The holiday season calls for delicious appetizers! Whether served at your next Christmas party or as an addition to your Christmas dinner menu, these easy holiday appetizers are sure to please.
Perfect for your next holiday party, the tasty appetizers below can all be made ahead, and feature fresh herbs and simple ingredients you can easily find at the grocery store. We’re skipping traditional cheese balls for creamy dip, easy finger foods, and bite-sized snacks your guests will love.
This list of Christmas appetizers proves foods don’t have to be shaped like a Christmas tree to be festive. They’re an elegant and perfect way to start your holiday meal.
12 Easy Christmas Appetizer Recipes
Smoked Salmon Dip with Cream Cheese
This easy smoked salmon dip is made with hot-smoked salmon, cream cheese, and a blend of onions. Serve it with your favorite crackers for the perfect quick appetizer for any occasion.
Brie Cheese and Spiced Cranberry Bites Appetizer
These crispy bites filled with creamy brie cheese and spiced cranberry sauce are the perfect easy appetizer for Thanksgiving or Christmas festivities.
Whipped Ricotta Dip with Honey
Light and creamy, this Whipped Ricotta Dip recipe with honey and fresh thyme is a quick and easy last minute appetizer that comes together in minutes.
Smoked Salmon Bites Appetizer with Cucumber
Ideal for your next dinner party or happy hour, these Smoked Salmon Bites with cucumber are a delicious, quick and easy appetizer.
Easy, Creamy Crab Rangoon Dip (No Bake!)
This easy, creamy crab rangoon dip will upgrade your appetizer game. It comes together quickly, can be made well in advance of serving, and feels special enough for any holiday gathering or celebration.
Honey, Walnut, and Goat Cheese Phyllo Cup Appetizers
These honey, walnut, and goat cheese phyllo cups are an easy appetizer recipe that requires minimal cooking, so it comes together in very little time.
Easy Vegetarian Stuffed Mushrooms in White Wine
Full of melty cheeses and fresh herbs, this vegetarian stuffed mushrooms recipe is sure to be a hit the next time you’re entertaining friends or hosting a dinner party.
Easy Bacon Wrapped Dates
Bacon wrapped dates, filled with almonds and cream cheese, are perfect for entertaining and a guaranteed crowd pleaser. They look fancy, but come together easily.
Quick and Easy Three Cheese Baked Artichoke Dip
This creamy, garlicky three cheese artichoke dip is a delicious alternative to the usual appetizers and sure to be a hit at your next party.
Slow Cooker Savory Spiced Nuts are the Best Happy Hour Snack
This delicious, savory snack swaps the cinnamon and sugar for garlic and rosemary. These savory spiced nuts roast in your slow cooker and make a great homemade gift for your favorite snack lover.
15 Minute Stove Top BBQ Meatballs
Let's skip the slow cooker and have these delicious sweet and savory stove top BBQ Meatballs ready in 15 minutes with no grape jelly! This is a great recipe for last minute dinners or easy entertaining.
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