This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.

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

Appetizer Christmas Charcuterie Board Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 7 votes
Get the recipe

2 Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board Recipe

Appetizer Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
5 from 4 votes
Get the recipe

3 Christmas Veggie Tray

Appetizer Christmas Veggie Tray
Total Time: 10 minutes
5 from 7 votes
Get the recipe

4 Crock Pot Grape Jelly Meatballs

Appetizer, Main Course Crock Pot Grape Jelly Meatballs
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 132 votes
Get the recipe

5 Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe

Appetizer Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 15 votes
Get the recipe

6 Spinach Artichoke Dip

Appetizer Spinach Artichoke Dip
Total Time: 35 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 188 votes
Get the recipe

7 Deviled Eggs Recipe

Appetizer Deviled Eggs Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 53 votes
Get the recipe

8 Bisquick Sausage Balls

Appetizer, Breakfast Bisquick Sausage Balls
Total Time: 30 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 15 votes
Get the recipe

9 Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

Appetizer Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 16 votes
Get the recipe

10 Cranberry Salsa Recipe

Appetizer Cranberry Salsa Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
5 from 9 votes
Get the recipe

More Christmas Appetizers

11 Brie and Pear Tarts Recipe

Appetizer Brie and Pear Tarts Recipe
Total Time: 18 minutes
5 from 6 votes
Get the recipe

12 Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip Recipe

Appetizer, Snack Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
Total Time: 1 day 35 minutes
5 from 5 votes
Get the recipe

13 Christmas Vegetable Tree

Appetizer Christmas Vegetable Tree
Total Time: 20 minutes
5 from 19 votes
Get the recipe

14 Dill Veggie Dip Recipe

Appetizer, Snack Dill Veggie Dip Recipe
Total Time: 7 minutes
5 from 49 votes
Get the recipe

15 Bacon Wrapped Smokies Recipes

Appetizer Bacon Wrapped Smokies Recipes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 81 votes
Get the recipe

16 Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip

Appetizer Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 146 votes
Get the recipe

17 Cheese Fondue

Appetizer Cheese Fondue
Total Time: 20 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 15 votes
Get the recipe

18 Beanie Weenies

Appetizer Beanie Weenies
Total Time: 50 minutes
5 from 18 votes
Get the recipe

19 Crockpot Meatballs

Appetizer Crockpot Meatballs
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 214 votes
Get the recipe

20 Baked Brie in Puff Pastry

Appetizer Baked Brie in Puff Pastry
Total Time: 30 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 18 votes
Get the recipe

21 Pull Apart Bread Recipe

Appetizer Pull Apart Bread Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 7 votes
Get the recipe

22 Burrata Board Recipe

Appetizer Burrata Board Recipe
Total Time: 26 minutes
5 from 6 votes
Get the recipe

23 Knorr Spinach Dip

Appetizer, Snack Knorr Spinach Dip
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 4 votes
Get the recipe

24 Ham and Cheese Slider Recipe

Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish Ham and Cheese Slider Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 98 votes
Get the recipe

25 Easy Bruschetta Recipe

Appetizer Easy Bruschetta Recipe
Total Time: 14 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 28 votes
Get the recipe

26 Veggie Cups Appetizer

Appetizer Veggie Cups Appetizer
Total Time: 15 minutes
5 from 3 votes
Get the recipe

27 Cheese Ball Bites Recipe

Appetizer Cheese Ball Bites Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
4.96 from 23 votes
Get the recipe

28 Tortellini Skewers Recipe

Appetizer Tortellini Skewers Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
5 from 13 votes
Get the recipe

29 Caprese Kabobs Recipe

Appetizer Caprese Kabobs Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
5 from 12 votes
Get the recipe

30 Easy Fruit Dip

Dessert, Snack Easy Fruit Dip
Total Time: 10 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 207 votes
Get the recipe

31 Salsa Recipe

Appetizer Salsa Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 113 votes
Get the recipe

32 Salsa Verde Recipe

Appetizer Salsa Verde Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes

Recipe Video

4.99 from 50 votes
Get the recipe

33 Sausage Stuffed Jalapenos

Appetizer Sausage Stuffed Jalapenos
Total Time: 30 minutes

Recipe Video

4.98 from 36 votes
Get the recipe

34 Fried Zucchini

Appetizer, Side Dish Fried Zucchini
Total Time: 10 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 228 votes
Get the recipe

35 Fried Green Beans

Appetizer Fried Green Beans
Total Time: 25 minutes

Recipe Video

4.96 from 88 votes
Get the recipe

36 Fried Mac and Cheese Recipe

Appetizer, Main Course Fried Mac and Cheese Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
4.90 from 37 votes
Get the recipe

37 Fried Ravioli Recipe

Main Course Fried Ravioli Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes

Recipe Video

4.91 from 22 votes
Get the recipe

38 Cream Cheese Wontons Recipe

Appetizer Cream Cheese Wontons Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 30 votes
Get the recipe

39 Egg Rolls Recipe

Appetizer Egg Rolls Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes

Recipe Video

4.99 from 195 votes
Get the recipe

40 Mozzarella Sticks

Appetizer Mozzarella Sticks
Total Time: 40 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 24 votes
Get the recipe

41 Pineapple Cheese Balls

Appetizer Pineapple Cheese Balls
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
5 from 6 votes
Get the recipe

42 Spinach Artichoke Bites

Appetizer Spinach Artichoke Bites
Total Time: 20 minutes

Recipe Video

4.99 from 205 votes
Get the recipe

43 Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites Recipe

Appetizer Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites Recipe
Total Time: 50 minutes
5 from 14 votes
Get the recipe

44 Crockpot BBQ Meatballs

Main Course Crockpot BBQ Meatballs
Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
5 from 10 votes
Get the recipe

45 Bacon Wrapped Dates Recipe

Appetizer Bacon Wrapped Dates Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
5 from 7 votes
Get the recipe

46 Pineapple Meatballs Recipe

Appetizer Pineapple Meatballs Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes
5 from 21 votes
Get the recipe

47 Monte Cristo Sliders

Appetizer Monte Cristo Sliders
Total Time: 40 minutes
4.89 from 9 votes
Get the recipe

48 Cheese and Crackers

Appetizer Cheese and Crackers
Total Time: 10 minutes
Get the recipe

49 Spinach Artichoke Cups Recipe

Appetizer Spinach Artichoke Cups Recipe
Total Time: 22 minutes
5 from 4 votes
Get the recipe

50 Caesar Salad Cups Recipe

Appetizer, Salad Caesar Salad Cups Recipe
Total Time: 14 minutes
5 from 10 votes
Get the recipe

About Kristyn

My name is Kristyn and I’m the mom of SIX stinkin’ cute kids and the wife to my smokin’ hot hubby, Lo. My mom’s maiden name is Luna, and I’m one of the many crafty “Lil’ Lunas” in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

So Easy & So Yummy

Get my cookbook!

My new cookbook is the ultimate resource for feeding your friends and family with 200+ simple recipes including videos, tips & more!

Leave a comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

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!