The holidays are here, and that means it’s time to kick off your celebrations with a spread of show-stopping appetizers! These easy recipes are guaranteed to bring the holiday cheer and keep your guests coming back for more. From holiday-perfect classics like Deviled Eggs and Sweet & Sour Meatballs to elevated bites like Baked Brie with Cranberry Jam and Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread, there’s something here for every palate. Don’t miss the chance to make your holiday spread the talk of the season!

Candied Pecans

A bowl filled with glazed or candied pecans rests on a white surface. Some pecans are scattered nearby, showcasing their glossy coating and appeal as a sweet snack or dessert topping.
Candied Pecans. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

These sweet, crunchy nuts are a versatile snack or salad topping. Prepare them in advance and store them in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
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Easy Buffalo Rotisserie Chicken Dip Recipe

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Easy Buffalo Rotisserie Chicken Dip Recipe . Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy buffalo chicken dip recipe features juicy rotisserie chicken, three types of cheeses, hot sauce, make a creamy party dip appetizer.
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Sweet Strawberry Pretzel Dip

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Sweet Strawberry Pretzel Dip. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This creamy dip combines strawberries and cream cheese for a sweet complement to salty pretzels. Prepare it ahead and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Cold Knorr Vegetable Dip

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Cold Knorr Vegetable Dip. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This classic dip made with Knorr’s vegetable mix is perfect for pairing with fresh veggies or bread. Make it the day before to allow the flavors to develop.
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Easy Bacon Chicken Bites

Close-up of bacon-wrapped cheese bites secured with toothpicks on a black wire rack. The appetizers are crispy and golden brown, with some melted cheese visible.
Easy Bacon Chicken Bites. Photo Credit: Butter and Baggage

Chicken bites wrapped in bacon served with Boursin and jalapeño and you have a melt-in-your-mouth, amazing low carb appetizer.
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weet and Salty Candied Cashews

A bowl of candied cashews on a light gray surface. The cashews are piled in a white bowl lined with parchment paper, and a cloth napkin is partially visible in the background.
Sweet and Salty Candied Cashews. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

These candied nuts offer a delightful balance of sweetness and saltiness. Prepare them ahead of time and serve as a simple, crunchy snack.
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Christmas Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Strawberries decorated for the holidays with white and dark chocolate coatings, topped with festive sprinkles, red and green icing, and holiday shapes like Christmas trees and stars, arranged on a white tray.
Christmas Chocolate Covered Strawberries. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Juicy strawberries dipped in chocolate and decorated festively are both elegant and easy to make. Prepare them ahead and refrigerate until serving time.
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Lobster Corn Fritters

Lobster corn critters on a plate and spicy aioli sauce in a small bowl with lemon zest and chopped green onion.
Lobster Corn Fritters. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Cook up a batch of lobster corn fritters as an enticing appetizer or main course. Easy to make southern corn fritters with fresh corn are certain to be a hit.
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Easy And Creamy Classic Deviled Eggs Recipe

A plate of deviled eggs is arranged neatly, each with a creamy orange filling and a sprinkle of paprika on top. The background features stacked white plates and a white cloth.
Easy And Creamy Classic Deviled Eggs Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Classic deviled eggs are little bites of goodness that combine hard-boiled eggs, some special seasonings with mayonnaise, and yellow mustard.
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Saucy BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe

Pork sliders on Hawaiian buns with extra barbecue sauce and melted cheese
Saucy BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Perfect party appetizers, pulled pork sliders with a sweet and tangy barbecue sandwich sauce, melted cheese, on sweet Hawaiian slider buns.
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Creamy 2-Min. Yogurt Dill Dip Recipe

Dill dip in a bowl with a sprig of deal on top
Creamy 2-Min. Yogurt Dill Dip Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Creamy Yogurt Dill Dip is an ideal quick party dip that only takes two minutes to prepare. Goes great with salty chips or veggie sticks.
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Cinnamon Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates

stuffed dates filled with peanut butter sprinkled on top with coconut and bits of cranberry and cinnamon
Cinnamon Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Cinnamon Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates are the perfect quick snack when you are craving something sweet and good for you day or night.
Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates

Cold Cream Cheese Salsa Dip

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Cold Cream Cheese Salsa Dip . Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Cream cheese salsa dip is a cold, creamy dip made with cream cheese, sour cream, and cheddar mixed in with salsa and Mexican spices.
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Creamy Crab Pinwheels Recipe (Freeze and Bake)

Pinwheel tortilla rolls filled with vegetables and cheese are arranged on a tray. Garnished with chopped green onions and red peppers, lemon wedges are placed at the edges.
Creamy Crab Pinwheels Recipe (Freeze and Bake). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This delicious crab pinwheels recipe is stuffed with a creamy filling of cream cheese, crab, cheddar cheese, and a spicy creole seasoning.
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4-Ingredient Homemade Cheese Crackers

pimento cheese crackers in a glass snap lid jar near a bowl of cheese.
4-Ingredient Homemade Cheese Crackers. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This homemade cheese cracker recipe makes savory, yummy snack crackers using only 4 ingredients. The secret is pimento cheese spread.
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Super Creamy Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip

spinach artichoke dip with tortilla chips
Super Creamy Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip is a creamy, cheesy spinach artichoke dip that only takes 10 minutes to prep and will be hot and bubbly in no time.
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Easy and Delicious Stuffed Mushrooms

