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This round-up includes the best easiest Christmas appetizers – easy to make ahead, healthy, made in the crock pot, and ALL crowd favorites!

Collage of Christmas appetizer recipes.

We Love Christmas Party Appetizers

With so much entertaining that happens around the holidays, a list of go-to easy Christmas appetizers is never a bad idea, because we are firm believers that you can’t go wrong with yummy appetizers at your gatherings.

To make any party a success, we’ve included a mix of warm and cold, heavy and light, sweet and savory, proteins and produce. Incorporate dishes made in different ways – oven, slow cooker, instant pot, and stove – so that they’re easier to prepare at the same time. 😉

For an easy cheese board simply add some of your favorite cheeses, pecans, prosciutto, crackers, and garnish with fresh herbs!


Our Top 10 Christmas Appetizer Picks

1 Christmas Charcuterie Board Recipe

Christmas Charcuterie Board Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes

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This simple yet stunning Christmas charcuterie board is sure to steal the show at holiday parties! It has a little something for everyone.
5 from 7 votes
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2 Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board Recipe

Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
This festive Christmas Tree Charcuterie board is sure to be the star of your holiday parties this year. The best part is it is so easy and fun to put together! 
5 from 4 votes
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3 Christmas Veggie Tray

Christmas Veggie Tray
Total Time: 10 minutes
Veggies never looked so cute with this festive Christmas Veggie Tray – prepped in 10 minutes and perfect for holiday parties!
5 from 7 votes
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4 Crock Pot Grape Jelly Meatballs

Crock Pot Grape Jelly Meatballs
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes

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Just three ingredients to make our sweet and savory crock pot grape jelly meatballs – minutes to prep for the perfect dinner or appetizer!
5 from 132 votes
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5 Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe

Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes

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Sweet and tart cranberry brie bites are perfect for holiday entertaining. They are simple to make and prep in minutes.
5 from 15 votes
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6 Spinach Artichoke Dip

Spinach Artichoke Dip
Total Time: 35 minutes

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Our easy spinach artichoke dip is extra delicious, cheesy and prepped in minutes – making it the ultimate party dip!
5 from 188 votes
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7 Deviled Eggs

Deviled Eggs
Total Time: 35 minutes

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There's nothing better than a platter of these perfect deviled eggs. They are easy, flavorful, and great for parties and holidays!
5 from 53 votes
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8 Bisquick Sausage Balls

Bisquick Sausage Balls
Total Time: 30 minutes

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These cheesy, savory Bisquick sausage balls need only 5 ingredients and 30 minutes making them a go-to party appetizer.
5 from 15 votes
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9 Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

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This savory bacon ranch cheese ball is party-perfect. It's prepped in 10 minutes and feeds a dozen people or more!!
5 from 16 votes
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10 Cranberry Salsa Recipe

Cranberry Salsa Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
Tangy Cranberry Salsa has just the right amount of zip. It's a gorgeous snack or appetizer for any gathering, but especially for the holidays!
5 from 9 votes
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More Christmas Appetizers

11 Brie and Pear Tarts Recipe

Brie and Pear Tarts Recipe
Total Time: 18 minutes
Decadent Brie and Pear Tarts are elegant, delicious, and ready in under 20 minutes! Dazzle your guests with these refined hor d'oeuvres.
5 from 6 votes
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12 Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip Recipe

Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
Total Time: 1 day 35 minutes
Zesty cranberry cream cheese dip has the perfect zing-to-cream ratio and is sure to be a favorite seasonal appetizer!
5 from 5 votes
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13 Christmas Vegetable Tree

Christmas Vegetable Tree
Total Time: 20 minutes
This Veggie Christmas Tree is sure to be a show stopper! It is tasty, impressive, and oh so festive.
5 from 19 votes
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14 Dill Veggie Dip Recipe

Dill Veggie Dip Recipe
Total Time: 7 minutes
Our go-to fresh and creamy dill veggie dip recipe is ready in only 7 minutes, – quick, simple, and perfect for parties and all your snacking needs!
5 from 49 votes
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15 Bacon Wrapped Smokies Recipes

Bacon Wrapped Smokies Recipes
Total Time: 40 minutes

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Just 3 ingredients to make candied bacon wrapped smokies. They are the ultimate appetizer and always the first to disappear!
5 from 81 votes
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16 Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip

Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

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With creamy cheese, shredded spinach, and artichokes this easy crockpot spinach artichoke dip is ultimate dip.
5 from 146 votes
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17 Cheese Fondue

