Head into Christmas dinner stress-free thanks to these easy appetizer recipes that are perfect for holiday entertaining.
Christmas Appetizers
Sweet and savory options to keep the whole extended family happily munching until dinnertime. via https://www.pinterest.com/pin/283375001531740193/” target=”blank”>Pinterest; Pinterest; Pinterest_
Christmas Appetizers Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts
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Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts: Soy sauce-soaked water chestnuts add a pop of much-needed salt and a hint of crunch to support the main start of this snack: bacon. Get the recipe from Dear Crissy.
Christmas Appetizers Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Wreath
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Cranberry and Brie Puff Pastry Wreath: Rosemary brings just the right amount of savory flavor to this buttery beauty, and it’s sure to make an impression when you set it out. Get the recipe from Simply Delicious.
Christmas Appetizers Easy Graham Cracker Toffee
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Easy Graham Cracker Toffee: Pro tip: Break it into smaller pieces so that no one can ruin their appetites before the main course is served. Get the recipe from Two Peas and Their Pod.
Christmas Appetizers Wonton Mozzarella Sticks
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Wonton Mozzarella Sticks: With these crispy wrappers as the exterior, soggy and underwhelming mozzarella sticks are a thing of the past! Get the recipe from Damn Delicious.
Christmas Appetizers Three Ingredient Strawberry Santas
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Three-Ingredient Strawberry Santas: These treats are doubly sweet: They look and taste like dessert, but they’re downright heavenly on your waistline. Get the recipe from Smart School House.
Christmas Appetizers Bite Sized Bloomin Onions
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Bite-Sized Bloomin Onions: Elegant apps are all well and good, but this nod to one very popular guilty pleasure might just steal the show before your Christmas dinner. Get the recipe from Macheesmo.
Christmas Appetizers Cranberry Pecan Mini Goat Cheese Balls
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Cranberry Pecan Mini Goat Cheese Balls: If you want to impress your guests without slaving away over an appetizer tray, these adorable edibles should be your go-to. Get the recipe from Mom on Timeout.
Christmas Appetizers Santa Veggie Tray
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Santa Veggie Tray: This beyond easy appetizer is just too darn cute to be forgotten! Get the recipe from Totally the Bomb.
Christmas Appetizers 5 Minute Million Dollar Dip
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5-Minute Million Dollar Dip: Creamy cheese and rich bacon are absolute flavor perfection piled on top of buttery, salty Ritz crackers. Everyone will come back for more! Get the recipe from The Recipe Critic.
Christmas Appetizers Cranberry Feta Pinwheels
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Cranberry and Feta Pinwheels: Opt for spinach tortillas instead of regular to give this easy finger food some festive flair. Get the recipe from The Girl Who Ate Everything.
Christmas Appetizers Easy Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bites
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Easy Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bites: They look adorable and their flavor is deliciously complex, so no one will know just how little time they took you to make! Get the recipe from Crunchy Creamy Sweet.
Christmas Appetizers Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites
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Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Cucumber Bites: When it comes to easy preparation and elegant impression, these bitty bites are the creme de la creme. Get the recipe from Baker by Nature.
Christmas Appetizers Holiday Cheese Wreath
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Holiday Cheese Wreath: With a little style to your plating, your apps don’t have to be complicated or hard to whip up in order to make a big impression. Get the recipe from Five Heart Home.
Christmas Appetizers Cookie Dip
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Christmas Cookie Dough Dip: There’s no choosing between the cookie and the dough with this delicious dip platter–have your cookie and dip it in dough, too! Get the recipe from Dinner at the Zoo.
Christmas Appetizers Cranberry Brie Bites
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Cranberry and Brie Bites: They’re like popable, mess-free mini versions of baked brie and, believe us, they’re going to fly off the platter faster than you can replace them. Get the recipe from Nicky’s Kitchen Sanctuary.
Christmas Appetizers Slow Cooker Chex Mix
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Slow Cooker Chex Mix: While you prepare for the party, the slow cooker spices up this snack mix to irresistible, can’t-stop perfection. Get the recipe from Gimme Some Oven.
Christmas Appetizers Crunch
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Christmas Crunch: This snack mix is everything! It’s a little crunchy, a little creamy, a little salty, and a little sweet. Careful, though: It can easily be addictive! Get the recipe from Cooking Classy.
Christmas Appetizers Bruschetta Cheese Ball
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Bruschetta Cheese Ball: Save yourself the time and effort of crisping crostini and chopping tomatoes because this easy cheese-y ball packs all the flavor of the Italian classic. Get the recipe from Carlsbad Cravings.
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