Wondering what to serve at a Christmas party? You’ve just stumbled across the BEST list of easy ideas for Christmas Appetizers!
These easy ideas for Christmas appetizers are your ticket to kicking off a deliciously successful party. Plus, they’re the perfect excuse to indulge in your favorite holiday appetizers you’ve been waiting for all year long!
From make-ahead dips and snacks to the best crowd-pleasing finger foods, your guests will be talking about your fabulous holiday hors d’oeuvres all evening long. And no one will know just how simple they were to make… that will be our little secret, okay?
Plus, you’ll love how versatile these delicious recipes are. You can serve these appetizers at Christmas parties, Christmas buffets, Christmas gatherings, for Christmas dinner and more!
So make sure you have even more tasty fun this Christmas season… and try some of these rich and decadent Christmas appetizer recipes your friends and family will LOVE!
Go grab some fun new holiday appetizer recipes here…
Christmas Appetizers
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What Should I Serve At A Christmas Party?
I always like to think of who will be attending my Christmas party and what foods they like. That way I can design a party food menu that will cater to their specific tastes. I want everyone to have something to eat that they will love. To get started, here are some real crowd pleasing Christmas party appetizer ideas…
- Charcuterie Board
- Cocktail Meatballs
- Cold Dips
- Dessert Dips
- Hot Dips
- Little Smokies
- Seasoned Chex Mix
- Seafood Platters
- Sliders
What Are Good Finger Foods?
Finger Foods make every party more fun, including Christmas parties. Here are some of the most popular finger food ideas:
- Charcuterie Board
- Chex Mix
- Chips and Dip
- Deviled Eggs
- Fruit Platter
- Sliders
What Are The Most Popular Appetizers?
Frugal Girls readers have clicked on and shared these popular appetizers the most:
- Crock Pot Spinach Dip Recipe
- Crockpot Bacon Wrapped Smokies Recipe
- Crockpot Cranberry Meatballs Recipe
- Crock Pot Kielbasa BBQ Ranch
- Crockpot Crab Dip
Christmas Cream Cheese Dip Recipes ::
Crock Pot Spinach Dip Recipe
Crockpot Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
Crockpot Crab Dip Recipe
Easy Crockpot French Onion Dip Recipe
Crockpot Creamy Salsa Dip Recipe
Easy Nacho Dip Recipe
Warm Gumbo Dip Recipe
Cold Christmas Dips ::
Cold Bacon Spinach Dip Recipe
Best Cold Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
Cheddar Bacon Ranch Dip Recipe
Jalepeno Cheddar Dip Recipe
Individual Seven Layer Dip Cups Recipe
Hot Dips for Christmas ::
Crockpot Broccoli Cheese Dip Recipe
Skinny Spinach Dip Recipe
Easy Crockpot Queso Recipe
Skillet Chili Cheese Dip Recipe {Epic 4 Ingredient Queso}
Meat Appetizers for Christmas ::
Crockpot Bacon Wrapped Smokies Recipe
Honey Garlic Smokies Recipe
Crockpot Smokies Recipe with Grape Jelly
BBQ Coke Little Smokies
Cranberry Chili Slow Cooker Smokies Recipe
Crockpot BBQ Coca-Cola Kielbasa Recipe
Crock Pot Kielbasa BBQ Ranch
Easy Grape Jelly Kielbasa Recipe {Slow Cooker Party Starter}
Cranberry Kielbasa Bites Crock Pot Recipe
Crockpot Cranberry Meatballs Recipe
Easy Crockpot BBQ Ranch Meatballs Recipe
Crock Pot BBQ Meatball Recipe
Grape Jelly Meatballs Recipe
Crockpot Barbecue Root Beer Meatballs
Crockpot Dr Pepper Meatballs Recipe
Finger Foods For Christmas Parties ::
Deviled Egg Recipe with Bacon
Easy Shrimp Appetizer Recipe
Crock Pot Chex Mix Recipe {Parmesan Ranch}
Easy Meatball Sliders Recipe
Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Recipe {Easy Sliders}
Roast Beef Sliders Recipe
Peppermint Popcorn Bark Recipe
Homemade Cracker Jack Popcorn Recipe
Homemade Ritz Crackers Recipe
Easy Homemade Cheez Its Recipe
Crockpot Monkey Bread Recipe
Olive Cheese Bread Recipe
Instant Pot Christmas Appetizers:
Instant Pot Meatballs Appetizer Recipe {BBQ Coke}
Easy Instant Pot BBQ Meatballs Recipe {Root Beer}
Instant Pot Cocktail Meatballs Recipe {BBQ Dr. Pepper}
Christmas Appetizers Make-Ahead ::
Nutella Whip Dip
Skinny Oreo Dip Recipe
Pumpkin Spice Whip Dip Recipe
Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Mix Recipe
Easy Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce Recipe
Buffalo Ranch Veggie and Chip Dip Recipe
Ginger Soy Sauce Recipe for Dipping Egg Rolls & Potstickers!
