Make your holiday parties unforgettable with the best Christmas finger food recipes! 🎄 These holiday finger food ideas are easy to make, festive, and perfect for entertaining. From savory bites to sweet nibbles, these easy Christmas appetizers and party snacks are crowd-pleasers everyone will love. The perfect holiday treat ideas for family gatherings and celebrations! 🍴✨
Snack, Sip & Celebrate: Christmas Finger Food Recipes to Try This Year! 🎄
The holiday season is here!
’Tis the perfect time to gather with your friends, family, and loved ones to celebrate and, of course, eat!
Whether you’re planning a cozy Christmas Eve dinner menu, hosting a festive cocktail party, or throwing a casual get-together with friends, having a spread of Christmas finger foods is a must.
These bite-sized holiday appetizers are fun, easy to serve, and let everyone mingle without being tied to a dinner plate.
From cheesy, savory bites to sweet holiday treats, these Christmas party snacks are a stunning, low-effort way to wow guests!
Holiday Appetizer Ideas: Christmas Finger Food Recipes for Parties, Potlucks & Family Dinners!
Bacon Wrapped Smokies (3 Ways)
Recipe by A Farmgirl’s Dabbles
Ready in ~ Prep: 20 mins Cook: 40 mins
Yields ~ 4 to 6 appetizer size servings
Why It’s Great ~ Let your guests enjoy the classic with brown sugar or switch it up with sweet pineapple or spicy jalapeño slices for a fun party twist!
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Christmas Deviled Eggs
Recipe by Best Appetizers
Ready in ~ Prep: 15 mins Cook: 15 mins
Yields ~ 12 servings
Why It’s Great ~ Rich, creamy, and topped with a festive touch of “holly” made from pomegranate and parsley!
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Burrata and Steak Crostini
Recipe by Lindsey Eats
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins Cook: 10 mins
Yields ~ 20 servings
Why It’s Great ~ The ultimate finger food for christmas! Creamy burrata on garlicky sourdough toasts with tender steak, pepper flakes, chives, and a drizzle of balsamic for a super creamy, garlicky bite!
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Candied Pecans
Recipe by Gimme Some Oven
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins Cook: 40 mins
Yields ~ 6 cups
Why It’s Great ~ Perfectly toasty and crunchy with a thick cinnamon-sugar coating, naturally sweetened and made the old-fashioned way with just 7 simple ingredients!
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Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates
Recipe by Eating Bird Food
Ready in ~ Prep: 15 mins Cook: 10 mins
Yields ~ 34 servings
Why It’s Great ~ Soft, caramel-like dates filled with creamy goat cheese, topped with roasted pecans and a hint of fresh thyme for an elegant holiday finger food idea!
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Mini Baked Brie Bites
Recipe by Plays Well With Butter
Ready in ~ Prep: 40 mins Cook: 20 mins
Yields ~ 12 servings
Why It’s Great ~ Golden, flaky, and irresistibly ooey-gooey inside! A simple yet show-stopping holiday treat filled with brie and cranberry sauce (or your favorite preserves)!
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Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
Recipe by Ambitious Kitchen
Ready in ~ Prep: 40 min Cook: 20 mins
Yields ~ 10 servings
Why It’s Great ~ The perfect party appetizer (and totally kid-friendly!) featuring juicy chicken meatballs with a savory, crispy coating and a gooey mozzarella center.
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Parmesan Rosemary Crackers
Recipe by Bites With Bri
Ready in ~ Prep: 25 mins Cook: 30 mins
Yields ~ 6 servings
Why It’s Great ~ Buttery, crunchy, and packed with flavor! These herby crackers need only five ingredients and make the perfect holiday nibble.
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Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Recipe by Ahead of Thyme
Ready in ~ 35 minutes
Yields ~ 20 scallops
Why It’s Great ~ Tender, fresh scallops wrapped in salty bacon slices and finished with a drizzle of rich lemon butter sauce for the perfect bite!
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Filet Mignon Bites
Recipe by Platings and Pairings
Ready in ~ Prep: 20 mins Cook: 10 mins
Yields ~ 12 servings
Why It’s Great ~ Tender, juicy pieces of filet mignon wrapped in crispy bacon and served with a thick, tangy horseradish sauce for an elegant christmas party finger food!
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Caprese Skewers
Recipe by Wholesome Yum
Ready in ~ 15 minutes
Yields ~ 3 servings
Why You’ll Love It ~ These Caprese Skewers with tomato, mozzarella, and basil are an easy holiday finger food that everyone will love. Simple, fresh, and so good!
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Pear and Prosciutto Crostini with Gorgonzola
Recipe by Lindsey Eats
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins Cook: 10 mins
Servings ~ 6 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ Each slice is lathered with a creamy gorgonzola spread, then topped with juicy pear slices wrapped in savory prosciutto. The perfect fancy-but-easy holiday bite!
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Pigs In a Blanket
Recipe by The Modern Proper
Ready in ~ Prep: 15 mins, Cook: 15 mins
Yields ~ 8 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ A party classic everyone grabs first! These golden, flaky Pigs in a Blanket are easy, tasty, and always a crowd favorite.
