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36+ Best Christmas Appetizer Recipes To Try In 2020

December 4, 2020 By Sarah This post may contain affiliate links. For more information please read my disclosure

36+ Best Christmas Appetizer Recipes To Try In 2020

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If you need some help picking out your Christmas appetizer recipes this year, then these examples will definitely give you some ideas to get started! I tried to find recipes that you would actually make and enjoy instead of something crazy that never turns out like the pictures! So whether you need a last-minute slider recipe, a tasty crockpot app, or just an easy dip… you’ll find the easy and practical recipes below!

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Here are the recipes I found:

Christmas Appetizer Charcuterie Board

charcuterie board recipe tutorial for christmas
Source: No. 2 Pencil

A charcuterie board takes a special place on the table for any event and holiday. It can be decorated in any way and shape you like. So, why not make it in the form of a Christmas wreath? It not only looks amazing, but it’s the perfect appetizer that everyone will like. Just look at it!

Merry Little Christmas Deviled Eggs

deviled egg appetizer for chrimstas
Source: She Keeps A Lovely Home

Are you one of those people who enjoy decorating their entire home for Christmas? Then, here’s A recipe to decorate your table. These Christmas deviled eggs are incredibly delicious, cute, and have that holiday vibe. These are a must have this December!

Mini Chicken Parmesan Lasagne Rolls

mini chicken parm rolls for christmas
Source: Homemade Interest

Bite-sized snacks are a great idea for any event… They’re perfect for the holiday season when you have a lot of guests or you’re just having dinner with the family! These mini chicken parmesan lasagna rolls are a wonderful Christmas appetizer you can easily make following this recipe!

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Baked Ham & Cheese Rollups

quick and easy appetizer ideas for christmas
Source: High Heels and Grills

Can we all agree that ham and cheese is one of the easiest things to make!? If you like serving them as an appetizer, you’ll fall head over heels for this recipe. It shows you how to make baked ham and cheese rollups you can serve for the family and would also make a great left over snack!

Caramelized Pigs In A Blanket

fast app recipe for holiday season
Source: 5 Boys Baker

Pigs in a blanket are one of my favorite appetizers and snacks, especially during the holidays. This recipe shows you how to make a caramelized version of them. Some smokies wrapping in roll strips and a sweet and buttery sauce, and you have a sweet and delish Christmas appetizer! Can’t wait for these!

Christmas Tree Spinach Dip Breadsticks

bread stick appetizer for holiday gathering
Source: It’s Always Autumn

I don’t know about you but we can’t have a holiday dinner without a few hours of appetizers to star things off! If you’re looking for a creative Christmas appetizer recipe, check out this one. It shows you how to turn refrigerated dough into a holiday tree, decorated with spinach dipped stuffed breadsticks. This looks super tasty!

Cheesy Tomato Mozzarella Caprese Dip

best christmas dip recipe example
Source: The Cookie Rookie

Dips work magic for parties and gatherings… or even just for yourself 🙂 So, why not make a dip for this Christmas family gathering? If you’re out of ideas, take a look at this tomato mozzarella Caprese dip recipe. It’s the best cheesy appetizer that is easy to make. Check it out!

Mini Muffin Appetizers Party Sandwiches

mini party sandwhiches for christmas
Source: Celebrations at Home

If it’s always a muffin time in your home, then, you need to incorporate these sweet wonders into your menu this holiday season. And, I’m not talking about the regular sweet muffins… but ones that work as appetizers like these ones. They are filled with turkey, brie, and cranberry cream cheese spread. Yummy!

Baked Turkey & Cheese Sliders

easy slider recipe for christmas
Source: Lemon Tree Dwelling

Looking for a quick and simple snack that makes more than just a couple servings?! Then, I got the right recipe for you. You can make these baked turkey cheese sliders in only 30 minutes. Even better, you can make them ahead so that you don’t have to rush in the kitchen but enjoy the party

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Spinach Artichoke Dip Appetizer

easy to make appetizer for holiday dinner
Source: Go Go Go Gourmet

Making delicious food for the holidays that also looks amazing is always a win win! If you’re looking for a decorative appetizer to serve for the Christmas feast this year, you’ve come to the right place. This recipe shows you how to make baked spinach artichoke dip cups. Perfect!

