Snack your way through the holidays by finding the perfect balance of festive treats and easy-to-make recipes that won’t leave you stressed in the kitchen. We’ve gathered mouthwatering snacks to make your holiday celebrations unforgettable, from crunchy pretzel treats and creamy deviled eggs to sweet-and-salty Chex mixes and indulgent cheese balls, there’s something for every craving. Don’t miss out—explore these easy holiday snacks to keep your celebrations stress-free and oh-so-jolly!

Crunchy Pretzel Christmas Treats

A bowl filled with festive pretzel snacks. Each pretzel is topped with melted chocolate, round red and green candies, and colorful sprinkles. The treats have a holiday theme with a mix of sweet and salty flavors.
Crunchy Pretzel Christmas Treats. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Pretzel Christmas Treats are a festive snack that combines the crunch of salty pretzels with sweet chocolate and sprinkles.
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No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Clusters

A silver tray holds clusters of chocolate-covered peanuts and a small cup filled with salted peanuts. Scattered around the tray are additional chocolate clusters and a few loose peanuts. A striped towel is partially visible beneath the tray.
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Clusters. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Discover the easiest homemade peanut clusters recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Sweet, salty, and crunchy—a treat everyone will love!
Get the Recipe: 4-Ingredient No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Clusters

Crab Pinwheels Recipe

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.
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This delicious and creamy crab pinwheels recipe is stuffed with a creamy filling of cream cheese, crab, cheddar cheese, and a spicy creole seasoning.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Freeze & Bake Crab Pinwheels Recipe

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.
Chocolate Covered Strawberries. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Discover the joy of Christmas with this delicious chocolate covered strawberries recipe! These treats are perfect for sharing to add some holiday cheer.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Crunchy And Sweet Cashew Brittle Recipe

A stack of peanut brittle pieces with visible whole peanuts, showcasing a glossy, golden-brown caramel-like coating. In the blurred background, there are bowls and more scattered peanuts on a light-colored surface.
Crunchy And Sweet Cashew Brittle Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Cashew brittle is beginner-friendly homemade candy. All it takes are a few easy steps: melt the sugar, stir in the cashews, and let it cool.
Get the Recipe: Crunchy And Sweet Cashew Brittle Recipe

Easy Christmas Chex Mix

A bowl of snack mix containing pretzels, cereal squares, red and green candies, and peanuts, mixed with a creamy coating. A small bowl of red, white, and green sprinkles is seen in the background.
Easy Christmas Chex Mix. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This White Chocolate Christmas Chex Mix recipe combines crunchy cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and festive M&Ms for an irresistible treat.
Get the Recipe: Easy Christmas Chex Mix

Crispy Air Fryer Chickpea Recipe Snack Idea

Crispy Air Fryer Chickpea Recipe Healthy Snack Idea
Crispy Air Fryer Chickpea Recipe Snack Idea. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crispy Air Fryer Chickpea Recipe is a crunchy salty snack ready in 15 minutes (chickpeas, seasoning, and your air fryer)
Get the Recipe: Crispy Air Fryer Chickpea Recipe Snack Idea

Christmas Puppy Chow (Muddy Buddy Chex Mix)

Christmas Muddy Buddy Recipe, aka Reindeer Chow in a bowl on a christmas towel with holly around
Christmas Puppy Chex Mix Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Perfect for parties or a gift, this Christmas Puppy Chow Recipe is a festive sweet Chex mix snack that everyone will enjoy.
Get the Recipe: Christmas Puppy Chow (Muddy Buddy Chex Mix)

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.
Get the Recipe: 4 Ingredient Homemade Cheese Crackers

Cozy Cheese and Bacon Cob Loaf

A person pulls a cheesy topping from a bread bowl filled with melted cheese and bacon bits.
Cozy Cheese and Bacon Cob Loaf. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

Cheese and bacon cob loaf. Doesn’t the name alone make your mouth water? And yes, it’s as delicious as it sounds! This show-stopper is loaded with melty cheese, crispy bacon, sour cream, and green onions, then baked to perfection inside a hollowed out crusty cob loaf. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind party appetizer, or a cozy, comforting snack, this is definitely it!
Get the Recipe: Cozy Cheese and Bacon Cob Loaf

