30 Christmas Appetizer Ideas

Christmas Appetizers Ideas

Cranberry Jalapeno Dip

This bright dip masterfully balances sweet, tart, and spicy flavors. Fresh cranberries and diced jalapenos are folded into a creamy, smooth base for a decidedly festive starter. Serve with crackers, chips, and other favorite dippers!

Find the full Cranberry Jalapeno Dip recipe here.

Spinach Dip Crescent Wreath

This eye-catching wreath dip pairs a cheesy, savory spinach filling with flaky crescent roll dough. It’s a deceptively simple Christmas appetizer that makes a stunning addition to any holiday spread.

Find the full Spinach Dip Crescent Wreath recipe here.

Christmas Sandwiches

These Christmas Sandwiches create the perfect addition to your holiday parties. These “sandwiches” are made with tortillas, spread with a cream cheese and pepper jelly filling, and loaded with other delicious add-ins, such as shaved ham, salami, lettuce, tomatoes, onion, pickles, and peppers. 

See the full Christmas Sandwiches recipe here. 

Laughing Cow Christmas Trees

These are a fun, no-bake appetizer where soft cheese wedges are decorated as cute mini Christmas trees. Using pretzel sticks and cranberries, they’re a festive treat for all the cheese enthusiasts.

Find the full Laughing Cow Christmas Trees recipe here.

Christmas Meatballs

These crostini showcase sweet roasted butternut squash on a crispy slice, finished with peppery arugula, creamy goat cheese, and a savory touch of bacon and honey.

Find the full Christmas Meatballs recipe here.

Apple Endive Appetizer

A healthy, no-cook choice that assembles in minutes. Crisp endive leaves cradle a refreshing apple and blue cheese mix, with an optional honey drizzle. They’re also tasty, filled with walnuts and honey!

Find the full Apple Endive Appetizer recipe here.

Christmas Tree Appetizer

This fun, pull-apart pizza appetizer is formed into a Christmas tree shape. It’s a surefire crowd-pleaser that’s as delicious as it is decorative for any holiday table.

Find the full Christmas Tree Appetizer recipe here.

Cranberry Pistachio Brie Appetizer

Baked brie turns into an elegant, quick appetizer adorned with sweet cranberry sauce and crunchy pistachios. It’s a warm, creamy, and tangy bite that feels truly special for the holidays.

Find the full Cranberry Pistachio Brie Appetizer recipe here.

Mini Crescent Dogs Christmas Tree

Delight guests with a Mini Crescent Dogs Christmas Tree. This fun appetizer features cocktail smokies and cheese wrapped in crescent dough, arranged in a tree shape. These pigs in a blanket are the ultimate party finger food. Enjoy them alongside sliced meats, fruit, and crackers. 

See the full Mini Crescent Dogs Christmas Tree recipe here.

Pear Walnut Crostini Appetizer

A seasonal, fresh appetizer highlighting sweet pears and crunchy walnuts on a crisp crostini base. It’s a simple, elegant way to enjoy seasonal flavors.

Find the full Pear Walnut Crostini Appetizer recipe here.

Reindeer Lit’l Smokies Appetizer

These are a festive and playful take on classic cocktail sausages. Shaped like reindeer using pretzel antlers, they delight both kids and adults alike. Serve with extra mustard and ketchup for dipping.

Find the full Reindeer Lit’l Smokies Appetizer recipe here.

Apple Blue Cheese Crostini Appetizer

Tart, sweet apples and bold blue cheese unite on a crisp crostini base. This gorgeous appetizer is ready in only 20 minutes – perfect to whip up just before the guests arrive!

Find the full Apple Blue Cheese Crostini Appetizer recipe here.

Cranberry Pinwheels with Orange

These holiday-inspired pinwheels are a delicious, festive make-ahead snack. Tortillas are spread with a creamy, tangy cranberry and orange zest filling, then rolled and sliced into handy pinwheels everyone will love.

Find the full Cranberry Pinwheels with Orange recipe here.

Lettuce Cups Christmas Tree

A festive, fresh appetizer arranged like a Christmas tree. Crisp lettuce cups hold a BLT-style mix of bacon, herby cheese, and tomatoes for an irresistible and healthy holiday appetizer. 

Find the full Lettuce Cups Christmas Tree recipe here.

Pigs In A Blanket Wreath

This is an adorable, tasty twist on a classic recipe, perfect for your holiday lineup. Cocktail sausages wrapped in crescent dough are baked and then positioned into a festive wreath shape that’s always a hit.

Find the full Pigs In A Blanket Wreath recipe here.

