Kick off Your Holiday Feast With These Delicious Christmas Appetizers

There are several items that every Christmas dinner menu and Christmas Eve dinner menu absolutely must have. There are the tasty side dishes and the mind-boggling array of Christmas cookies, of course. Maybe a warm, cozy mulled drink like cider or wine too. But the part of the holiday feast that everyone is most excited for are the absolutely delicious Christmas appetizers. There's something so festive about serving beautiful trays of savory snacks that everyone will enjoy. In Christmases past, Ree Drummond hosted a holiday open house each year for friends and family where she made some of these delicious bites. "I'll put out a big ham and all the fixings, plus easy snacks for a crowd," she says. While you'll have to either scrap or modify your Christmas party ideas this year, there's nothing stopping you from making a feast of fun Christmas party food for your family to munch on.

For Christmas snacks that you can whip up in a flash, check out the fried goat cheese or the fig and blue cheese bruschetta. Both look impressive, but they won't take you longer than 25 minutes to make. There are also holiday favorites like stuffed bacon-wrapped dates and a couple of cheese ball varieties—the one that looks like a pine cone is insanely creative. No matter what your Christmas looks like this year, these holiday appetizers are sure to be a hit—they might even outshine your Christmas desserts!

There's just something so decadent and festive about bite-sized mushrooms! They're a great go-to Christmas appetizer. These are filled with brie and topped with crispy breadcrumbs.

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Instead of making a big cheese ball, make these personal-sized balls instead. They're easy to serve and so dang cute!

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Make this creamy herb dip to serve alongside an array of red and green veggies. The red and green colors will get everyone in the spirit!

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This cheese ball is made with cranberries and pistachios. It's an easy treat to include in your spread of holiday apps.

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SHOP CHEESE KNIVES

Stuffed dates are always a hit during winter. These are wrapped in a thick layer of bacon—how can you say no to that?

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SHOP TOOTHPICKS

It doesn't get simpler than this: Toast baguette slices and smother them in sweet fig spread and tangy blue cheese.

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Even if you're just having apps, you can still serve a holiday ham! Carve it, and guests can make their own sliders.

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Bacon-wrapped anything is always a win. However, there's something extra special about these bacon, pineapple, and shrimp skewers.

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Potato chips are an easy addition to any spread of appetizers. Make these spiced-up chips that involves jazzing up a store-bought bag.

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Buttery dinner rolls packed with delicious garlic flavor? Yes, please. The best part about this dough is that it's no-knead.

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SHOP SKILLETS

No one will expect that these mushrooms are stuffed with fluffy mashed potatoes. It'll be a delicious surprise!

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Layer crispy crostini with blue cheese and pear slices. It's an easy appetizer that tastes so good.

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These fried goat cheese bites are perfect if you're just hanging out with your kids this Christmas. The marinara dipping sauce is key.

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SHOP DIP BOWLS

There are two secret ingredients that make this cheese ball extra tasty. And talk about a seasonal presentation!

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Slice this cornbread skillet to serve along with the rest of your Christmas bites. Serve it with honey butter for an added treat.

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SHOP SKILLETS

The balsamic glaze on these "skewers" is made with plum preserves. It's an all-around Christmassy bite!

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Upgrade your deviled egg game with these 12 amazing topping ideas. The prosciutto and Parmesan deviled egg sounds especially delicious.

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Your kids will love these tortilla bites. They're made with cream cheese and red and green peppers.

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SHOP KNIVES

Serve this St. Louis specialty at Christmas along with marinara sauce for dipping. It's the perfect appetizer for just about any occasion.

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SHOP DIP BOWLS

Because these little guys are so easy to make, you can churn out a big batch in no time. They'll add a lovely crunch to your appetizer spread.

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Serve up a hearty bite with this bruschetta that's covered in goat cheese, bacon, and leeks.

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Jazz up cocktail nuts with this recipe. They're infused with rosemary, maple syrup, and orange zest for a seasonal bite.

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SHOP BOWLS

Stuffing mushrooms with stuffing is a no-brainer—along with a healthy amount of cream cheese too, of course.

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It's always smart to have a classic snack mix on hand at a party. This garlic and ranch one will be a hit—and the bowl will likely be empty in 10 minutes.

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Opt for a classic Caprese salad for your Christmas appetizers—the red and green colors make it a perfect fit!

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Adding crispy bacon and creamy goat cheese to your guac gives it a more hearty, wintery spin—and the pop of festive green doesn't hurt!

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SHOP SERVING BOWLS

Make a big batch of butternut squash soup to dole out before Christmas dinner. Leave it in the Dutch oven and let guests serve themselves.

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SHOP DUTCH OVENS

This indulgent dip is a great holiday appetizer. You can pair it with crostini or veggies.

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SHOP BOWLS

The sweet cranberry sauce covering these bite-sized meatballs is perfect for Christmastime. Serve them in your Crock-Pot to keep it easy.

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SHOP SLOW COOKERS

Make a classic sausage roll with a Christmas twist. Serve it with spicy mustard or one of your favorite sauces.

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