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I’ve got even more amazing appetizers to share with you. So keep reading for more tasty ways to get your next party started…
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Add one of these decadent easy dip recipes with few ingredients to your next party, and you’ve got the star of the show!
44 Slow Cooker Appetizer Recipes
These EASY Slow Cooker appetizers are such crowd-pleasers… perfect for Game Day or Holiday parties! Many of them can even be kept warm and served straight from the Crockpot!
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So have you tried any of these recipes for Christmas Appetizers yet?
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Josiah - DIY Thrill says
Love all these easy appetizers, those crockpot bacon wrapped smokies look so yummy!
Heidi says
Ooh yes… they’re beyond delicious!!
Judee says
It’s always great to have lots of ideas for appetizers for the holiday season. So many of them look really good but I was especially attracted to the individual 7 layer dip recipe. Can’t wait to try that one.
Heidi says
Those individual dips really are the cutest, aren’t they? 🙂
Rainbow Evening says
You show a lot of appetizers… all sound appealing…
I’ll try one of them…..
Thank you for sharing your recipes.
Heidi says
I’m so glad you enjoyed the appetizer recipes list! 🙂
Val says
So many yummy ideas! I love the individual layer dips. That is a brilliant idea since we are now basically a world of germaphobes after going through a pandemic. 🙂
Heidi says
Aren’t those individual layer dips SO cute? They really are the perfect party starter!
Adriana Leandro says
What a great list of Christmas appetizers!
Thank you for the tips.
Heidi says
You’re very welcome!
delphine says
Merci pour toutes ces recettes très appétissante
Bises
Heidi says
Merci beaucoup, Delphine, 🙂 Bises
Healthy World Cuisine says
This appetizer list is epic! So many items to choose from. Love some of your crockpot make ahead ideas and will certainly be consulting your list during the holidays. Stay well and take care
Heidi says
You’re so kind… thank you! Enjoy the holidays!
Carol says
What a great list of holiday appetizers. – I can make a meal of appetizers as they’re often the best part of the meal! Pinned and tweeted.
Heidi says
Thanks for sharing, Carol! And I agree… appetizers are often my favorite, too!
Lisa's Notebook says
If I’m looking for quick and easy meals, I know I’ll always find something on your website, Heidi – that broccoli and cheese crockpot dip looks amazing, I will definitely be trying that one!
Heidi says
You’re so sweet… thanks, Lisa! Enjoy the broccoli cheese dip! 🙂
2pots2cook says
Thank you for every single suggestion. Will make some of your recommendations!!
Heidi says
That’s wonderful to hear…. I’m so glad you liked the tips!
Lovely says
This is helpful. Thanks for sharing.
xoxo
Lovely
http://www.mynameislovely.com
Heidi says
I’m so glad you found the easy appetizers helpful!
somewhereinireland says
They all look good but I will have to try a few. 😉 Thank you for the tips and have a nice week.
Heidi says
You’re very welcome… ENJOY!
Her Digital Coffee says
These are wonderful ideas for Christmas appetizers! I love savoury foods, so this is perfect. I especially can’t wait to try the broccoli cheese dip! Thank you for the great ideas Heidi!
Heidi says
You will love it… that dip is so creamy and dreamy!
Kathrine Eldridge says
Just pinned this post because I need ideas when the time comes to make an appetizer! Thanks for sharing!
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Heidi says
You’re very welcome! 🙂
CoCo says
These quick and easy ideas are awesome, Heidi. I feel like I serve the same things at parties each holiday so this is really going to help me branch out! Thanks for helping to make party planning super simple. Big hugs, CoCo
Heidi says
You’re very welcome, CoCo! I’m so glad you like the Christmas party appetizer ideas!
Veronica Lee says
I want to try them all!
I especially love the Individual Seven Layer Dip Cups .
Heidi says
Aren’t those too cute?? They really are the perfect party starter!