Best Holiday Appetizers

Any time there's a reason to gather, good food should be part of it. These are the Best Holiday Appetizers for any gathering from casual potlucks to family dinners and festive parties. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, they're the kind of crowd-pleasing bites that work for any celebration, big or small.

Slow Cooker Spinach and Artichoke Dip on a Cracker

Great appetizers should feel effortless but taste unforgettable. From creamy, shareable bites to warm, flaky pastries and easy set-it-and-forget-it favorites, these recipes bring big flavor without extra stress.

Big Mac Egg Rolls

My Big Mac Egg Rolls take everything you love about the classic drive-thru burger, savory beef, crisp pickles, melty cheese and that unmistakable sauce and wrap it all up in a crispy, golden egg roll wrapper.

Big Mac Egg Rolls

Big Mac Egg Rolls wrap beef, pickles, cheese & special sauce in a crispy shell. Fun to make, fast to fry, and gone in seconds. Dip & enjoy!

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Whipped Goat Cheese

Whipped Goat Cheese is creamy, tangy and lightly sweetened with honey, creating the perfect balance of smooth texture and bright flavor.

Whipped Goat Cheese

This Whipped Goat Cheese is tangy, creamy and lightly sweet, blended until extra smooth and airy for the perfect dip or spread.

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Whipped Goat Cheese in a bowl garnished from above with crackers around

Slow Cooker Spinach and Artichoke Dip

Are you looking for a creamy dip that pairs the deliciousness of spinach and artichokes with stringy melted mozzarella and Greek yogurt? Look no further than my Slow Cooker Spinach and Artichoke Dip recipe for a guaranteed crowd pleaser.

Spinach and Artichoke Dip in Slow Cooker

My Spinach and Artichoke Dip in Slow Cooker recipe is rich, cheesy and tangy with Greek yogurt; an easy, creamy dip for game days or parties.

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Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

These Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers are the ultimate game day snack: spicy jalapeño halves filled with a creamy cheese mixture and wrapped in crispy bacon. The air fryer makes them extra easy, cooking everything to melty, crispy perfection in minutes.

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers are spicy, cheesy and crispy; air fryer cooked to melty perfection for the ultimate game day snack.

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Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers close up on a tray

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip

Are you looking for a one-pot side dish that combines hot sauce, tangy blue cheese dressing, chicken and sharp cheddar cheese? Let me introduce you to my Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip. This creamy dip is perfect for game day or any event that brings your loved ones together.

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip is spicy, creamy, and cheesy. An effortless crowd-pleaser perfect for gatherings and game day.

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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip on a Chip

Crockpot Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip

This Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip recipe is creamy, cheesy and loaded with smoky bacon and fresh jalapeños. It's the perfect appetizer for game day, Super Bowl parties, or anytime you want a warm, melty dip with just the right amount of spice.

Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip

Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip is creamy, cheesy and loaded with bacon and jalapeños. It's a perfect warm, melty appetizer for game day.

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Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip Scooped with Tortilla Chip

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Sausage

In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy our savory, smoky, and slightly sweet Bacon Wrapped Sausage in Air Fryer bites. The ultimate appetizer or party snack; the juicy breakfast sausage links are wrapped in thick-cut bacon, coated with a touch of brown sugar for caramelization, and crisped to perfection in the air fryer.

Bacon Wrapped Sausage on a platter from above

Bacon Wrapped Sausage in Air Fryer

These Bacon Wrapped Sausage in Air Fryer bites are smoky, sweet and crispy. Ready in 20 minutes and perfect for parties, brunch or snacking.

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Bacon Wrapped Sausage in Air Fryer on a platter

Crockpot Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Making a crowd-pleasing dish has never been easier with our Sweet and Sour Meatballs Crockpot recipe. With hints of fresh garlic and savory soy sauce, the flavors of sweet pineapple tidbits and tangy BBQ sauce meld together in the slow cooker, resulting in a mouthwatering glaze for the meatballs.

Sweet and Sour Meatballs from a Crock Pot in a bowl

Sweet and Sour Meatballs Crockpot

Making a crowd-pleasing dish has never been easier with our Sweet and Sour Meatballs Crockpot recipe. With hints of fresh garlic and savory soy sauce, the flavors of sweet pineapple tidbits and tangy BBQ sauce meld together in the slow cooker, resulting in a mouthwatering glaze for the meatballs.

