• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Sweetphi logo

  • Recipes
    • Recipe Index
    • Five Ingredient Fridays
    • Meal Plans
    • Reader Recreations
  • Meet Phi
  • Cookbooks
  • Life
    • Love Lists
    • Books
    • Catching up with the Kelnhofers
    • Travel
  • Shop
  • Work With Me
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

Holiday Party Appetizer Roundup

Dec 11, 2019 · 4 Comments

I’m sharing this holiday part appetizer roundup because I am a big fan of simply serving appetizers at a party.  That way, you (as the host) can actually relax and enjoy your company instead of spending the whole time in the kitchen.  It takes a whole lot of stress away from party planning as well.

And, well, no good holiday party is complete without a few festival cocktails, so I threw a couple of those in as well.

The best appetizers for holiday parties this image

Cheesy Bacon Dip – I have officially deemed this “best dip ever” and it is perfect for a group.

5 Ingredient Mini Carrot Cheddar Cheese Balls – I know, I know, carrot cheese balls?  But trust me when I say that these are outstanding!

Christmas Tree Pinwheel Wraps – this is a newer recipe of mine and it is so amazing and delicious!  It’s super simple and festive when shaped like a Christmas tree!

The Best Easy Baked Brie Appetizer – this recipe is only TWO ingredients and couldn’t be easier

Christmas Cranberry Cosmopolitan – no Christmas party is complete without a festive cocktail and this is one of my favorites.

Cheesy Sausage Dip in a Bread Boat – another cheesy dip that anyone will love.  Plus, it is served in a bread boat, which is an extra bonus!

5 Ingredient Raw Honey and Goat Cheese Appetizer – give me goat cheese on anything and it’s an instant favorite.

Antipasto Platter – some nights, I just put together a mini antipasto platter and enjoy it for my dinner!  So, super-sizing a platter allows guests to graze and choose what they’d like to enjoy throughout the night.

White Chocolate Peanut Grape Bites – good at any time of day for a quick snack and perfect for a party.  Also, kid-approved!

Chocolate Turtle Check Mix – this recipe makes a big batch so it’s perfect for a party!  I like to put it in small bowls around the house so guests are never too far from a bite to eat.

Sausage Puff Pastry Appetizer – these a perfect, especially if there are kiddos at your party

5 Ingredient Holiday Punch – It looks festive and tastes just as yummy!  Plus, making a large batch of cocktails will help you save time since you won’e be bartending all night.

5 Ingredient Stuffed Mushrooms with Stuffing – these are a family favorite of mine.   Every year, at the holidays, we make this recipe and they’re gone in a minute.

5 Ingredient Jalapeno Cheddar Dip – with only five ingredients, you can put this one together quickly so you can get to making everything else for the party!  Plus, it’s another crowd favorite!

Ham and Brie Crostini – if baked brie isn’t your thing, this crostini will satisfy your cheesy desires!

The Nutcracker Cocktail – if martinis aren’t your style, this cocktail will be right up your alley.

Shrimp Meatballs with Garlic Aioli – you can’t go wrong with a meatball for a party appetizer.  Shrimp meatballs are a fun twist on a traditional meatball.  A surprise and delight for your guests.

Winter Vegetable and Sausage Pizza – add this to your party menu for a filling bite that everyone will love.

What are your holiday dinner party plans?  A formal dinner table?  Or tasty appetizers?  I hope you enjoy this holiday party appetizer roundup and can use these ideas in a menu that everyone will love!

Other posts you might enjoy:
  • Holiday Desserts and Christmas Cookies Roundup
  • Recipes For A Delicious Christmas Morning
  • Holiday Party and Coca-Cola Brownie Crinkle Cookies

Related Posts

  • Punch bowl
    5 Ingredient Holiday Punch Recipe

    When it's time to host a party, do you know what you're going to serve…

  • Baked brie appetizer
    Easy Baked Brie Appetizer Recipe

    If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s as effortless as it is delicious, this…

  • 5 Ingredient Sausage Puff Pastry Appetizer Recipe

    Looking for a super easy 5 ingredient sausage appetizer recipe that can be made last…

Appetizers/Sides, Blog Posts, Christmas, Holidays, Recipes, Snacks, Winter holiday recipes appetizer idea, appetizer recipe, appetizer recipes, appetizer roundup, appetizers, holiday appetizer roundup, holiday party appetizer roundup, recipe, recipe roundup

Did you make this recipe? Hashtag with us! Be sure to follow/tag  @philiakelnhofer and hashtag #sweetphiblog – we love to see what you’re cooking up!”
Get the Weekly Newsletter

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Alice says

    December 13, 2019 at 11:59 am

    My daughter suggested your blog & I am so happy she did. Your recipes work for me. One of my favorite holiday recipes is my mother’s Hungarian Butter Horns.

    Reply
    • Sweetphi says

      December 16, 2019 at 3:34 pm

      Oh my goodness, thank you so much – please tell your daughter thank you, I am so honored she shared!! Those butter horns sound amazing!!

      Reply
  2. Healthy Eating 101 says

    December 26, 2018 at 1:25 am

    Sweet! I love how simple the recipes in your list are. I often feel kinda streesful whenever the holiday comes and I have to select the recipes in a huge ocean, but well I get relieved somehome with easy but mouthwatering dishes like yours 🙂
    – Natalie

    Reply
    • Sweetphi says

      December 26, 2018 at 12:52 pm

      Thank you so much Natalie, so glad you like my simple recipes 🙂 Happy holidays!

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Primary Sidebar

Top 5

Related Posts

  • 1 High Protein Pasta Salad
  • 2 Quick Pickled Asian Vegetables
  • 3 Seasoned Oyster Crackers
  • 4 5 Ingredient Tzatziki Sauce Recipe
  • 5 Grilled Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Philia Kelnhofer, Danish, Chicken tacos, Kelnhofer familySweetphi.com is a destination for easy recipes, showcasing beautiful content and inspiration, everyday family life, motherhood, and fun finds from around the web. 

Learn More

Here’s To The Weekend Newsletter

Easy recipes, fun finds and cozy stories that’ll have you excited about the weekend.

By Philia Kelnhofer

  • Recipes
  • Baby
  • Cookbook
  • Five Ingredient Fridays
  • Travel
  • Privacy Policy

Copyright © 2026 · SWEET PHI