
Christmas Appetizers Recipes – If you’re already looking for inspiration for your end-of-the-year festivities, here’s a selection of easy Christmas appetizers you can do in a cinch. Most of the recipe ingredients are easy to find or already in your pantry. We cover everything from dips to hot appetizers to cheese balls and more! Including recipes for hot Christmas appetizers, cold Christmas appetizers, light Christmas appetizers, and more. Get festive and creative!
Christmas Appetizer Recipes: 32 Easy Christmas Appetizers Recipes

1. Cranberry Nut Cream Cheese Balls

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2. Pepperoni Basil Tomato Puffs

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3. Oven-Baked Garlic Herb Butter Flatbread

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4. Bacon Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls

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5. Spinach Dip Puff Bites

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6. 10-Minute Roasted Pizza Mushrooms

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7. Keto Four-Cheese Breadsticks

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8. Cheesy Chicken Fritters

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9. Low Carb Cheese Crackers

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10. Cheese Salad Dip

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11. Honey-garlic Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

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12. Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

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13. Cheddar Corn Dog Mini Muffins

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14. Grilled Shrimp and Chorizo Appetizers

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15. Oven Baked Zucchini Fries with Garlic Parmesan Crust

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16. Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Garlic Herb Butter

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17. Pepperoni Pizza Cups

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18. Baked Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs

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19. Stuffed Strawberries with Guacamole

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20. Succulent Shrimp Shooters with Mango Sauce

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21. Baked Bacon-Wrapped Dates

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22. Bacon Puff Pinwheels

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23. Beet Hummus Chickpea Dip

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24. Strawberry Balsamic Crostini

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25. Spicy Deviled Eggs

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27. Parmesan Puff Stars

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28. Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp

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29. Parmesan Shortbread Cookies

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30. Cherry Tomato and Prosciutto Toasts

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31. Cider Glazed Chorizo Tapas

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32. Last-Minute Appetizer: Goat Cheese Grape Balls

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32 Easy Christmas Appetizers Recipes: Cranberry Nut Cream Cheese Balls
by eatwell101
Yield: Makes 12 Prep Time: 10 min Cook time: 0 min
These super festive cheese balls won't last long on your table - definitely a crowd pleaser!
Ingredients you need for the Cranberry Nut Cream Cheese Balls
Directions
1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, cinnamon and honey (or maple syrup) until fluffy. Add 1/2 cup pecan chips, and mix well combine. Set aside.
2. Line a plate or cookie sheet with parchment paper. Toss together remaining nuts, dried cranberries, and chopped chives.
3. Using a cookie scoop, scoop out one ball of cheese filling and toss into the nut mixture. Continue until all cheese balls have been rolled in the coating.
4. Refrigerate the cranberry nut cream cheese balls until ready to serve. Enjoy! ❤️
- Serve with crackers, toasted bread or as is with a toothpick.
- You can make these up to three days before, store them in the refrigerator sealed in an airtight container.
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