Cheese Fondue
Total Time: 20 minutes

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This simple cheese fondue is gooey perfection and is made in minutes. It's a showstopper dip to share, or not!
5 from 15 votes
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18 Beanie Weenies

Beanie Weenies
Total Time: 50 minutes
With only 5 minutes of prep and 3 ingredients, these brown sugar beanie weenies are by far one of the easiest appetizers!
5 from 18 votes
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19 Crockpot Meatballs

Crockpot Meatballs
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes

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Our favorite sweet and savory crockpot meatballs are prepped in only 5 minutes for the perfect no-fuss party appetizer!
5 from 215 votes
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20 Baked Brie in Puff Pastry

Baked Brie in Puff Pastry
Total Time: 30 minutes

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Buttery & flaky baked brie puff pastry is cheesy with a pop of bright apricot jam. It is fancy and delicious!
5 from 18 votes
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21 Pull Apart Bread Recipe

Pull Apart Bread Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

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Pull Apart Bread is a favorite appetizer and perfect for sharing. There is cheesy, delicious goodness in every bite!
5 from 7 votes
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22 Burrata Board Recipe

Burrata Board Recipe
Total Time: 26 minutes
This simple burrata board is a stunning and sophisticated appetizer. It's easy to assemble, and perfect for any occasion!
5 from 6 votes
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23 Knorr Spinach Dip

Knorr Spinach Dip
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes

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Creamy Knorr spinach dip's savory flavors pair perfectly with veggies and your favorite crackers making it a party favorite!
5 from 4 votes
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24 Ham and Cheese Slider Recipe

Ham and Cheese Slider Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

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Our hot ham and cheese slider recipe is easy and on the table in 30 minutes – an absolutely addicting crowd favorite that disappears in a heartbeat!
5 from 98 votes
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25 Easy Bruschetta Recipe

Easy Bruschetta Recipe
Total Time: 14 minutes

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This easy bruschetta recipe is quick and simple. With just 5 ingredients, it's the perfect appetizer for any occasion.
5 from 28 votes
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26 Veggie Cups Appetizer

Veggie Cups Appetizer
Total Time: 15 minutes
Quick and Easy Veggie Cup Appetizers – filled with dressing and veggies, this mess-free snack is great for so many occasions.
5 from 3 votes
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27 Cheese Ball Bites Recipe

Cheese Ball Bites Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Mini Cheese Ball Bites taste just like a loaded cheese ball, but mini! They are perfect grab and go appetizers.
4.88 from 25 votes
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28 Tortellini Skewers Recipe

Tortellini Skewers Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
Quick + simple pesto Tortellini Skewers whip up in minutes for a tasty appetizer perfect for any occasion. They are cheesy and delicious!
5 from 13 votes
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29 Caprese Kabobs Recipe

Caprese Kabobs Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
Simple, quick and delicious Caprese Kabobs take minutes to throw together and are perfect for any party or get together.
5 from 12 votes
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30 Fruit Dip

Fruit Dip
Total Time: 10 minutes

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Our top-requested fruit dip is a 5-ingredient fresh and creamy dream that whips up in minutes and disappears just as fast!
5 from 207 votes
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31 Homemade Salsa

Homemade Salsa
Total Time: 10 minutes

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Our homemade salsa recipe is fresh, flavorful, and easy to make—perfect for chips, tacos, and all your favorite Mexican dishes!
5 from 114 votes
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32 Salsa Verde Recipe

Salsa Verde Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes

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Sweet Salsa Verde – a delicious salsa recipe that is sweet and takes just minutes to make. Ingredients include tomatillos, jalapenos, sugar, & cilantro.
4.99 from 50 votes
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33 Sausage Stuffed Jalapenos

Sausage Stuffed Jalapenos
Total Time: 30 minutes

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Quick and simple sausage stuffed jalapenos are filled with cream cheese and baked to perfection in only 30 minutes.
5 from 54 votes
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34 Fried Zucchini

Fried Zucchini
Total Time: 25 minutes

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Restaurant-style fried zucchini is a family favorite! It's simply addicting, especially dipped in ranch or marinara.
5 from 229 votes
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35 Fried Green Beans

Fried Green Beans
Total Time: 25 minutes

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Crisped to perfection and ready in under 30 minutes, crunchy fried green beans will make your appetizer dreams come true!
4.96 from 88 votes
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36 Fried Mac and Cheese Recipe

