45 Festive Appetizers for a Memorable Christmas!
I absolutely love hosting Christmas get-togethers with festive appetizers! 🎄
There’s something magical about gathering around a spread of delicious, bite-sized treats that instantly sets the holiday mood.
From savory bites to a hint of sweetness, these appetizers are the perfect way to kick off a cozy Christmas celebration with family and friends.
Whether you’re looking for something classic like mini quiches or ready to wow your guests with a charcuterie board full of holiday flavors, these appetizers bring warmth and cheer to every gathering.
You can keep it traditional or go for something new and fun—think cranberry brie bites, holiday-inspired sliders, or Christmas tree-shaped cheese balls!
I’ve found that the right mix of flavors and festive presentation can truly make your appetizers the highlight of the evening, creating memorable moments around the table.
If you’re planning a Christmas party, these 45 festive appetizers are here to inspire you.
From elegant starters to fun finger foods, each of these recipes will make your holiday spread as joyful and delicious as the season itself!
So, let’s dive in and start planning the perfect appetizer lineup for a Christmas celebration everyone will remember!
45 Festive Appetizers for a Memorable Christmas!
Vegetable Christmas Appetizers
Santa Veggie Tray from Totally the Bomb
Easy Cucumber Tree Appetizers for Kids from Eats Amazing
Cute Ornament Platter with Veggies (source unknown)
Christmas Tree Veggie Tray from The Country Cook
Holiday Veggie Tray from Mom Endeavors
Vegetable Tray Snowman from Eating Richly
Healthy Veggie Wreath from The Country Cook
Holiday Wreath Appetizers from Key Ingredient
Gluten-Free Chip Guacamole Bites from My Gluten-Free Kitchen
Veggie Tray from Crisp Collective
Cherry Tomatoes Filled with Pesto from DIY Enthusiasts
Inside-Out Veggie Dip from Taste of Home
Christmas Cheese & Meat Appetizers
Holiday Cheeseballs
Snowman Cheeseball from The Whoot
Ranch Snowman Cheeseball from Baking Beauty
Pomegranate, White Cheddar and Almond Cheeseball from How Sweet Eats
Pine Cone Cheese Ball with Almonds from Living Locurto
Cranberry Pecan Mini Goat Cheeseball Appetizers from Mom on Timeout
Antipasto Cheeseball Tree from Cafe Delites
Cranberry Pistachio Log from Carlsbad Craving
Holiday Tree from The Girl Who Ate Everything
Cream Cheese Olive Appetizer Tree from First for Women
Holiday Cheese Ball Appetizers from Freebie Finding Mom
Mini Cheeseball Bites from Tastes Better from Scratch
Other Cheese and Meat Appetizer Ideas
CharcuterTREE from Ain’t Too Proud Meg
Caprese Wreath from Cafe Delites
Easy Holiday Wreath from The Five Heart Home
Holiday Cracker Snacks from Eats Amazing
Festive Charcuterie Board from No. 2 Pencil
Candy Cane Caprese Board from Recipe Girl
Holiday Antipasto Wreath from Tabler Party of Two
Olive Penguin Appetizers from Persnickety Plates
Cheese, Cracker & Sausage Tree from Honey and Lime
Parmesan Cheddar Basil Bites from Love Life Liz
Holiday Wreath Appetizer from Genius Kitchen
Easy Reindeer Appetizers from Cute for Kids
Santa Cheese Crackers from Free Fun Christmas
Turkey Cranberry Toppers from Tidy Mom
Easy Holiday Appetizer from Family Fresh Meals
Cheese Board from Stone Gable
Stocking Hotdog Appetizers from The Peach Kitchen
Cream Cheese Penguins from Allrecipes
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus from Eat Drink Paleo
Spicy Cranberry BBQ Meatballs from Yellow Bliss Road
Charcuterie Wreath from Wonky Wonderful
Sandwiches, Pizza, Rollups, and Other Christmas Appetizers
Cranberry and Feta Pinwheels from The Girl Who Ate Everything
Pull-Apart Pizza Bites from Ready Set Eat
Southwestern Pinwheels from TiramiSusie’s
Vegetable Pizza Wreath from Clean and Sensible
Spinach Dip Breadsticks from It’s Always Autumn
Spinach Dip Stuffed Crescent Rolls from Real Housemoms
Christmas Tree Pizza from A Couple Cooks
Cute Egg Snowman Appetizers from Roxy’s Kitchen
Festive Deviled Eggs from Mom Dot
Holiday Deviled Eggs from Delicious Table
Pull Apart Bread from Eclectic Recipes
Cranberry and Walnut Pinwheels from Diethood
Snowman Pizza from Delia Creates
Holiday Cookie Cutter Mini Pizza Appetizers from DIY Enthusiasts
Pomegranate and Cranberry Bruschetta from Tabler Party of Two
Puff Pastry Pesto Tree Appetizers from Cooking My Dreams
Pigs in a Blanket Wreath from Delish
Roasted Cranberry and Goat Cheese Flatbreads from Healthy Seasonal Recipes
Cranberry Turkey Pinwheels from Noshing with the Nolands
Cinnamon Bread Wreath from Luluto
Holiday Tea Sandwiches from Appetizer Addiction
Donut Tree from My Name is Snickerdoodle
Fruit Appetizer Ideas
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Tree from Home Stories A to Z
Holiday Tree Fruit Platter from The First Year
Grinch Fruit Kabobs from Momables
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