15 Festive Christmas Finger Food Ideas
The holidays are all about gathering, laughing, and sharing good food — and nothing makes mingling easier (or tastier!) than a spread of Christmas finger foods. Whether you’re hosting a lively holiday party, planning a cozy family gathering, or bringing a dish to a festive potluck, these bite-sized appetizers are the perfect way to spread the cheer.
From savory puff pastry bites and cranberry brie tarts to mini meatballs, holiday-themed pinwheels, and sweet dessert bites, these recipes are fun to make and even more fun to eat! They’re easy to prep, perfect for parties, and guaranteed to impress guests without keeping you stuck in the kitchen.
So grab your festive platters and get ready to serve up joy — these 15 Christmas finger food ideas will make every holiday gathering feel merry, bright, and absolutely delicious!
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Easy Christmas Oreos – Christmas Oreo Pops
These cute 3 ingredient Christmas Oreo Pops are both super easy to make and delicious and can be customized with your favorite decorations for Christmas parties, edible gifts, Hostess Gifts and more.
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Christmas Deviled Eggs
Make Christmas deviled eggs with creamy yolks, lemon, Dijon and herbs. They’re bright, festive and fast to assemble with simple ingredients.
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Prosciutto-Wrapped Pear & Cheese Rolls – Chef’s Pencil
Chef Giorgos Tsoulis offers a uniquely flavorful and super easy appetizer for your Christmas table, but it’s also perfect for New Year’s Eve and virtually
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Tomato Sliders – Vegetarian South
Tomato Sliders are perfect for parties because they only take about ten minutes to make and they will feed a crowd. Everyone at your party will love that they can just rip off a tomato slider or two
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Puff Pastry Brie Bites
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!
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Hot Cocoa Dip
If you love cozy winter vibes but want a cold, sweet treat instead of a steaming mug, this Hot Cocoa Dip is your new best friend!
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Vegan Spinach Artichoke Cups
Vegan Spinach Artichoke Cups ~ a crowd favorite tucked inside a crispy and flaky shell.
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Cranberry Brie Bites • www.knifeandpaddle.com
Need a last minute appetizer that is sure to please all your guests? Then these 3-ingredient Cranberry Brie Bites are your answer!
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Sourdough Harvest Muffins Made with Freshly Milled Flour (Zucchini, Carrot, Apple Muffins)
These sourdough harvest muffins bring together zucchini, carrots, and apples all lifted with the tang of sourdough and the richness of freshly milled flour. They’re tender, wholesome, and just the right amount of rustic—perfect for breakfast on the porch, packing into lunchboxes, or sharing with neighbors as a taste of the season’s abundance.
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Charcuterie Tree
A Charcuterie Tree is a festive Christmas appetizer that everyone will love. Use this tutorial to make a charcuterie Christmas tree!
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Christmas Antipasto Wreath Appetizer (Italian Antipasti)
Antipasto Wreath is a gorgeous appetizer for Christmas! Build this antipasto recipe with the tastiest Italian meats, veggies, and cheese!
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Christmas Deviled Eggs
These Christmas Deviled Eggs look like miniature wreaths and are the perfect easy and festive appetizer for a holiday party!
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DIY Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board – A Festive & Delicious Holiday Centerpiece – mommychristmas.com
Create a festive DIY Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board with fresh spinach, cheese cutouts, pretzel sticks, nuts, and chocolates for a holiday centerpiece that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.
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Tuzlu Kurabiye – Turkish Cheesy Biscuits
These Cheese BIscuits are my version of Turkish Tuzlu Kurabiye. Literally translates as salty biscuit, I have added cheese to the dough. Perfect snack!
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Christmas Themed Charcuterie Board
This Christmas Charcuterie Board brings all the elegance and flavors of a gourmet spread with the festive charm of a Christmas tree. It looks stunning, but assembling it requires minimal effort!
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