12 Christmas Appetizers You Need This Year

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These delicious and easy-to-make holiday appetizers will help make your Christmas gatherings tasty and stress-free. From bite-sized pigs in a blanket and cheesy pull-apart bread in the shape of a Christmas tree, to flaky leek and onion tarts and crispy spanakopita spring rolls, these recipes are made to be easy, crowd-pleasing, and full of festive feelings. Whether you’re serving loaded onion dip or beer cheese sauce, there’s something for everyone to love!

Caramelized Onion Puff Pastry Tart

Puff pastry topped with caramelized onion, melted cheese, and dried parsley.
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Flaky puff pastry loaded with a savory, herby caramelized onion mix and melted Gouda. This simple yet delicious appetizer is a hit for any holiday gathering.

Get the recipe: Caramelized Onion Puff Pastry Tart

Cheesy Pita Christmas Tree Appetizer

Pita wedges stuck on a pretzel stick and topped with veggies to look like Christmas tree decorations.
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These pita Christmas tree bites are quick and easy to make. Stuff pita wedges with cheese, air fry until crispy, then top with hummus, red bell pepper, and parsley for a festive appetizer.

Get the recipe: Cheesy Pita Christmas Tree Appetizer

Spinach and Feta Spring Rolls

Rolled pastries beside a bowl of dip.
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A flavorful spanakopita filling wrapped in crispy spring roll wrappers for a twist on spanakopita. These easy to make bites are the perfect finger food for holiday gatherings.

Get the recipe: Spinach and Feta Spring Rolls

Leek and Parmesan Tart

Pastry baked with sliced leeks and parmesan, cut into squares and arranged on a white marble slab.
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This leek and Parmesan tart combines buttery fried leeks with a puff pastry base and rich Parmesan. Simple to make with just a few ingredients, it’s packed with flavor and perfect as a holiday appetizer.

Get the recipe: Leek and Parmesan Tart

Pigs in a Blanket

Mini hot dogs wrapped in dough on a baking sheet with a dish of ketchup.
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These quick and easy pigs in a blanket feature mini hot dogs wrapped in buttery crescent rolls and baked until golden. A crowd pleasing appetizer that both kids and adults will love!

Get the recipe: Pigs in a Blanket

Loaded Caramelized Onion Dip

A bowl of dip topped with caramelized onions and sliced green onions.
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This flavorful dip blends tangy Greek yogurt, sweet caramelized onions, and sharp cheddar cheese for a delicious appetizer. Perfect for the Holidays or any gathering, it’s sure to keep guests coming back for more.

Get the recipe: Loaded Caramelized Onion Dip

Honey Bourbon Meatballs

Meatballs in sauce on mashed potatoes with carrots on the side.
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These 30-minute bourbon meatballs are coated in a homemade honey bourbon sauce that’s sweet, tangy, and just a little spicy. A quick and flavorful appetizer everyone will love.

Get the recipe: Honey Bourbon Meatballs

Cheesy Garlic Pull Apart Bread

A loaf of bread on foil with checkboard cuts in the top that are stuffed with melted cheese.
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This cheesy garlic pull apart bread is loaded with melty cheese, butter, and garlic on a fresh French loaf. Cut halfway into the loaf, stuff with cheese, and bake until bubbling. Ready in just 30 minutes and perfect as a crowd pleasing appetizer.

Get the recipe: Cheesy Garlic Pull Apart Bread

Nutella Puff Pastry Tree

Pastry shaped as a tree with a chocolate filling, topped with powdered sugar beside a bowl of chocolate.
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Layer creamy chocolate hazelnut spread between store bought puff pastry, then use a simple cutting technique to turn it into an easy, shareable Christmas treat.

Get the recipe: Nutella Puff Pastry Tree

Corn Dog Nuggets

Corn dog nuggets in a white bowl with small bowls of mustard and ketchup.
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Bite sized corn dogs are a crowd pleasing holiday appetizer that everyone will love. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, with a savory center. Perfect with your favorite dipping sauce.

Get the recipe: Corn Dog Nuggets

Beer Cheese Sauce

Orange cheese sauce in a small black cast iron skillet beside a bowl of round tortilla chips.
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With just a few simple ingredients, this creamy cheese sauce is incredibly flavorful. Serve it with soft pretzels for the ultimate appetizer.

Get the recipe: Beer Cheese Sauce

Cheesy Pull Apart Christmas Tree Rolls

Rolls baked in the shape of a tree topped with cheese and herbs.
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These soft, fluffy rolls are made from scratch and baked into a festive Christmas tree shape, making them a delicious appetizer or holiday snack.

Get the recipe: Cheesy Pull Apart Christmas Tree Rolls

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