Having friends and family over for the holidays can lead to a conundrum when deciding what to serve them.
Whether you want to serve ham and hops or other, lighter snacks, here are several easy hors d’oeuvre ideas whether you’re having an informal lime or dressing up for Christmas dinner:
Devilled eggs
This classic recipe is a crowd favourite and can be made beforehand to save you time on the day.
Check out this recipe for Sriracha Devilled Eggs which also has a spicy kick: https://bit.ly/4fgCIQ8
Crock Pot Party Meatballs
Featuring ground meat of your choice, this failsafe crock pot recipe does the work on its own; simply serve with toothpicks and you’re golden: https://bit.ly/4iASt7p
Bacon-wrapped plantain bites
You can’t go wrong with anything plantain, especially these bacon-wrapped plantain bites: https://bit.ly/4iDHJ8c
Cucumber and herbed cream cheese bites
Cucumbers are delicious and reasonably priced, and combined with cream cheese and optional savoury crackers, make a stellar appetizer option. Check out this recipe with a variety of topping options: https://bit.ly/3DiuI3Q
Cheesy potato stacks
The humble potato gets an alluring new look with these crispy yet delicate cheesy potato stacks: https://bit.ly/4gfwq4p
Sweet potato bites with avocado and bacon
Sweet potato is also a crowd pleaser, and topped with avocado and bacon, is sure to be a hit with friends and family. Try this recipe from Well Plated: https://bit.ly/4iHZSBZ
Pigs in a blanket
This tried and tested easy recipe consists of homemade dough which can also be made beforehand, as they can be stored for up to three days. Just warm up in the oven before serving: https://bit.ly/4gAwyLN
Caramelized onion dip
Why settle for store-bought dip when you can serve this deliciously easy version, made with caramelised onions and cream cheese? This can also be made in advance; see recipe here: https://bit.ly/3VFBO8K
Cream cheese wontons
Use store-bought wonton wrappers with your filling of choice, for example this savoury cream cheese filling: https://bit.ly/4iH60KO
Chicken puffs
Save yourself some extra cash and try making chicken puffs at home; you can make the choux pastry ahead of time and simply fill on the day. See this recipe courtesy This Bago Girl: https://www.thisbagogirl.com/2016/08/trinidad-chicken-puffs-recipe.html
Happy Holidays!