Cheesy Bacon Ranch Dip

bacon and ranch dip recipe for christmas
Source: Deliciously Sprinkled

If you’re taking a break from the diet for a few days this holiday season… then, you have to make this cheesy bacon ranch dip. It’s made of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, ranch dressing, and beer or chicken stock. Simple to make, super tasty, and I don’t know anyone who wouldn’t love this one!

Salami Cream Cheese Roll Ups

quick roll up appetizer for december
Source: Sugar Apron

Fingerfood and small bite appetizers are a great idea the holidays since you can just let everyone GRAZE, right?! If you’re looking for some delicious snacks that are easy to make, these salami and cream cheese rollups are the one for you. These would be a great way to start off the celebration!

Crockpot Meatballs

crock pot appetizer recipe example for xmas
Source: Lil’ Luna

Meatballs work perfectly as an easy appetizer for Christmas and they’re a staple in our house every year! This recipe shows you how to make flavorful crockpot meatballs. They are super easy to make, extra delicious, and take only 5 minutes to prepare… whats better than that?!

Baked Potato Slices

baked mini bite potato slice recipe
Source: The Cozy Cook

Everyone loves potatoes, that’s a fact, right!? But since fries don’t work well as appetizers, you can make these baked potato slices. They’re topped with melted cheese, bacon, and italian seasoning. Plus… potatoes and sour cream is a no brainer! Crispy yet soft, they’re the must-have appetizer this holiday season

Tortellini Party Snacks

mini party bites for christmas
Source: Confetti & Bliss

Need a last-minute snack to serve this Christmas? No problem! This recipe shows you how to prepare delicious tortellini party snacks. The best thing about them is that they can be made in just 30 minutes!

Roast Beef & Cheddar Sliders

easy slider recipe for christmas
Source: Everyday Made Fresh

When simplicity and convenience is you’re looking for from your holiday snacks, these roast beef and cheddar sliders are a perfect choice! They’re super easy to make and work perfectly for any type of gathering. The butter topping takes them to the next level…
and you’re kids or husband will love these as left overs too!

Pull Apart Cheesy Garlic Bread

cheesy bread easy appetizer
Source: Savory Experiments

Looking for an easy to make Christmas appetizer? This cheesy garlic bread is the one for you! It’s made of only 3 ingredients: a loaf of bread, cheese, and garlic. Just follow the simple steps in this recipe and you’ll have a delish Christmas snack in no time

Spicy Italian Sausage Dip

fast dip recipe to make for christmas
Source: Yellow Bliss Road

Do you or your relatives love spicy sauces? Then, you can’t miss this Italian sausage dip. It’s made with spicy sausage and three types of cheese. This is another quick recipe that would be perfect to set out before dinner and let everyone grab a bite!

Baked Mashed Potato Bites Recipe

mashed potato bites for appetizer
Source: Cookin Canuck

A bite-sized snack?! Yes, please! There’s nothing better than snacks you can eat in one bite. They are delicious, easy to make, and even easier to eat. And, if you make these baked mashed potato bites, you’ll be the best host ever. Check out the recipe to make them!

The Best Cheese Ball I Ever Had

best cheese ball recipe for christmas
Source: Oh Sweet Basil

Cheese balls definetly of one my go to’s when it comes to quick but tasty app! If the traditional cheese balls are too boring for you, you can make this colorful one! It will add color to your Christmas spread and everyone will love it

Baked Mac & Cheese Cups

quick mac and cheese appetizer for holiday party
Source: Delicious Little Bites

Are you a mac’n’cheese lover? Nice! Here’s an extra delicious recipe you can serve as a simple appetizer. These baked mac and cheese cups are easy to make and look lovely. Everyone will love eating them, that’s for sure!

Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Appetizer

sweet potato little bites for appetizer
Source: Cooking On The Front Burner

Is there something like a perfect holiday party appetizer? Yes, there is. It’s this sweet potato and goat cheese recipe. Combining the sweetness of the potatoes and the specific taste of the goat cheese, you get a finger-licking snack that is easy to make. Perfect!

Cheesy Stuffed Garlic Butter Crescent Rolls

simple crescent roll appetizer recipe idea
Source: Lauren’s Latest

It seems that no Christmas dinner or appetizer spread can go without crescent rolls, right?! If the traditional crescents are too BASIC and dull for you, you can add a twist. A bit of garlic herb butter and mozzarella cheese filling will turn the conventional crescents into a super-delish Christmas appetizer! Love it!