Fried Mac and Cheese Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
This copycat version of Cheesecake Factory's Fried Mac and Cheese appetizer is to die for! It's made of creamy mac and cheese inside a delicious and crispy breading.
4.90 from 37 votes
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37 Fried Ravioli Recipe

Fried Ravioli Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes

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Ready to enjoy in only 15 minutes, this crispy and cheesy fried ravioli is a fan-favorite appetizer! We love to serve it with warm marinara.
4.91 from 22 votes
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38 Cream Cheese Wontons

Cream Cheese Wontons
Total Time: 15 minutes

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These golden, crispy fried cream cheese wontons are irresistible, bursting with savory-tangy cream cheese, and ready in just 15 minutes!
5 from 30 votes
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39 Egg Rolls Recipe

Egg Rolls Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes

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Ready in only 20 minutes, this crispy egg rolls recipe is the perfect appetizer or side to any Asian meal!
4.99 from 195 votes
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40 Mozzarella Sticks

Mozzarella Sticks
Total Time: 40 minutes

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Everyone is obsessed with these gooey homemade mozzarella sticks, breaded with a flavorful coating and fried to golden perfection.
5 from 24 votes
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41 Pineapple Cheese Balls

Pineapple Cheese Balls
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Sweet + tangy Pineapple Cheese Ball is crusted with pecans for a perfect combination. The juicy pineapple pops are irresistible!
5 from 6 votes
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42 Spinach Artichoke Bites

Spinach Artichoke Bites
Total Time: 20 minutes

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Spinach artichoke bites are encased in a flaky crescent cup for a favorite finger food appetizer, ready in 20 minutes and always a hit!
4.99 from 206 votes
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43 Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites Recipe

Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites Recipe
Total Time: 50 minutes
Tender Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites are packed with sweet and savory flavor with just a hint of spice!
5 from 15 votes
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44 Crockpot BBQ Meatballs

Crockpot BBQ Meatballs
Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
Our sweet & savory crockpot bbq meatballs recipe are a hit at every party and only require 5 minutes of prep.
5 from 10 votes
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45 Bacon Wrapped Dates Recipe

Bacon Wrapped Dates Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Sweet and savory bacon wrapped dates make a tasty appetizer. The contrasting flavors combine for the perfect bite!
5 from 7 votes
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46 Pineapple Meatballs Recipe

Pineapple Meatballs Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes
Sweet and savory Pineapple Meatballs are a perfectly easy appetizer for parties and get-togethers or a delicious side dish for dinner.
5 from 21 votes
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47 Monte Cristo Sliders

Monte Cristo Sliders
Total Time: 40 minutes
Our favorite sandwich made mini – quick prep Monte Cristo sliders are sweet and savory for the ultimate party food!
4.89 from 9 votes
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48 Cheese and Crackers

Cheese and Crackers
Total Time: 10 minutes
This classic cheese and crackers board is a favorite for sharing, and perfectly customizable for any occasion!
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49 Spinach Artichoke Cups Recipe

Spinach Artichoke Cups Recipe
Total Time: 22 minutes
Cheesy Spinach Artichoke Cups are simple to make, and packed full of delicious spinach and cheese flavor! They are baked to perfection.
5 from 4 votes
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50 Caesar Salad Cups Recipe

Caesar Salad Cups Recipe
Total Time: 14 minutes
Caesar Salad Cups are a quick, simple and tasty side dish or appetizer. They're mini salads in a cup and great for parties and get togethers!
5 from 10 votes
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7 Comments

  1. Terri says:

    How do you get to the pineapple cheese ball recipe?

  2. Kristina says:

    I made a huge batch of the bacon wrapped smokies for a Christmas party earlier this month. I froze a couple of dozen to make on Christmas morning. I thawed them in the fridge overnight, added the brown sugar and baked them. Perfect addition to our Christmas morning breakfast.

  3. Olivia says:

    Love all the different ideas for appetizers. You cant go wrong with any of these. Trying to decide which one will be the hardest.

  4. Joy says:

    Love this list!! We make your bruschetta & spinach artichoke dip every year, multiple times a year!! The appetizers are the best part of the meal!!

  5. jess says:

    this is amazing and those spinach puffs are everything! thank you so much for sharing all these amazing recipes!

  6. Jessica says:

    Okay the only hard part is choosing what to make!! Everything looks amazing!

  7. Gina F says:

    This is the best collection yet! We love those sausage balls and we are making a bunch more for Christmas!