"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.