Crockpot Little Smokies

mini crock pot reicpe for holiday appetizers
Source: Dessert Now Dinner Later

Crockpot recipes are easy to make and my crockpot is always working overtime from thanksgiving to the end of the year! This little smokie recipe perfect. Made with only 3 ingredients, it’s the must have appetizer for the holidays. Check it out!

Baked Brie & Prosciutto Rolls

fancy appetizer recipe for christmas
Source: Half Baked Harvest

Hosting a Christmas dinner for the family? Then, you need these delicious rolls. They are filled with brie, salty prosciutto, and are drizzled with honey. And, they are made in 30 minutes… it doesn’t get better than that!

Beer Cheese Dip

pretzel and cheese dip for party
Source: Sallys Baking Addiction

If you’re husband or kids love those pretzels you get at the football games… they’ll love this recipe! These beer cheese dip paired with soft preztels is a great game day snack! Plus, it’s the perfect, easy-to-make Christmas appetizer

Spinach Dip Recipe

quick spinach dip recipe for the holidays
Source: Alyonas Cooking

Christmas snacks are usually high in fat and carbs, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t healthy recipes. This spinach dip is one of them. It’s keto-friendly, yet equally delicious as other creamy dips. Check it out!

Baked Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges

easy potato wedge recipe example
Source: Creme De La Crumb

It’s said that you have to see it to believe it. Well, I say you have to try to believe when it comes this one! I know finding easy to make and delicious snacks is hard but not impossible. If you don’t believe me, check out this baked garlic parmesan potato wedges recipe. It will blow you away!

Crispy & Baked Toasted Ravioli

baked ravioli appetizer recipe tutorial
Source: My Sequined Life

Ravioli work perfectly as a small bite snack. So, why not make some for this holiday season? Here’s a recipe that shows you how to make crispy and baked toasted ravioli. You can serve them as an appetizer for Christmas dinner with marinara sauce. Yummy!

Buffalo Chicken Dip

easy chicken dip for christmas
Source: Gimme Some Oven

When you’re in need of a simple, easy to make, and delicious snack… try out this buffalo chicken dip recipe. It’s full of flavors and it takes around 30 minutes to make. It’s a must-have appetizer that you can’t go wrong with!

Sweet Potato Appetizers

mini sweet potato bites
Source: Kaylns Kitchen

Don’t you just love the taste of sweet potatoes? I can’t resist them, and if you’re like me, you’ll fall for these sweet potato bites with feta cheese. They are incredibly delicious and healthy – just the perfect Christmas appetizer recipe!

French Onion Tartlets

easy french onion small bites
Source: Girl Verus Dough

Looking for the perfect holiday snack? Take a look at these French onion tartlets! They are savory and placed in crispy mini fillo shells. Did I mention they are super-tasty? Well, they are, so your guests won’t be able to stop adding these to their plates! I don’t think you’ll have any left overs of these unfortunately

Bacon Wrapped Crackers Appetizer

bacon wrapped appetizer recipe example
Source: The Cookie Rookie

Anything with bacon is a YES in my book! These bacon wrapped crackers are super simple, even I couldn’t mess these up! Some multi-grain crackers, sliced pepper bacon, grated parmesan, and dark brown sugar is all you need to prepare this tasty appetizer

Garlic Herb Roasted Shrimp

roasted shrimp for christmas appetizer
Source: Joyful Healthy Eats

Having a shrimp cocktail is always a go-to for our Christmas appteizers. They can be pretty healthy… better than some of the other ideas here lol, and even more tasty. But, if you had enough of serving them the same old way, try this garlic-herb roasted shrimp recipe. It’s made in 15 minutes and is served with a homemade cocktail sauce!

Crispy Fried Green Beans

fried green bean recipe for appetizer
Source: Small Town Woman

Looking for a hassle-free snack you can serve as an appetizer for Christmas? Look no further! These crispy fried green beans with sriracha mayo are the perfect, bite-sized, snack for you. They’re one of the easiest recipes you can make in just about 30 minutes

Roasted Cauliflower Bites

cauliflower small bite appetizer
Source: Salt & Lavender

The holiday season usually adds a few (or more) pounds to everyone since we all indulge in different our favorite. So, if you don’t want this to happen to you, make sure you prepare a few… or at least one healthy meal lol. For example, you can prepare these roasted cauliflower bites with a mint dip. They are vegetarian and are made in half an hour!

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