Christmas cocktail party food appetizers

Over 30 popular best Christmas appetizers including classic cranberry and brie combo, holiday charcuterie boards, festive bite-sized treats, dips, and more. | aheadofthyme.com

Elevate your holiday soirée with chic homemade cocktail party appetizers. Discover over 30 elegant and relatively healthy recipes perfect for any occasion!

Need quick and easy appetizer ideas? These recipes are perfect for office parties, Christmas Eve dinners, and holiday buffets. Save to your Christmas Appetizer Recipes board!

Best part? Many of these double as adorable holiday centerpieces.

Every Christmas, I’m always on the hunt for appetizers that are both delicious and stress-free. Ina Garten’s recipes never fail me. Dishes like her Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms and Roasted Shrimp Cocktail Louis are always a crowd favorite. They’re simple to make and perfect for elevating your holiday table without any hassle.

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These appetizers for Christmas potlucks and parties showcase cute shapes, festive colors, easy (often make-ahead) recipes & seasonal flavors!

If you need a simple appetizer, these Puff Pastry Brie Bites are going to steal the show. Only about 10 minutes to prep and can be made up to 3 days ahead of time. Top with your favorite jam for a unique flavor everyone at the party will love!

These cranberry brie bites are an easy and festive appetizer your guests will rave over. They're quick, simple, and make-ahead friendly too!

Mini beef Wellington bites are made with buttery beef tenderloin, puff pastry, prosciutto, and traditional mushroom duxelles for a classy, elegant appetizer. With Dijon dipping sauce, these bites are full of flavor and the perfect appetizer for holidays, parties, and get-togethers!