Hot Cocoa Dip

This creamy, chocolatey dip is a holiday favorite, made with cream cheese, Marshmallow Fluff, and hot cocoa mix. Served with fruit and cookies, it’s a fun, dippable centerpiece that offers a sweeter alternative to other savory Christmas dips.

Find the full Hot Cocoa Dip recipe here.

Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board

Create a festive, fun spread in minutes with this Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board. It features an assortment of cheeses, crackers, and meats arranged into a tree shape. This savory board is an easy yet impressive starter for your holiday celebrations.

Find the full Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board recipe here. 

Wedge Salad Bites

Have you ever wished that salad could be bite-sized? Dream no longer, because these Wedge Salad Bites feature all the big, bold and sassy flavors of a wedge salad but in bite-sized form! Serve them on a platter or double the recipe for a Big Board and watch these tasty morsels get gobbled up!

Find the full Wedge Salad Bites recipe here.

Cranberry Cheese Ball

This festive cheese ball blends creamy cheese, tart cranberries, and crunchy pecans for a perfect sweet-savory bite. It’s a make-ahead classic that never fails to impress.

Check out the full Cranberry Cheese Ball recipe here.

Crispy Prosciutto Crostini with Fig

These elegant crostini feature salty prosciutto, sweet fig, and creamy goat cheese. They are a simple yet sophisticated bite perfect for any Christmas gathering.

Find the full Crispy Prosciutto Crostini with Fig recipe here.

Cranberry Brie Pull-Apart Bread

This warm, gooey pull-apart bread is stuffed with melted brie and tangy cranberry sauce. It’s a fun, interactive centerpiece that gathers everyone around the table.

Discover the full Cranberry Brie Pull-Apart Bread recipe here.

Candied Maple Walnuts

These sweet, crunchy walnuts are coated in maple syrup and warm spices. They’re a deliciously addictive snack, providing a sweeter option among savory holiday appetizers.

See the full Candied Maple Walnuts here.

Cream Cheese Pepper Jelly Dip

Get ready for a flavor explosion! If you’ve ever had sweet and spicy pepper jelly with cream cheese, then you’re in for a big treat because this amazing dip features those flavors and more! 

Discover these Cream Cheese Pepper Jelly Dip recipe here.

Christmas Tree Cheese Balls

These adorable Christmas Tree Cheese Balls turn cream cheese into a festive holiday display. Each bite-sized ball is rolled in toppings like bacon, pistachios, cranberries, herbs, or chocolate chips. They are artfully arranged on a board with a chocolate chip “trunk,” stacking up to a single “tree topper” ball.

Learn to make these Christmas Tree Cheese Balls here. 

Apple Raisin Chutney

This savory chutney is a flavorful blend of apples, raisins, and warm spices. Pair it with goat cheese, crackers, figs, and nuts for an easy, impressive appetizer.

Find the Apple Raisin Chutney here. 

Smoked Salmon Appetizer Platter

If you’re a fan of smoked salmon, then this is the dish for you! This Smoked Salmon Appetizer Platter has all the best garnishes and treats to build your very own smoked salmon canapes. With luscious, melt-in-your-mouth smoked salmon the star of this board, everyone will love it when you bring out this amazing build-your-own appetizer platter!

Find the full Smoked Salmon Appetizer Platter recipe here.

Peperoncini Lox Poppers Appetizer

Here’s a festive, retro appetizer for the holidays: Serve a Peperoncini Lox Poppers Appetizer, the perfect simple spicy bite!

Find the full Peperoncini Lox Poppers Appetizer recipe here.

Pear and Cranberry Bites

A gluten-free, low-carb appetizer where crisp endive leaves are topped with fresh pears and dried cranberries. A honey drizzle completes these elegant, light, and refreshing holiday bites – perfect for your festive entertaining. 

Find the full Pear and Cranberry Bites recipe here.

Boursin Christmas Tree

Transform your holiday table with this stunning, savory Boursin Christmas Tree. It combines creamy Boursin cheese with flavorful olives, a cherry tomato topper, and fresh rosemary for a beautiful, edible decoration. Serve with sliced baguette and balsamic glaze for an impressive appetizer.

Check out the full Boursin Christmas Tree recipe here.

Goat Cheese & Dates RW

These Christmas Sandwiches create the perfect addition to your holiday parties. These “sandwiches” are made with tortillas, spread with a cream cheese and pepper jelly filling, and loaded with other delicious add-ins, such as shaved ham, salami, lettuce, tomatoes, onion, pickles, and peppers. 

See the full Christmas Sandwiches recipe here.