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Apricot Jam and Gruyere Puff Pastry
Recipe by Cooking in my Genes
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins Cook: 20 mins
Yields ~ 16 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ Baked with nutty Gruyere cheese, apricot jam, and almonds, it’s topped with a drizzle of honey and fresh thyme. Sweet, savory, and perfectly flaky!
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Antipasto Wreath
Recipe by Averie Cooks
Ready in ~ 20 mins
Yields ~ 10 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ A fun and festive twist on a classic! This Antipasto Wreath is loaded with meats, cheese, and veggies, the perfect holiday appetizer that doubles as a centerpiece.
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Smoked Salmon Canapés
Recipe by Nibble and Dine
Ready in ~ 15 mins
Yields ~ 16 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ Crisp crackers or bread are topped with creamy cheese, silky smoked salmon, fresh dill, a quick and elegant appetizer, made with only 8 ingredients in about 15 minutes!
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Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Tarts
Recipe by Sally’s Baking Addiction
Ready in ~ 15 minutes
Yields ~ 24 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ Buttery, flaky, and full of holiday flavor! These Puff Pastry Tarts are sweet, tangy, and totally irresistible for any Christmas spread.
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Chicken Pinwheel Crescent Wreath
Recipe by The Novice Chef
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins, Cook: 20 mins
Yields ~ 8 servings
Why Everyone Will Love ~ Warm, cheesy, and so festive! This Chicken Pinwheel Crescent Wreath is an easy pull-apart appetizer that looks amazing and tastes even better.
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Roasted Grape and Brie Crostini
Recipe by Ambitious Kitchen
Ready in ~ Prep: 5 mins, Cook: 25 mins
Yields ~ 20 servings
Why Everyone Will Love ~ Sweet roasted grapes, creamy brie, and a drizzle of honey come together for an easy, elegant holiday bite that feels fancy but takes no effort.
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Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board
Recipe by Baker by Nature
Ready in ~ 30 mins
Yields ~ 8-12 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ Festive, fun, and perfect for grazing! This Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board is loaded with meats, cheeses, and colorful bites that make snacking feel extra merry.
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5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Guava BBQ Meatballs
Recipe by Butter Be Ready
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins Cook: 4-8 hours
Yields ~ 10-12 servings
Why It’s Great ~ Dump all 5 ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic, they turn out tender, juicy, and perfectly coated in a sweet, tangy guava BBQ sauce!
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Beef Wellington Bites
Recipe by Appetizer Addiction
Ready in ~ 40 minutes
Yields ~ 24 servings
Why You’ll Love It ~ A wonderful festive appetizer with a flavorful filling, these mini versions of the classic Beef Wellington are versatile enough to fit any occasion!
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Crab Cake Sliders
Recipe by Easy Weeknight Recipes
Ready in ~ Prep: 15 mins Cook: 30 mins
Yields ~ 12 servings
Why It’s Great ~ Mini New England crab cakes packed with real crab, Old Bay, and crispy breadcrumbs, served hot on soft Hawaiian rolls, the ultimate bite-sized holiday treat!
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Prosciutto-Wrapped Cantaloupe
Recipe by Plays Well With Butter
Ready in ~ 10 mins
Yields ~ 4-6 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ Juicy cantaloupe wrapped in prosciutto for a sweet, salty bite that’s simple, elegant, and always a crowd favorite. A simple yet elegant finger food!
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Puff Pastry Apple Roses
Recipe by Sugar Hero
Ready in ~ Prep: 1 hour Cook: 25 mins
Yields ~ 12 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ Made with flaky puff pastry, thinly sliced apples, and a touch of cranberry sauce, an easy, elegant treat that taste as good as they look. Beautiful, flaky, and delicious!
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Prosciutto and Melon Skewers
Recipe by She Keeps a Lovely Home
Ready in ~ Prep: 20 minutes, Assembly: 30 mins
Yields ~ 20 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ Sweet melon, savory prosciutto, fresh mozzarella balls, and tiny leaves of mint, these make the perfect easy grab-and-go holiday appetizer.
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Bourbon Bacon Jam Crostini
Recipe by The Savory Cipolla
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins Cook: 50 mins Chill: 2 hours
Yields ~ 20 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ Toasted crostini topped with brie and sweet bourbon bacon jam make a rich, flavorful bite that’s sure to impress.
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Baked Feta Bites
Recipe by Appetizer Addiction
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins Cook: 10 mins
Yields ~ 12 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ Crispy, golden phyllo pastry filled with creamy feta and drizzled with honey for the perfect mix of sweet and savory. Elegant, easy to make, and always a hit at holiday parties!
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Crispy Oven Baked Rosemary Garlic Fries
Recipe by Fork in the Kitchen
Ready in ~ Prep: 15 mins, Cook: 25 mins
Yields ~ 4 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ Crispy, golden fries infused with fragrant rosemary and garlic, the perfect crunchy, savory snack or finger food that’s sure to be a hit!
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Cinnamon Palmiers
Recipe by Baker Street Society
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins Cook: 12 mins
Yields ~ 20 servings
Why Everyone Will Love It ~ Light, crispy, and perfectly sweet! Buttery puff pastry cookies with a caramelized cinnamon-sugar crunch, simple to make and impossible to resist.
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And there you have it – Easy Christmas Finger Food Recipes for you to try!
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