I may not be Martha Stewart, but when it’s time for a holiday gathering, I’m fully committed to impressing the crowd. Unfortunately, my culinary skills aren’t advanced enough to whip up anything too elaborate. So, when faced with the inevitable question, “What are you bringing to the holiday party?” I know I need to get creative. Finding a dish that checks all my boxes can be challenging—I want something festive and delicious, elevated yet low-effort, group-friendly, and stress-free to transport. If you’re also on the hunt for a recipe that does it all, I’ve rounded up 35 appetizer recipes that are perfect for a holiday party.
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These holiday appetizer recipes are simple enough to avoid any The Bear-style kitchen chaos, use seasonal ingredients to feel festive, are easy to portion for a crowd, and, most importantly, taste incredible. Plus, they’re sturdy enough to survive the trip to the party (no precarious layers or spill-prone dishes here). Bring one of these holiday appetizer recipes, and you’ll be everyone’s favorite party guest.
1. Pull Apart Garlic Bread Wreath

2. Upside-Down Onion and Gruyere Tarts

3. Goat Cheese Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates

4. Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board

5. Brie Bites

6. Thyme and Garlic Baked Camembert

7. Jalapeño Cranberry Dip

8. Caramelized Onion, Spinach, and Cheddar Flaky Pastries

9. Mushroom Bruschetta

10. Baked Brie with Pomegranates

11. Pesto Pinwheels

12. Slow Cooker Sweet & Spicy BBQ Cranberry Turkey Meatballs

13. Baked Gruyère in Pastry with Rosemary and Garlic

14. Mascarpone Stuffed Dates with Pomegranate and Honey

15. French Onion Beef Sliders for a Crowd

16. Slow Cooker Spinach Dip

17. Goat Cheese Stuffed Figs

18. Crab Dip

19. French Onion Tartlets

20. Holiday Butternut Squash Hummus

21. Spinach and Sun Dried Tomato Dip Stuffed Mushrooms

22. Sweet Potato Casserole Bites

23. Spinach and Artichoke Stuffed Garlic Bread

24. Antipasto Appetizer Cheese Board

25. Roasted Balsamic Cranberry and Brie Crostini

26. Sweet and Spicy Party Nuts

27. Feta Tomato Bites

28. Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

29. Apple Cheddar Twist Bread

30. Puff Pastry Asparagus Bundles

31. Roasted Grape Whipped Goat Cheese Crostini

32. Caprese Salad

33. Smoked Salmon Labneh Board

34. Christmas Cheeseball

35. Pear, Goat Cheese, and Caramelized Onion Prosciutto Cups


Lauren Blue, Lifestyle Staff Writer
As a Lifestyle Staff Writer for The Everygirl, Lauren ideates and writes content for every facet of our readers’ lives. Her articles span the topics of home decor, delicious recipes, hobbies, travel itineraries—and everything in between. When she isn’t testing the latest TikTok trend, she can be found scouring Instagram for beautiful homes to feature on the site.