Close-up of a skillet containing stuffed mushrooms topped with a mixture of herbs, nuts, and vegetables. The mushrooms are garnished with fresh green parsley, adding color to the golden brown filling.
Easy and Delicious Stuffed Mushrooms. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Stuffed Mushrooms are filled with mellow garlic, toasted pecans, sundried tomatoes, & spinach then topped with a citrus basil dressing.
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Rich And Creamy Pretzel Cheese Dip Recipe

A close-up of soft pretzels sprinkled with salt next to a white bowl filled with creamy pretzel cheese dip. The smooth dip, with visible specks of seasoning, sits invitingly on a wooden surface.
Rich And Creamy Pretzel Cheese Dip Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Perfectly creamy and cheesy, this easy-to-make pretzel dip is a must-try for your next snack, party, or cozy movie night on the couch.
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Creamy and Smooth Boiled Peanut Hummus Recipe

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Creamy and Smooth Boiled Peanut Hummus Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Boiled peanut hummus is smooth, nutty flavor with a punch of lemon and parsley which makes this a southern hummus y’all will love.
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Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread Recipe

Six buttery, golden-brown shortbread cookies arranged on a piece of brown parchment paper. The cookies have a round shape with slightly crumbly edges.
Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These savory and easy to make parmesan rosemary shortbread cookies are an elegant appetizer or special late-night snack with a glass of wine.
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The Best Savory Baked Brie Recipe With Cranberry Jam

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The Best Savory Baked Brie Recipe With Cranberry Jam. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This sweet and savory baked brie recipe with cranberry jam is an upscale appetizer that is very quick to make and perfect for the holidays.
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5-Min. Cranberry Salsa With Cream Cheese

A dish with cream cheese topped with bright red cranberry salsa, garnished with chopped green onions, sliced jalapeños, and fresh cranberries. Corn tortilla chips surround the dish on a wooden surface, accompanied by parsley leaves.
5-Min. Cranberry Salsa With Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This sweet and savory 5-minute cranberry salsa is served over soft cream cheese for an irresistibly fresh creamy appetizer or easy snack.
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Easy Marinated Sicilian Olives

A wooden bowl filled with marinated green olives garnished with herbs. Fresh parsley, basil leaves, a garlic clove, and chili flakes are scattered nearby on a wooden cutting board. The background is a light marble surface.
Easy Marinated Sicilian Olives. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Delicious Green Marinated Sicilian Olives Recipe infuses, fresh herbs, garlic, oregano, chili pepper flakes with olive oil & vinegar dressing.
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Roasted Cashews

A brown ceramic bowl filled with roasted cashews is garnished with sprigs of fresh rosemary, placed on a white surface.
Roasted Cashews. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Sweet & Spicy Roasted Cashews are a delightful appetizer, snack, or gift to give that is quick and easy to make and is gluten-free.
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Homemade Spicy Pimento Cheese Recipe

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Homemade Spicy Pimento Cheese Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This spicy homemade pimento cheese dip is a blend of creamy cheeses, mayo, pimentos, and sweet and spicy pickled jalapeños.
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How To Make Great Salsa Fresca

A bowl of fresh pico de gallo, featuring diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños, is placed on a teal cloth. The vibrant red tomatoes are prominent, and a small wooden spoon with a portion of the mixture, along with a side dish of cilantro, are visible nearby.
How To Make Great Salsa Fresca. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Learn how to make salsa fresca with this simple and delicious recipe. Classic Mexican spices, tomatoes, onions, garlic, jalapenos, cilantro, & lime
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Creamy Homemade Restaurant Style Queso Dip

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Creamy Homemade Restaurant Style Queso Dip . Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This creamy restaurant-style homemade queso dip recipe is a blend of gooey cheeses and Mexican seasonings with a punch of heat.
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Saucy Sweet And Sour Meatballs Recipe

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Saucy Sweet And Sour Meatballs Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Saucy Sweet and Sour Meatballs Recipe: Slow cooker meatballs, juicy pineapple, & colorful bell peppers simmered in sweet BBQ & teriyaki sauce
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15- Min. Sweet And Spicy Cranberry Jalapeño Dip Recipe

A creamy dip topped with a vibrant red cranberry relish and garnished with slices of green jalapeño peppers. Surrounding the bowl are fresh cranberries, sliced bread on a wooden board, whole jalapeños, and crackers.
15- Min. Sweet And Spicy Cranberry Jalapeño Dip Recipe. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Try this irresistible Cranberry Jalapeño Dip for your next party. Fresh cranberries, jalapeños, and cream cheese make for a crowd-pleasing appetizer!
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Mini Zucchini Appetizer Quiches

Mini zucchini quiches with golden, flaky crusts are arranged on a baking sheet. The filling is light green with visible zucchini shreds, indicating a freshly baked, savory treat.
Mini Zucchini Appetizer Quiches. Photo Credit: Butter and Baggage

Serve a zucchini appetizer right out of the oven or at room temperature, baked in prepared phyllo cups, they’re a breeze to make.
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25 Festive Christmas Desserts to Sweeten Your Holiday

Christmas Tree Dip Recipe in a snow man bowl with vanilla wafers to dip into it
25 Festive Christmas Desserts. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Sweeten your holiday with these 25 festive Christmas desserts! From classic gingerbread cookies to creative treats like White Chocolate Christmas Chex Mix and Grinch Brownies, this roundup has something for every dessert lover. Whether you’re looking for no-bake options, fun cookie ideas, or indulgent cakes, these recipes are perfect for bringing holiday cheer to any gathering. Explore them all and find your next must-have treat for the season! Get All The Recipes: 25 Festive Christmas Desserts to Sweeten Your Holiday