Looking for creative yet light Thanksgiving appetizers, check out the recipes list below. With 18 light Thanksgiving ideas ranging from reimagined classics to new, creative appetizer recipes, you’re bound to find something you and your guests will love! Including recipes for shrimp appetizers, cheeseballs, appetizers, bacon appetizers, fruit appetizers, appetizer salads, and more. Happy Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving Appetizer Recipes: 18 Light Thanksgiving Appetizer Ideas
1. Cranberry Nut Cream Cheese Balls
![Cranberry Nut Cream Cheese Balls - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/cranberry-nut-cream-cheese-balls-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/recipe-cheese-balls-with-cream-cheese-3.jpg)
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2. Fresh Cranberry Dip
![Fresh Cranberry Dip - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/cranberry-dip-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/how-to-make-cranberry-salsa.jpg)
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3. Spicy Deviled Eggs
![Spicy Deviled Eggs - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/best-deviled-eggs-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Deviled-Eggs-Recipe1.jpg)
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4. Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts
![Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/roasted-bacon-wrapped-brussels-sprouts](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/roasted-brussels-sprout-with-bacon.jpg)
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
5. Sweet and Savory Roasted Almonds
![Sweet and Savory Roasted Almonds - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/sweet-salty-roasted-almonds-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/sweet-and-savory-roasted-almonds.jpg)
Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
6. Orange Brussels Sprouts Salad
![Orange Brussels Sprouts Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/brussels-sprout-salad-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/raw-brussels-sprouts-salad-1.jpg)
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7. Honey-garlic Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
![Honey-garlic Bacon Wrapped Shrimp - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/bacon-wrapped-shrimp-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Bacon-Wrapped-Shrimp-Recipe-2.jpg)
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
8. Bacon Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls
![Bacon Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/bacon-jalapeno-popper-cheese-balls-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/bacon-cheeseballs-recipe.jpg)
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9. Roasted Butternut Parmesan
![Roasted Butternut Parmesan - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/butternut-parmesan-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Butternut-Parmesan-Recipe.jpg)
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
10. 15-Minute Garlic Butter Sautéed Mushrooms
![15-Minute Garlic Butter Sautéed Mushrooms - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/sauteed-garlic-butter-mushrooms-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/pan-roasted-mushroom-recipe.jpg)
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
11. Baked Bacon-Wrapped Dates
![Baked Bacon-Wrapped Dates - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/cheesy-bacon-wrapped-dates-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/bacon-wrapped-dates.jpg)
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
12. Roasted Butternut Squash Hummus
![Roasted Butternut Squash Hummus - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/roasted-butternut-hummus-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Roasted-Butternut-Squash-Hummus.jpg)
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13. Grilled Shrimp and Chorizo Appetizers
![Grilled Shrimp and Chorizo Appetizers - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/shrimp-chorizo-appetizers](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Shrimp-shooters-Recipe.jpg)
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
15. Cherry Tomato and Prosciutto Toasts
![Cherry Tomato and Prosciutto Toasts - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/roasted-cherry-tomato-and-prosciutto-toasts-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Roasted-Tomato-Toasts-600x900.jpg)
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16. Last-Minute Appetizer: Goat Cheese Grape Balls
![Last-Minute Appetizer: Goat Cheese Grape Balls - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/goat-cheese-grape-balls-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/last-minute-appetizer-recipes.jpg)
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17. Easy Tomato Bruschetta
![Easy Tomato Bruschetta - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/easy-tomato-bruschetta-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/tomato-basil-bruschetta-recipe.jpg)
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
18. Garlic and Parsley Marinated Mushrooms
![Garlic and Parsley Marinated Mushrooms - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/marinated-mushrooms-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Marinated-Mushrooms-recipe1.jpg)
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19. Beet & Citrus Winter Salad
![Beet & Citrus Winter Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/raw-beet-citrus-winter-salad-recipe](https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Perfect-Winter-Salad-recipe-.jpg)
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18 Light Thanksgiving Appetizers: 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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