Over 50+ Irresistible Christmas Appetizers to Wow Your Guests
The holiday season is here, and it’s time to plan those festive gatherings that bring everyone together. Whether you’re hosting a cozy family dinner, a glitzy Christmas party, or a casual get-together with friends, one thing’s for sure: the appetizers set the tone for the feast.
That’s why I’ve rounded up over 40 of the most delicious, creative, and crowd-pleasing Christmas appetizer recipes to help you shine as the ultimate host.
From classic bites with a holiday twist to unique, show-stopping creations, this list has something for every palate. Whether you’re looking for quick and easy options or appetizers that double as table decor, these recipes are guaranteed to bring the cheer to your celebration.
So grab your holiday playlist, pour some eggnog, and let’s get started on making your Christmas menu unforgettable!
1. Christmas Tree Cheese Ball
Look no further for the perfect Christmas appetizer! This Christmas Tree Cheese Ball is an easy-to-make snack that will wow your holiday guests.
2. Candy Cane Caprese Salad
This fun and festive candy cane caprese is always a hit around the holidays and the best part is that it’s super easy to make and can be assembled in minutes!
3. Christmas Cookie Dip
This Christmas cookie dip is a classic appetizer, snack or dessert for the holiday season. It requires only 5 ingredients and comes together with just a few minutes of prep.
4. Christmas Charcuterie Board
This Christmas Charcuterie Board is the perfect thing to bring to the holiday party! It’s packed with all the typical charcuterie fixings, including cheese, olives, and a salami rose.
5. Prosciutto Wrapped Prunes
If you’re looking for a snack, party bite or addition to a cheese plate that people won’t expect but will truly love, make a batch of these.
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6. Cranberry Goat Cheese Mini Dips
With tangy goat cheese, sweet cranberries and crunchy walnuts, these nutty, cranberry goat cheese mini dips are an easy appetizer or treat that your whole family can enjoy this Christmas.
7. Simple Holiday Charcuterie Wreath Tutorial
Wondering how to make a Charcuterie Wreath for the holidays? It couldn’t be easier! Use this handy guide and recipe to customize your own charcuterie wreath, plus get wine pairings, appetizer ideas and more.
8. Spinach Dip Christmas Tree
This festive pull-apart Christmas tree spinach dip is buttery, garlicky and perfect for sharing. It is easy to make and a great finger food for your holiday parties.
9. Vegan Bruschetta
A vegan twist on a perfect holiday appetizer.
10. Simple Veggie Board
Not only do you have most of the ingredients on hand, but this appetizer board comes together with minimal time and effort.
11. Christmas Tree Dip
This Christmas Tree Dip appetizer is a party headliner! Layers of scrumptious, bold Mediterranean flavors make it addictive … and its cute holiday “tree” shape makes it the centerpiece of any buffet.
12. Christmas Hummus Wreath
So quick to make, but this Easy Christmas Appetizer “Hummus Wreath” is guaranteed to impress everyone at your holiday party!
13. Christmas Wreath Veggie Tray
This Christmas Wreath Veggie Tray is an easy-to-make appetizer made with cucumber, broccoli and cherry tomatoes shaped like a holiday wreath. Everyone will love this festive vegetable platter!
14. Christmas Tree Cheese Board
There’s just something extra festive about turning a simple cheese board into a Christmas tree! It’s not just about the fun shape—it’s about using a few of our favorite ingredients to make it feel extra special, but so simple at the same time.
15. Cranberry Orange Cheese Ball
Everyone will want a taste of this cranberry orange cheese ball. The marmalade gives it the perfect citrusy taste. It also has a pop of brightness from the cranberries that cuts through the richness of the cheese.
16. Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs
If you’re looking for a simple but incredibly flavorful dish, these Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs are just what you need.
They combine sweet and tangy homemade cranberry sauce with juicy meatballs, all slow-cooked to perfection.
17. Brie Cranberry Bites Appetizer
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.
18. Christmas Tree Sandwiches
These mini Christmas tree sandwiches are the perfect finger food for kids’ school lunches, Christmas party or family gatherings. Quick prep and easy assembling!
19. Christmas Deviled Eggs
Not only are Christmas deviled eggs a wonderful holiday appetizer, but they are sure to disappear fast if you serve them at a Christmas party.
20. Christmas Wreath Cheese Board
Looking for impressive yet easy appetizers for the Holidays? Why not make this Christmas wreath cheese board! This fun cheese platter is easily customizable!
21. Pesto Puff Pastry Christmas Tree Appetizer
This puff pastry recipe is in the shape of a Christmas tree, so it’s definitely a fitting, festive choice. These puff pastry tree appys are a delicious recipe for the holiday season and easy to make with store-bought puff pastry.
22. Holiday Deviled Eggs
These holiday deviled eggs are festive , flavorful, and fun to make. They’re perfect for a holiday party appetizer or an everyday family meal.
23. Charcuterie Tree
A Charcuterie Tree is a festive Christmas appetizer that everyone will love. Use this tutorial to make a charcuterie Christmas tree!
24. Vegan Butternut Squash Dip
This Butternut Squash Dip is the perfect fall appetizer for any gathering or holiday party. Creamy and smooth, it’s made with simple, whole-food ingredients that bring the right amount of savory flavors to your table.
25. Christmas Charcuterie Board
A Christmas board should be a beautiful board that is bursting with holiday flavors. It is time to let all of the seasonal fruits and produce do some of the work for you while also getting creative.
