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September 14, 2018 Posted by PARTY PLANNING SOLUTIONS

9 Festive Appetizer Recipes to Absolutely Try This Year

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Don’t let the weather fool you- Christmas is coming soon! In just three months, the weather will be cold and there will be Christmas decorations everywhere. 😯

Depending on where you live, stores may even start stocking up on Christmas decor in a month!

Christmas Table Setting with holiday decorations

The holidays are a wonderful time to celebrate the love of friends and family. And it’s no secret, many people show appreciation for their loved ones during Christmas by throwing a holiday party.

If you’re planning a Christmas party, there are so many details to hammer out!

However, food is the main focus of any holiday gathering. Instead of stressing and laboring over complicated dishes, try these Christmas appetizer recipes.

Christmas Tree Spinach Dip Breadsticks

Are you looking for a Christmas tree-shaped holiday snack? This is one of the most savory Christmas appetizer recipes you can find.

Easy Holiday Spinach Dip Breadsticks Appetizer in shape of a Christmas Tree

A delicious combination of spinach dip and flaky breadsticks, this appetizer is bound to be a hit at your next holiday party. Besides, you’ll have most of the ingredients that you need in your kitchen already!

Gluten-free Chip and Guacamole Bites

Guacamole is the most classic snack there is. It may not seem like the most obvious option for a holiday party, but it can be if you decorate it right 😎

Gluten-free chip and guacamole bites

Instead of the traditional bowl of guacamole, make chip and guacamole bites instead.

To get into the holiday spirit, add a slice of tomato on top and your green and red Christmas party snack will be ready to eat!

Cranberry Brie Crostini

If you want to make a high quality holiday snack, then this cranberry brie crostini is for you.

Cranberry Brie Crostini displayed on wood serving board

Made with tangy balsamic cranberries and creamy brie cheese, this holiday snack is to die for! As far as Christmas appetizer recipes go, it’s one of the most flavorful.

Cranberry Pecan Mini Goat Cheese Balls

There’s no combination quite like cranberries and cheese 😉 Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Mini Cheese Balls Close UpThese Christmas party snacks combine cranberries, pecans, and goat cheese to make a delicious holiday snack. Stick a pretzel stick in the cheese balls, tie them with a bow made of chives, and they’re ready to eat!

Caprese Skewers

These caprese skewers look like they’re made from professional Christmas appetizer recipes. And they’re so easy to make!

Plated Caprese Skewers - shades of red, white and green are perfect for the holidays!

With only four simple ingredients, this holiday treat doesn’t require a lengthy shopping trip. All you need is some basil, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and balsamic vinegar.

Who knew that the best holiday snack could be so simple?

Dyed Christmas Deviled Eggs

Not all Christmas appetizer recipes are as complex as you think!

Red and Green Devilled Eggs displayed on a brown table

Sometimes you just need to put a twist on a standard recipe. Take these dyed Christmas deviled eggs for example.

Deviled eggs are already a tasty holiday snack. However, when you dye them red and green, they become festive, too 😆

Pine Cone Cheese Balls

Some Christmas appetizer recipes sound too interesting to be true!

Have you ever heard of pine cone cheese balls? Neither had we- until we found this delicious holiday snack recipe!

Cheese Ball in shape of a pinecone with almonds that give it the spikey look and feel

These traditional cheese balls are mixed with crispy bacon and decorated with almonds.

The almonds are what give the cheese balls a pine cone look.

Cucumber Bites

Cucumber bites may not sound like the best Christmas appetizer recipe, but you’ll be surprised.

Festive Green Cucumber slices decorated with piped cheese and tomatoes

Made with creamy Neufchatel cheese, mayonnaise, and several spices, these cucumber bites are both healthy and tasty.

Don’t forget to make this holiday snack for this year’s Christmas party! It will even match the holiday decor!

Pomegranate and Goat Cheese Balls

This holiday snack recipe is one of the most creative, yet simple Christmas appetizer recipes of all.

Bright Red Pomegranate Goat Cheese Bites

These pomegranate and goat cheese balls look like a treat topped with fresh holly!

While it may not feel like it yet, Christmas is just around the corner. Soon the heat will die down and the cool winds will signal the beginning of winter…

If you’re planning to host a holiday party, don’t start your planning too late! It may only be September, but a Christmas party takes quite a bit of planning.

Why not try out some of these delicious Christmas appetizer recipes for your family before the big party? You can get some feedback and find which recipes are your favorites

Don’t miss the opportunity to throw the best Christmas party of the year!

PIN THESE CHRISTMAS APPETIZER RECIPES FOR LATER! 

 

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  1. Kate Murray says

    September 4, 2019 at 1:25 pm

    These are some really awesome ideas, I love when appetizers are beautiful, I’m going to definitely give a few of them a try!

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    • PARTY PLANNING SOLUTIONS says

      September 4, 2019 at 2:19 pm

      I know, aren’t these gorgeous?! I’m so excited for the holiday season!

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  2. Krissy says

    September 4, 2019 at 4:51 pm

    These all seem like awesome appetizers! I’m always looking for unique appetizers to use around the holidays. I will be making the Christmas tree bread sticks this year for sure!!

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