1Christmas Deviled Eggs
Caitlin Bensel2Gougères
Caitlin Bensel
These fluffy cheese puffs are an elegant way to start any party. Little do your guests know that you can stash a big batch of them in the freezer!
Get the Gougères recipe.
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3Shrimp Dip
Will Dickey
Whip up this nostalgic dip the day before and refrigerate it overnight. All you’ll need to do is add a layer of cocktail sauce and a side of crackers for dipping.
Get the Shrimp Dip recipe.
4Cocktail Meatballs
Brian Woodcock
It doesn’t get easier than these bite-sized meatballs made in a Crock-Pot! Everything gets cooked together including the sweet and tangy sauce made with sriracha and apricot preserves. Keep them in your slow cooker on low to serve them up warm.
Get the Cocktail Meatballs recipe.
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5Cranberry Brie Bites
Will Dickey
You can make these puff pastry bites up to a week in advance. Just leave off the cranberry sauce and pistachios until you’re ready to bake.
Get the Cranberry Brie Bites recipe.
6Olive Tapenade 
Will Dickey
This spread is zippy, salty, and briny! It’s perfect for adding to your holiday charcuterie board since it pairs well with creamy goat cheese and toasted baguette slices.
Get the Olive Tapenade recipe.
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7Festive Goat Cheese Balls
Con Poulos
Though they only take less than 30 minutes to make, you don’t need to serve these red and green goat cheese balls right aways. Simply place them on a plate, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate.
Get Ree’s Festive Goat Cheese Balls recipe.
8Christmas Crudités
Con Poulos
Not only can you make this creamy, herby dip in advance, but you can also prep and cut the veggies before the holiday, too. That’s one less thing to do on Christmas Day!
Get Ree’s Christmas Crudités recipe.
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9Sausage Balls
Danielle Daly
These cheesy, savory sausage balls will come in handy all season long. You can make a big batch to keep in the freezer, then bake them or air fry them whenever the craving hits.
Get the Sausage Balls recipe.
10Apple Butter Cheese Twists
Will Dickey
Puff pastry appetizers will be your best friend during the busy holiday season—especially since they freeze and reheat so beautifully! Here, the flaky twists are swirled with cheddar, parmesan, and seasonal apple butter.
Get the Apple Butter Cheese Twists recipe.
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11Caramelized Onion Dip
Caitlin Bensel
Unlike the onion dip you might remember as a kid, this sophisticated version is made with deeply golden caramelized onions. Make it a day or two in advance since it tastes better the longer it sits.
Get the Caramelized Onion Dip recipe.
12Bacon-Wrapped Dates
Will Dickey
This bite-sized party food is both sweet and salty with a hint of spice. They can be assembled the night before and baked off just before serving.
Get the Bacon-Wrapped Dates recipe.
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13Spinach-Artichoke Dip
Will Dickey
Yes, even everyone’s favorite party dip can be made in advance. Store it in the fridge for up to four days, then bake it off for a warm and bubbling appetizer served with pita wedges for scooping.
Get the Spinach-Artichoke Dip recipe.
14Cranberry-Pecan Cheese Ball
Brian Woodcock
Sweet-tart cranberries and nutty pecans make this cheese ball perfect for the holiday season. Plus, the flavors will meld together even more when it has time to sit in the fridge.
Get Ree’s Cranberry-Pecan Cheese Ball recipe.
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15Million Dollar Dip
Hector Manuel Sanchez
This dip is full of bacon and cheese so you know it’ll be an instant crowd-pleaser! It’s best served cold or at room temperature so you can keep it stored in the fridge.
Get the Million Dollar Dip recipe.
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