Kick off the holiday cheer with appetizers that steal the show and keep everyone coming back for more! These festive bites are the ultimate way to spark joy, laughter, and plenty of compliments at your gathering. Get ready to impress your guests with appetizers like Vegan Pinwheels, Cranberry Jalapeño Dip, and even Charcuterie Cups, it’ll surely be talked about long after the plates are cleared. These appetizers will make your holiday celebrations truly unforgettable. Don’t miss a single bite!

Baked Brie Recipe With Cranberry Jam & Pecan

baked brie with cranberry apples and wine
Baked Brie Recipe With Cranberry Jam & Pecan. 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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Vegan Pinwheels

Vegan Pinwheels. Image Credit: Delightful Adventures

Large flour tortillas are filled with a rainbow of fresh vegetables and a delicious, easy to make chickpea spread make a tasty cold appetizer that’s great to serve for parties.
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Easy Homemade French Onion Dip

french onion dip
Easy Homemade French Onion Dip. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This recipe is a copycat version of the classic Lipton Onion Soup Dip Recipe without all the preservatives in the box mix. It takes less than 5 minutes to make this rich and creamy dip using everyday pantry staples and fresh sour cream.
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Cuban Sandwich Appetizer Skewers Recipe

Cuban Sandwich Appetizer Skewers Recipe. Image Credit: Amy Casey Cooks

Need a fun to make and fun to eat appetizer skewers? This easy cold appetizer on a stick is made with layers of Swiss cheese, ham, Dijon mustard, salami, and baby dill pickles.
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Flavorful 15-Minute Cranberry Jalapeño Dip

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.
Flavorful 15-Minute Cranberry Jalapeño Dip. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

A festive and flavorful appetizer, this Cranberry Jalapeño Dip is the perfect way to kick off your Christmas dinner. The sweet-tart cranberries and spicy jalapeños create a bold flavor combination that’s sure to impress your guests.
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3-Ingredient Slow Cooker BBQ Wings

Crock pot chicken wings with Dr Pepper and barbecue sauce beans brushed on
3-Ingredient Slow Cooker BBQ Wings. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

These Slow Cooker BBQ Wings is a sophisticated and simple appetizer, they’re the ideal way to start your Christmas dinner. Keep them warm in the slow cooker and serve them with your favorite dipping sauces.
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Garlic Whipped Ricotta Dip

Garlic Whipped Ricotta Dip. Image Credit: Cup of Zest

This creamy concoction is one of the best cold dips to serve! Blended ricotta cheese, fresh garlic, lemon juice, and a handful of herbs make a winning dip your guests will love.
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Pickle Roll Ups: Quick To Make Appetizer

Party pickle Roll-Ups on a plate with fresh dill ready to be served
Pickle Roll Ups: Quick To Make Appetizer. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Pickle roll ups are an easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for the holidays.  With these simple how-to steps, you can make this crowd-pleasing snack with minimal prep time. The best part is you only need 4 ingredients to make a big serving tray of these delicious appetizers.
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Apple Salsa with Strawberries

Apple Salsa with Strawberries. Image Credit: Mitten Girl

Fresh apples, strawberries, and mint come together in this fresh apple salsa. No cook fruit salsa is perfect for serving at parties or backyard BBQs.
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Easy Mexican Caviar Party Dip

Texas caviar with beans, cilantro, onions and seasonings
Easy Mexican Caviar Party Dip. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Also known as Texas caviar, this dip features black-eyed peas, corn, and a tangy dressing. It’s quick to assemble and can be made a day ahead to enhance the flavors.
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Sweet & Crunchy Candied Pecans Recipe

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.
Sweet & Crunchy Candied Pecans Recipe. 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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Marinated Mozzarella Balls Recipe

Marinated Mozzarella Balls Recipe. Image Credit: Recipe Pocket

These easy marinated mozzarella balls are perfect to add to a cold charcuterie and cheese board. Fresh herbs, garlic and olive oil infuse the cheese with tons of flavor.
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Black Eyed Pea Hummus Recipe

black eyed pea hummus
Black Eyed Pea Hummus Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Black Eyed Pea Hummus is where the south meets traditional hummus with a twist in this delicious, slightly nutty flavored dip.
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Ham Roll Ups Recipe

Ham Roll Ups Recipe. Image Credit: Low Carb Spark

These ham roll ups are a low carb appetizer everyone will love. Thinly sliced ham is layered with cream cheese, cheddar cheese and green onions. No cooking required and they take just minutes to make. A tasty appetizer you can easily prepare in advance so you can enjoy your party too!
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Avocado Goat Cheese Cucumber Appetizer Recipe

Avocado Goat Cheese Cucumber Appetizer Recipe. Image Credit: Haute and Healthy Living

A cucumber appetizer topped with a creamy, flavorful avocado and goat cheese mixture. They’re perfect little bites for any party or get together. They’re also naturally vegetarian, low carb, keto, and gluten-free.
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Whipped Ricotta Crostini Recipe

Whipped Ricotta Crostini Recipe. Image Credit: Through the Fibro Fog

Crostinis are one of everyone’s classic cold finger foods! Crispy homemade toasts are topped with a sweet, herb-filled creamy ricotta cheese. While the toasts need to be cooked, you can also use store bought toasts to skip the cooking. Full of rich creamy flavor, they’re sure to be a crowd pleaser.
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Classic Cheese Ball Recipe

Easy Classic Cheese Ball Recipe
Classic Cheese Ball Recipe. Image Credit: Natashas Kitchen

This homemade cheese ball recipe is the perfect appetizer for parties and holidays! Creamy cheese ball packed with cheese blends, bacon, ranch and walnuts.
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BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders

Pork sliders on Hawaiian buns with extra barbecue sauce and melted cheese
BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders. 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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Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread Appetizer

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 Appetizer. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This delectable Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread is a quick and easy appetizer perfect for nibbling on before Christmas dinner. With their savory, buttery flavor and aromatic herbs, they’re sure to impress your guests.
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15 Unique Holiday Treats to Make with Your Family This Christmas

A plate of colorful petit fours shaped like Christmas gifts, decorated in white, red, and green icing with small bows. Some have sprinkles. A festive holiday setting with a hint of greenery in the background.
15 Unique Holiday Treats. Image credit: On My Kids Plate.

Add extra sparkle to your holiday baking with these unique Christmas treats that are as fun to make as they are to eat, and they’re perfect for getting the kids involved! From decorating Easy Chocolate Rudolph Reindeer Oreos to crafting Christmas Cornflake Wreath Cookies, each recipe promises joy and deliciousness. These recipes aren’t just about the sweets—they’re about the smiles, giggles, and cherished moments of the season. Let’s make Christmas magic together! Get All The Recipes: 15 Unique Holiday Treats to Make with Your Kids This Christmas