18 Christmas Appetizers That’ll Have Everyone Asking for the Recipe

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Christmas appetizers set the stage for all the great moments that happen around the table, from reconnecting with family to swapping stories with friends. They’re not just food—they’re the start of the celebration, the first thing people grab as they settle in for the night. Whether you’re hosting a big group or keeping it small, the right appetizers make everything feel festive and effortless. These recipes are perfect for bringing everyone together and making your table the star of the season.

Parmesan Pretzel Bites

Parmesan Pretzel Bites. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Parmesan Pretzel Bites. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

Parmesan Pretzel Bites are flavorful, soft, and buttery. Plus, they’re easy and quick to make, using store-bought frozen dinner rolls!
Get the Recipe: Parmesan Pretzel Bites

Easy Deviled Eggs Recipe

Easy Deviled Eggs Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Easy Deviled Eggs Recipe. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

Get my simple, classic recipe for Deviled Eggs, just in time for Easter! This is the quintessential appetizer for Spring.
Get the Recipe: Easy Deviled Eggs Recipe

Everything Bagel Stuffed Peppers

Everything Bagel Peppers7 min
Everything Bagel Peppers. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

Everything Bagel Stuffed Peppers have only 3-ingredients, are a great make-ahead low carb/keto snack or a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Get the Recipe: Everything Bagel Stuffed Peppers

Caramelized Onion Goat Cheese Truffles

Caramelized Onion Goat Cheese Truffles. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Caramelized Onion Goat Cheese Truffles. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

These tasty Caramelized Onion Goat Cheese Truffles are a perfect appetizer served alongside vegetables and crackers.
Get the Recipe: Caramelized Onion Goat Cheese Truffles

Seafood Dip

seafood dip
Seafood Dip. Photo credit Butter and Baggage.

Fried Zucchini is wildly addicting! Served as a side or appetizer, these will quickly disappear, just as fast as you can fry them up!
Get the Recipe: Seafood Dip

Cowboy Caviar Recipe (Quick And Easy!)

Cowboy Caviar Recipe (Quick And Easy!). Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Cowboy Caviar Recipe. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

This Cowboy Caviar Recipe is a Tex-Mex inspired dip that has been around for years! Enjoy on its own, with chips or spooned onto tacos!
Get the Recipe: Cowboy Caviar Recipe

Sweet And Sour Meatball Recipe

Sweet And Sour Meatball Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Sweet And Sour Meatball Recipe. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

This Sweet and Sour Meatballs Recipe is so simple to make and are perfect appetizers. Odds are you have all the ingredients already on hand!
Get the Recipe: Sweet And Sour Meatball Recipe

Thai Chicken Bites Recipe

Thai Chicken Bites Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Thai Chicken Bites Recipe. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

These Chicken Bites are everything you want in a Thai Chicken recipe! Crispy, salty, sweet nuggets of pure joy! Ready in under 20 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Thai Chicken Bites Recipe

Puff Pastry Pesto Wreath

Puff Pastry Pesto Wreath
Puff Pastry Pesto Wreath. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

A Puff Pastry Pesto Wreath is the perfect holiday appetizer. Festive, delicious, so easy and only takes about 10 minutes to make!
Get the Recipe: Puff Pastry Pesto Wreath

The Best Crab Rangoon Recipe

The Best Crab Rangoon Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
The Best Crab Rangoon Recipe. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

Crab Rangoons are easy to make at home and taste even better! Crab, cream cheese, onion & seasonings are fried in a wonton wrapper until crispy.
Get the Recipe: The Best Crab Rangoon Recipe

Parmesan Bread Bites

Parmesan Bread Bites. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Parmesan Bread Bites. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

Parmesan Bread Bites are pillow-y soft on the inside, & buttery, golden brown on the outside. Topped with parmesan cheese!
Get the Recipe: Parmesan Bread Bites

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

cooked sausage-stuffed-mushrooms on plate
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

This Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms recipe is savory and cheesy, filled with a delicious sausage, panko and herb mixture with two kinds of cheese. Baked to golden bubbly perfection. 
Get the Recipe: Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

Simple Bruschetta Recipe

Simple Bruschetta Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Simple Bruschetta Recipe. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

Bruschetta is an easy, Italian appetizer that is always amazing. Toasted bread rubbed with garlic and topped with lots of tomatoes and basil.
Get the Recipe: Simple Bruschetta Recipe

Strawberry Appetizer With Pretzel Crackers

Strawberry Appetizer With Pretzel Crackers. Photo credit Butter and Baggage.
Strawberry Appetizer With Pretzel Crackers. Photo credit Butter and Baggage.

This easy Strawberry Crostini is a sweet and salty appetizer that combines pretzel crackers with cream cheese & berries for a bright pop of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Appetizer With Pretzel Crackers

Jalapeno Artichoke Dip

jalapeno artichoke dip in a serving bowl with sliced jalapeños on top
Jalapeno Artichoke Dip. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

This Jalapeño Artichoke Dip Recipe is just what you need to spice up Christmas. This unique appetizer is SO easy to make and pairs perfectly with tortilla chips, crackers or pita chips! 
Get the Recipe: Creamy Jalapeno Popper Soup With Chicken

Hot Onion Dip

A hand dips a slice of bread into a creamy, baked cheese dip garnished with chopped chives in a white baking dish.
Hot Onion Dip. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

My Hot Onion Dip Recipe is the easiest appetizer ever with only 3-ingredients! Sweet Vidalia onions, Swiss cheese, and mayo are baked until hot and bubbly.
Get the Recipe: Hot Onion Dip

Honey Bbq Chicken Bites

Honey Bbq Chicken Bites. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Honey Bbq Chicken Bites. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

These easy and fast Honey BBQ Chicken Bites are the perfect appetizer for any occasion. You can have these ready to eat in about 20 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Honey Bbq Chicken Bites

Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls

sausage balls in bowl
Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

These Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls are a savory, cheesy and a real crowd pleaser for your holiday appetizer platter.
Get the Recipe: Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls

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