Super Easy Recipe for 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.
Super Easy Recipe for Candied Pecans. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Discover how to make candied pecans in 15 minutes! Simple ingredients transform pecans into caramel-coated treats for your desserts or salads.
Get the Recipe: Super Easy Recipe for Candied Pecans

Slow Cooker Chex Mix

Easy & Unique Slow Cooker Chex Mix Recipe in a bowl with an almost empty bowl by it
Slow Cooker Chex Mix. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Elevate your holiday snack game with this flavorful slow cooker Chex mix. A simple and delicious recipe that’s sure to be a hit with your guests.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chex Mix

Sweet & Spicy Roasted Cashews

A brown ceramic bowl filled with roasted cashews is garnished with sprigs of fresh rosemary, placed on a white surface.
Sweet & Spicy 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.
Get the Recipe: Sweet & Spicy Roasted Cashews

Delicious Christmas Pudding Balls

christmas protein balls
Delicious Christmas Pudding Balls. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Christmas pudding flavored protein balls are filled with traditional warm spices, cocoa, orange then sweetened with dates & raisins.
Get the Recipe: Delicious Christmas Pudding Balls

Fancy Cranberry Brie Bites

Close-up of flaky pastry appetizers filled with diced nuts and a dark red jam, garnished with fresh sprigs of rosemary, arranged on a white plate.
Fancy Cranberry Brie Bites. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

Cranberry brie bites are the perfect bite-sized appetizers for all your special occasions. Quick and easy, quite fancy, and oh-so-pretty! With creamy brie, buttery puff pastry, sweet-tart cranberry, and crunchy pecans in every bite, they’re sooo good that you’d want to make a whole batch just for yourself! The best part? You only need 5 ingredients and 10 minutes of hands-on time to make these beauties.
Get the Recipe: Fancy Cranberry Brie Bites

Bold Chex Mix Recipe Oven Baked

A bowl of homemade Chex mix.

This Homemade Chex Mix Recipe coated in a bold and buttery seasoning is an ideal snack. Great for road trips or back to school.
Get the Recipe: Bold Chex Mix Recipe Oven Baked

Mini Pimento Cheese Balls With Bacon And Pecans

Cheese balls with a toothpick on a tray.

One of the most famous of Southern treats, these Pimento Cheese Balls are tangy, cheesy, and creamy—and the perfect appetizer for any event.
Get the Recipe: Mini Pimento Cheese Balls With Bacon And Pecans

Oven-Baked Cheese Chips

Oven Baked Keto Cheese Chips layered on top of each other.
Oven-Baked Cheese Chips. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Our simple and easy to make, the best homemade oven baked Cheese Chips is done in a few minutes with 1 ingredient only. Those extra crunchy chips are the best invention that is fully low carb, gluten-free, grain-free, and perfect for diabetics.
Get the Recipe: Oven-Baked Cheese Chips

Cream Cheese Crescent Roll Appetizers With Mushrooms

A serving platter with mushroom crescent rolls

Follow these steps at home to make this easy vegetarian crescent roll appetizer with cream cheese and chopped mushrooms. Yields 48 bite-size rolls.
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Crispy Fried Cheese Balls

Keto Fried Cheese Balls with parsley.
Crispy Fried Cheese Balls. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Our Homemade Fried Cheese Balls made with only one and a half ingredients are going to be your next appetizer for a perfect game night, Super Bowl, home entertaining, or just a snack for your lunch box.
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Homemade Mustard Pretzels Recipe

Honey mustard pretzels
Homemade Mustard Pretzels Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Satisfy your cravings with these homemade Gardetto Mustard Pretzels. A simple, yet flavorful snack that’s perfect for any occasion, especially holiday gatherings.
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20-Minute Grilled Potato Wedges

