27 Easy Appetizers to Kick Off the Holidays Right
We’ve put together a collection of holiday party appetizers that are easy to make and perfect for sharing with friends and family. These bites are packed with flavors that keep guests coming back for more, helping you create a spread everyone will enjoy.
Italian Hoagie Dip
Discover the perfect party dip with our authentic Italian hoagie dip recipe. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make and delicious dip.
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3-Ingredient Smoked Salmon Dip
You won’t find a creamier, more flavorful Salmon Dip recipe than this one! All you need are three ingredients and a food processor.
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Flaky Spanakopita
Spanakopita is one of those dishes that looks impressive, but it’s so easy to make at home. The flaky layers, the savory spinach and feta filling—it’s the kind of recipe that’s perfect for a family dinner or a big gathering. Plus, it’s versatile enough to serve as a main course or a side.
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Easy Crockpot BBQ Meatballs Recipe
Discover the ultimate Crockpot Barbecued Meatballs recipe, featuring tender homemade meatballs smothered in savory barbecue sauce. Perfect for easy, flavorful meals!
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Air Fryer Steak Bites
Discover why Air Fryer Steak Bites are the next must-have in your meal rotation, combining simplicity with a burst of flavor in every bite. These steak bites are a blend of tender steak marinated in a rich mixture of soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and spices, then air-fried to perfection.
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Cheesy Crab Dip
Crab Dip is an easy recipe you can make at home using basic ingredients. Make your own hot Crab Dip for your next party. Here’s how.
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Cheesy Air Fryer Garlic Bread
This Air Fryer Garlic Bread is a quick and easy way to enjoy the classic flavors of homemade garlic bread with a crispy and golden exterior. We use slices of French baguette, generously slather them with perfectly seasoned homemade garlic butter, and finish it off with cheese.
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Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs
These Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs combine tangy cranberry sauce with juicy meatballs, perfect for appetizers or main dishes.
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Shrimp Dip
Dipping into deliciousness! Shrimp dip is a tasty appetizer everyone will love – the perfect way to kick off any party.
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Bacon Rolls
Bacon Rolls are made from just two ingredients: strips of bacon wrapped around bread stuffing. The best flavor-packed Thanksgiving side dish.
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Spinach Dip
There’s a reason hot spinach dip is such a popular party dip. It’s deliciously creamy, cheesy, and perfect for dipping bread or chips.
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French Onion Dip
French Onion Dip is the perfect party dip. It’s creamy, sweet, and tangy, with delicious, rich flavors that never disappoint.
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Easy 3-Ingredient Bread
Learn the secret to making heavenly homemade bread. This recipe is quick and easy (and very affordable), perfect for novice bakers.
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Waldorf Salad
Waldorf Salad is a classic! Crisp apples, sweet grapes, and crunchy celery served in a creamy dressing and topped with candied walnuts.
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Salami Roll-Ups
Salami Roll Ups are one of our favorite recipes for any event or party! We love Salami Roll Ups because they are so simple to make!
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Spiced Peanuts
Spiced Peanuts are a simple and flavorful snack made with chili powder, garlic, and cayenne. Perfect for any occasion with just 5 minutes of prep time!
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Homemade Guacamole
This homemade guacamole has a perfect blend of creamy avocados, zesty lime, and spicy jalapeños with this easy-to-make guacamole recipe.
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Grandma’s Surprise Onion Soup Bread
Grandma’s Surprise Onion Soup Bread (1968) is your new favorite bread. The cheesy onion flavor tastes amazing, and the aroma while the bread is baking is heavenly.
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Skillet Bacon Wrapped Smokies
If meat candy is a thing, then these Skillet Bacon Wrapped Smokies are it and they’re always a huge hit whenever they’re served.
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Easy Marinated Cheese
This Marinated Cheese Appetizer is easy, festive, can be made ahead and is perfect party food for Christmas!
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Marinated Olives With Feta
Expect a riot of soft and pleasing Mediterranean flavours in every mouthful of marinated olives and feta cheese appetizer or snack.
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Southern Deviled Eggs
These Southern Deviled Eggs are loaded with a creamy, sweet, and tangy filling that’s sure to put a smile on everybody’s face.
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Stuffed Mushrooms with Crab
Stuffed Mushrooms with Crab is an easy appetizer or side dish recipe, perfect for gatherings and holidays, like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Simply the best!
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Creamy, Crunchy Dill Pickle Dip
Easy to make with just a handful of ingredients, this briny dill pickle dip is just the snack you need for your next game day or movie night
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Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts
This is THE best Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts recipe! Crispy bacon wrapped around water chestnuts, covered in a brown sugar barbecue glaze.
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Cheese Ball
Easy Cheese Ball Recipe! We used basic ingredients for this classic 10 minutes easy appetizer. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, parties and game day!
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Nuts and Bolts Snack Mix
A homemade savory garlicky snack mix made with nuts, pretzels, crackers, and cereals baked in the oven – perfect for holiday entertaining.
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