26. Pigs In A Blanket Wreath
This Easy Pigs in a Blanket Wreath is the perfect dish for any occasion and is sure to impress everyone.
27. Baked Brie with Jam
Baked brie with jam is one of the easiest appetizers out there! Made with just a few simple ingredients like your favorite jam, garlic, fresh thyme and balsamic glaze, this baked brie without pastry will become an entertaining staple and is ready in under 25 minutes.
28. Whipped Goat Cheese with Honey
This Whipped Goat Cheese with Honey is one of those party appetizers people will request over and over.
Tangy goat cheese whipped together with hot honey, herbs, and red pepper flakes until light, creamy, and irresistible!
29. Baked Brie
Never in the history of appetizers has there been a more elegant or more effortless recipe than this Baked Brie with Cranberries and Walnuts.
Brie cheese is baked to melted perfection and topped with sweetened cranberries, walnuts, orange zest, and chopped fresh rosemary.
30. Christmas Delived Eggs
These Christmas Deviled Eggs look like miniature wreaths and are the perfect easy and festive appetizer for a holiday party!
31. Cranberry Jalapeno Dip
This tasty copycat Costco cranberry jalapeno dip is easy to make without battling the crowds. Made with fresh ingredients, jalapeno cranberry dip is free of preservatives or fillers, so you know what you’re feeding your family.
32. Christmas Tree Cheese Ball
Christmas Tree Cheese Ball – is the perfectly easy, festive holiday appetizer that will be a hit at any Christmas party! Super gorgeous and stunning Christmas appetizer that might be too pretty to eat!
33. Creamy Whipped Feta Dip
Creamy, savory, and with a hint of sweetness, this Whipped Feta dip with Hot Honey is the ultimate crowd-pleasing dip!
It’s a perfect combination of salty feta cheese, smooth cottage cheese, and flavorful toppings that come together to make the perfect dip.
34. Christmas Tree Board
There’s just something extra festive about turning a simple cheese board into a Christmas tree! It’s not just about the fun shape—it’s about using a few of your favorite ingredients to make it feel extra special, but so simple at the same time.
35. Herb Cheese Peppadew Sweet Peppers
A colorful platter of herb cheese peppadew sweet peppers makes great party snack! Boursin stuffed peppers are a flavorful single bite appetizer everyone loves!
36. Christmas Guacamole Wreath
Wow your guests this holiday season by serving Christmas guacamole in the shape of a wreath. This crowd-pleasing appetizer is easy to make in about 15 minutes. No special mold required!
37. Smoked Salmon Crostini
This Smoked Salmon Crostini is the perfect appetizer for somebody looking for an easy appetizer that is full of different flavors and unique tastes topped on toasted baguette slices.
38. Christmas Empanadas
Experience the festive spirit with Christmas Empanadas, baked or air-fried in the shape of a Christmas tree.
These delightful treats are filled with a green mixture of chicken, avocado, and red bell pepper—perfectly embodying the holiday colors.
39. Christmas Veggie Tray
This Christmas veggie tray with dip/s can be shaped into a holiday wreath or Christmas tree for a quick, fun, festive appetizer, perfect for entertaining this holiday season!
40. Christmas Tree Appetizers
Christmas Tree Appetizers or Breakfast is a simple tower of star-shaped puff pastry, egg, ham and cheese layers. A great way to include a kid’s bite at the festive table!
41. Holiday Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip with Fresh Rosemary
This Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip is a quick, indulgent appetizer with just the right balance of sweet and savory, creamy and light, that’s sure to make your holiday spread merry and bright!
42. Christmas Sushi Roll
Easy Christmas sushi roll, with step-by-step photos so you can get beautiful Christmas tree sushi with no stress! Or opt for the Christmas platter if you prefer!
43. Burrata Bruschetta
This easy-to-make Burrata Bruschetta recipe is the ultimate holiday appetizer! It features creamy burrata cheese and a delicious fresh tomato basil topping on garlic-rubbed slices of crispy, toasted bread.
44. Mezze Platter
Learn how to make a Mezze Platter that’s perfect for serving with family and friends. Grab the biggest serving tray you have and I’ll teach you how to make an inviting mezze board that everyone will love.
45. Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Scallops are an easy-to-make yet impressive and elegant appetizer. The perfect finger food for serving at Christmas, New Year’s Eve, cocktail parties, or any special occasion.
46. Gingerbread Cheesecake Dip
This gingerbread cheesecake dip is a classic appetizer or dessert for the holiday season. It requires only 5 ingredients and comes together in just a few minutes.
Bringing the Christmas Cheer to Your Table
With over 40 mouthwatering Christmas appetizer ideas, your holiday spread is sure to dazzle and delight every guest. From savory classics to creative bites that feel like edible art, these recipes are the perfect way to kick off your festivities with joy and flavor.
As you prepare for the most wonderful time of the year, remember that the magic isn’t just in the food—it’s in the laughter, the love, and the moments shared with those who matter most. So, whether you’re hosting a big bash or a cozy family gathering, these appetizers will help set the stage for a celebration to remember.
I hope these recipes inspire you to get creative and make this holiday season your most delicious yet. Don’t forget to share your favorite creations and tag me—I’d love to see how you bring these ideas to life! Wishing you a very merry Christmas full of great food and even better memories.
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