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Sweet and Sour Meatballs Crockpot on a Serving Spoon

Mini Cheese Balls

These Mini Cheese Balls are the perfect appetizer for just about any gathering. Made with a savory cream cheese mixture, crispy bacon bits, ranch seasoning, and shredded cheese, each bite packs in all the flavor of a loaded classic cheese ball-only in a fun, single-serving size.

Mini Cheese Balls

Mini Cheese Balls are a fun, savory appetizer with cream cheese, bacon, and ranch. All the flavor of a classic cheese ball in one bite.

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Mini Cheese Balls close up on a plate with pretzels beside

Baked Jalapeno Popper Dip

This Baked Jalapeno Popper Dip is rich, creamy and loaded with melted cheese, crispy bacon. The classic heat from fresh jalapeños, gives it a kick making it a crowd-pleasing, with none of the fuss.

Baked Jalapeno Popper Dip

Baked Jalapeno Popper Dip is creamy, cheesy and smoky with bacon and a spicy kick from jalapeños. An easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer.

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Baked Jalapeno Popper Dip close up with a scoop missing

Baked Spinach and Artichoke Dip

This Baked Spinach and Artichoke Dip is creamy, cheesy and loaded with tender spinach and artichoke hearts. Mozzarella, parmesan and cream cheese melt together for a warm, bubbling dip that's perfect for sharing.

Baked Spinach and Artichoke Dip

This Baked Spinach and Artichoke Dip is creamy and packed with spinach and artichokes for a warm, bubbling dip everyone loves.

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Baked Spinach and Artichoke Dip in Oval Baking Dish with Golden Cheese Top Layer and Crackers Beside

CRANBERRY BRIE BITES

These Cranberry Brie Bites are little cups that bake up golden and gooey with just the right mix of savory and sweet, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy cocktail nights.

Cranberry Brie Bites

Flaky puff pastry, creamy Brie and cranberry sauce make these buttery Cranberry Brie Bites the perfect appetizers for holiday gatherings.

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Close Up Cranberry Brie Bites Stacked on a Plate and Garnished with Rosemary Sprigs

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Cute Christmas Appetizers from Love From The Oven

If you are looking for cute Christmas appetizers, I have the perfect idea for you! These adorable little Christmas Tree Appetizers are perfect for holiday parties or get togethers. They are simple to make, use common ingredients and their cute presentation cannot be beat!

Best Holiday Appetizers Christmas Appetizers

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Bacon Wrapped Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates With Honey from Rebecca Taig

Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates with Honey wrapped in crispy bacon is the perfect appetizer for any party! Guaranteed to impress your guests.

Best Holiday Appetizers Bacon Wrapped Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates with Honey

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Bourbon Bacon Jam Crostini from The Savory Cipolla

Lightly toasted crostini is topped with creamy brie cheese and a sweet and savory bourbon, maple syrup, brown sugar bacon jam to create the perfect bite. This Bourbon Bacon Jam Crostini recipe can be made in advance making it the perfect appetizer for entertaining.

Best Holiday Appetizers Bourbon Maple Bacon Jam Crostini

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Parmesan Bread Bites from Cambrea Bakes

You can make these Cheesy Parmesan Bread Bites in one hour with chewy pizza dough, parmesan cheese and garlic butter! They are the perfect appetizer for any occasion that everyone will love!

Best Holiday Appetizers Parmesan Bread Bites

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Bruschetta Loaded White Bean Hummus from Life Around The Table

Love hummus and bruschetta? This Bruschetta Loaded White Bean Hummus recipe combines the best of both. Creamy, protein-rich white bean hummus is layered with juicy, garlicky tomatoes, fresh basil and balsamic drizzle.

Best Holiday Appetizers Bruschetta Loaded White Bean Hummus

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Baked Ricotta at Enza's Quail Hollow Chicken

Baked Ricotta is a deliciously cheesy, creamy Italian dip. Ricotta cheese is mixed with Pecorino Romano, mozzarella and herbs in this warm savory spread. It makes a tasty addition to a cheese board served with some crusty bread, crackers or crudités.

Best Holiday Appetizers Easy Baked Ricotta

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Cranberry Pecan Cheeseball from Living Chirpy

Cranberry Pecan Cheeseball is an easy snack or appetizer that's great for any party, especially around the holidays. It's so easy to make with only 7 easy ingredients, too! The combination of cranberries and pecans provide a salty and sweet taste with the satisfying sharp bite of the cream cheese base.