays? It’s a delicious party appetizer platter which offers something for every palate, including cheese, deli meats, vegetables and a garlicky herb dressing.
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Dirty Martini Dip

If you’re looking for a dip recipe that’s creamy, tasty and pairs beautifully with any kind of dippers from pita chips to crackers, consider this dirty martini dip. Contrary to the name, it’s alcohol free, and it gets its moniker from the inclusion of stuffed olives, like you’d find in the classic cocktail.
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Smoked Gouda Bacon Cheddar Cheese Dip

Smoked gouda bacon cheddar cheese dip pairs beautifully with pretzels. So if you’re looking for the best pretzel cheese sauce recipe, look no further. This cheese dipping sauce is made with smoked gouda, cheddar and cream cheese, along with other flavourful ingredients.
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Roasted Red Pepper Cream Cheese Dip

Although most grocery stores carry sweet pepper dip and other dipping options, this homemade roasted red pepper cream cheese dip is well worth the effort. It’s a Mediterranean-inspired dip with bell peppers, basil, garlic, shallot, and more.
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Baked Brie With Cranberry Sauce

This baked brie cranberry is the perfect appetizer for any season. With its rich, creamy brie and tart cranberry sauce, it’s just the right amount of tart and sweet! Plus, it’s not just delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a go-to recipe for last-minute gatherings!Get the Recipe: Baked Brie With Cranberry Sauce

Holiday Crostini With Scallops And Avocado

This Crostini with Scallops and Avocado is the perfect appetizer for all your holiday parties. The scallops are sauteed to perfection and placed on top of crunchy crostini spread with avocado. A drizzling of balsamic syrup really takes the flavor over the top.
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Delicious Hot Crab Dip

Appetizers are the best part of parties, they are easy to make and so much fun to eat. This Hot Crab Dip is one of my favorite easy appetizers to take to parties.
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Baked Brie With Sweet Red Pepper Jam

This delicious jam is dolloped on top of brie cheese that has been baked in a 375 degree F oven for 15 minutes. Top with toasted pine nuts and a sprinkle of parsley. It’s melty, gooey and utter perfection.
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Puff Pastry Vegetable Tarts

Puff Pastry Vegetable Tarts feature flaky puff pastry, creamy herbed goat cheese filling, and scrumptious seasonal vegetables. These easy tartlets take just 30 minutes to make with minimal prep. Bake individual tartlets or one large tart to be sliced and shared at your next get together.
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Stuffed Mushrooms

These Best Vegetarian Stuffed Mushrooms Will Be Your New Go-To Appetizer Cook up these delightful Vegetarian Stuffed Mushrooms for a great appetizer to impress your guests at your next holiday party or gathering.
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Polenta Bites With Olive Tapenade

If you need a 30-minute vegan appetizer idea, Polenta Bites will do the trick. Polenta is fried until crispy and then topped with a tangy olive spread.
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Easy Christmas Appetizer

Easy Christmas Appetizer cuts sandwich ingredients into stars and then stacks them onto toothpicks to create a festive Christmas tree shape!
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Slow Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs

Grape Jelly Meatballs are sweet, tangy, and filling! A quick and easy recipe that takes just 5 minutes of prep and less than 3 hours to cook!
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