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12 Must Try Christmas Appetizers

By: Joanna Cismaru •Last Updated: 12/3/22 Leave a Comment

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When planning for the holidays this year don’t forget about the Christmas Appetizers! Whether you need starters to serve before dinner or finger foods for a party, I’ve got 12 delicious quick and easy crowd pleasing recipes!

collage for christmas appetizers.

My Best Easy Christmas Appetizers

There is no need to raid the frozen finger food section of your grocery store this year. One of my favorite things about the holiday season is the starters. Whether it’s the classics or the more modern flavor combinations, I love them all. So I’m super excited to share 12 of my favorites with you! These Christmas appetizer recipes are both delicious and easy to make.

From my tasty pigs in a blanket to my savory stuffed mushrooms, there is something to suit your needs. My spinach and artichoke dip is fantastic served with a warm fresh baguette and who doesn’t love good old-fashioned deviled eggs. And if you want something a little less traditional you’ve got to try my Asian pork rolls that are bursting with flavor and sure to impress. 

So let me help make your holiday finger food making a little less stressful this year!

deviled eggs on a serving platter garnished with paprika and chives.

Deviled Eggs

These Classic Deviled Eggs are devilishly delicious and perfect for an appetizer. Their simplicity makes them ideal for every occasion, yet elegant enough for the big holidays!
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overhead shot of skillet pull apart bread with spinach and artichoke dip

Spinach Artichoke Dip

This Spinach Artichoke dip is not only delicious but everyone's favorite. We're talking gooey cheesy goodness surrounded by bread rolls, all baked in one skillet. Plop it on a table and let everyone dig in.
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a few bacon wrapped chicken bites in a clay bowl garnished with parsley.

Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites

Meet your new go-to appetizer: Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites. Imagine tender chicken enveloped in crispy bacon, all coated in caramelized brown sugar. They're as quick and easy to make as they are irresistible, making you the undisputed star of any gathering.
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a plate full of pigs in a blanket stacked on top of each other

Pigs In A Blanket

These Pigs In A Blanket are a classic appetizer or snack that everyone can enjoy! Delicious, warm, bite-sized cocktail smokies, wrapped in a tender, flaky dough.
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close up shot of a vegetarian stuffed mushroom

Vegetarian Stuffed Mushrooms

Vegetarian Stuffed Mushrooms made healthy by just stuffing them with onions, mushroom stems, roasted peppers and a bit of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, best of all ready in only 30 minutes!
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a hand dipping a piece of bread in a spinach and artichoke dip in a bread bowl.

Spinach Artichoke Dip In a Bread Bowl

Classic Spinach Artichoke Dip In a Bread Bowl! An easy, cheesy, crowd pleasing appetizer, made in under 30 minutes! No crackers necessary!
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bacon wrapped water chestnuts on a white serving platter.

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts

With only 4 ingredients, these bite-sized Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts are absolutely irresistible! The perfect Holiday appetizer that can easily be whipped up and on your table in no time at all!
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bacon wrapped scallops brushed with garlic butter on a bed of lettuce.

Bacon Wrapped Scallops

These jumbo melt-in-your-mouth Bacon Wrapped Scallops are definitely one of the most decadent appetizers out there, and the perfect treat for the holidays. To top them off, these incredible morsels are then drizzled with luscious melted garlic butter, all ready for you to enjoy in about 30 minutes.
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chex mix in a white bowl.

Chex Mix (Nuts And Bolts)

Nothing spells the Holidays like a big batch of easy-to-make homemade Chex Mix (Nuts and Bolts) that are the perfect party mix or great for gift giving. These savory bites are so incredibly delicious that you won't be able to stop eating them!
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side view shot of deviled ham topped with chopped green onion, the dish is surrounded by bread pieces

Deviled Ham

This Deviled Ham is a tasty and savoury spread made by combining deli ham with a flavorful cream cheese mixture. Ready in under 10 minutes, it's ideal on top of sandwiches, bread or crackers.
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close up side view shot of guacamole deviled eggs lined up on a plate

Guacamole Deviled Eggs

Guacamole Deviled Eggs – a classic recipe with a twist. Perfectly hard boiled eggs stuffed with a bright and flavorful guacamole, garnished with a sprinkle of chili powder and cilantro.
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overhead shot of spinach feta wreath with a piece broken off

Spinach Feta Wreath

This Spinach Feta Wreath has the flavors of spanakopita, but made with a cheesy, delicious made from scratch dough! Perfect for a special brunch or dinner!
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I'm Joanna Cismaru, home cook, recipe developer, and the person behind JoCooks since 2011. I test every recipe in my own kitchen, multiple times, until it's actually worth making. My goal is simple: recipes that work, written the way a real person cooks.

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