A hand dipping a grilled potato wedge into a bowl of creamy sauce. The wedges are golden brown with grill marks, arranged on a dark plate beside the bowl, which sits on a small plate with a ruffled edge. The background is a light gray surface.
20-Minute Grilled Potato Wedges. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

This easy, 20-minute grilled potato wedges recipe makes light and pillowy potatoes that are crispy on the outside.
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Sweet and Salty Christmas Popcorn

A bowl of popcorn mixed with pretzels, red and green candy pieces, white chocolate drizzle, and red sprinkles sits on a green textured cloth.
Sweet and Salty Christmas Popcorn. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

This sweet and salty Christmas popcorn is a must once the holiday season starts. Freshly popped popcorn is combined with crunchy pretzels, M&Ms, and festive sprinkles, then drizzled with candy melts for the perfect holiday indulgence. The kids and kids at heart will absolutely love this! The best part? It only takes 5 minutes to make. 
Get the Recipe: Sweet and Salty Christmas Popcorn

Ham And Cheese Sliders On Hawaiian Rolls With Aioli

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Game Day Alert! Juicy ham, melted Swiss cheese and aioli on soft Hawaiian rolls, baked to perfection and topped with a flavorful butter mixture.
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Creamy Pineapple Cheese Ball

Pineapple cheese ball coated with chopped nuts is placed on a white plate surrounded by round crackers.
Creamy Pineapple Cheese Ball. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

It’s not a party until this pineapple cheese ball arrives! This one-of-a-kind treat combines creamy cheese, juicy pineapples, crisp peppers, and crunchy pecans, all rolled into a ball of sweet and savory goodness. It’s like a tropical vacation in appetizer form, perfect for snacking at home or enjoying at all your holiday celebrations!
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The Best Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Recipe (No Bisquick!)

A platter of cream cheese sausage balls.

Cream cheese sausage balls are the perfect snack food for your next party. Serve these any time of day for a savory finger food that’s full of flavor.
Get the Recipe: The Best Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Recipe (No Bisquick!)

Pickle Roll Ups With Ham

Party pickle Roll-Ups on a plate with fresh dill ready to be served

If you need a quick appetizer, these are really easy to prepare and will be a huge hit with the whole family. Pickle Rollups with Ham are perfect for game day, baby showers, cocktail parties, or any fun get-together with friends. > Get The Full Recipe: Pickle Roll Ups With Ham

Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread

Six buttery, golden-brown shortbread cookies arranged on a piece of brown parchment paper. The cookies have a round shape with slightly crumbly edges.

These savory and easy to make parmesan rosemary shortbread cookies are an elegant appetizer or special late-night snack with a glass of wine. > Get The Full Recipe: Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread

Easy Make Ahead Party Dips For A Crowd

A variety of party dips

Dips always start the party right, so when I’m hosting a get-together with family and friends, I like to make some party dips ahead of time for our party. I want to share with you some of my favorite dips that I think will be a hit at your next party. > Get The Recipe: Easy Make Ahead Party Dips For A Crowd

30 Minute Bacon-Wrapped Mini Potatoes

A platter of bacon wrapped potato bites.

These bacon-wrapped mini potatoes are the perfect party finger food! The bite-size appetizer is ready within 30 minutes! Serve with dipping sauce.
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31 Party Dips That Will Shine Like A Star

A cast iron skillet filled with melted cheese topped with red cranberries and sprigs of rosemary. It's placed on a wooden board with sliced baguette on the side and a small cheese knife resting nearby.
31 Party Dips That Will Shine Like A Star. Photo Credit: Trop Rockin

When it comes to party food, there’s one thing guaranteed to steal the show—dips! The right dip can take your snack table from ordinary to extraordinary. In this collection, we’ve rounded up crowd-pleasers like creamy spinach artichoke dip and spicy creations like buffalo ranch sauce for every taste bud. Each recipe is packed with flavor, easy to make, and perfect for pairing with your favorite dippers. Dive in and discover the ultimate lineup of dips that will keep your guests coming back for more! Get All The Recipes: 31 Party Dips That Will Shine Like A Star