Christmas is a time for joy and celebration, and what better way to get the party started than with a delicious selection of festive appetizers? From savory to sweet, these Christmas appetizer recipes are sure to please your family and friends. Enjoy a variety of bite-sized treats like mini quiches, stuffed mushrooms, and bacon-wrapped dates. For a sweet touch, try some of our favorite holiday desserts like mini pecan pies and gingerbread truffles. With so many delicious options, you'll be sure to find the perfect appetizers for your Christmas gathering.
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Tantalize your taste buds with this delicious Prawn and Zucchini Tartlets recipe! Enjoy the savory flavors of prawns,...
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Prawn and Zucchini Tartlets
recipe by: ImPat on 4th Dec 2014
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 8 Minutes
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This pâté was traditionally served as a late night snack at weddings in our area; it was used to make fancy sandwiches...
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Ham Pâté
recipe by: QueenBea on 4th Dec 2014
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Recipe source: Bon Appetit (December 1987) using #recipe16254 or your favorite marmalade
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Tangerine Marmalade Tartlets
recipe by: ellie on 7th Dec 2014
Prep Time: 40 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
This dip is really good, it's easy just prepare, chill an hour or longer, then just pop in the microwave to heat....
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Layered Pepperoni Pizza Dip (Microwave)
recipe by: KittenCal on 7th Dec 2014
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 5-6 Minutes
Another Dick Clark recipe
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American Bandstand Artichoke Dip (Dick Clark)
recipe by: dienia b on 13th Dec 2014
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
I make these often for pot-lucks or whenever I have guests over, they are always a hit. I never thought of this as a...
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Mini Meat and Cheese Skewers
recipe by: QueenBea on 14th Dec 2014
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
This is a vegan cheddar-like cheese made with nuts, not milk mike
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Pine Nut Log
recipe by: dienia b on 18th Dec 2014
Prep Time: 1 Days
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
This easy to make Baked Lemon Shrimp recipe is perfect for any occasion! Delicious and flavorful, it's a great appetizer...
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Baked Lemon Shrimp
recipe by: DanD on 21st Dec 2014
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 12-15 Minutes
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This is fast, easy and so good. Does not last long at all so make extra.
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Crock Pot Candied Pecans
recipe by: bigmmg on 21st Dec 2014
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 2 Hours
Makes a great appetizer! The great thing about these is that you can assemble them well in advance and refrigerate until...
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Spinach & Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms
recipe by: KittenCal on 23rd Dec 2014
Prep Time: 45 Minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 Minutes
A creamy, savory shrimp pate made with fresh shrimp, cream cheese, butter, white wine, green onion, parsley, and lemon...
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Shrimp Pate
recipe by: Abbie on 7th Jan 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
This Texas Taco Dip is the perfect appetizer for any gathering! A layer of refried beans is topped with a creamy...
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Texas Taco Dip
recipe by: ssej1078 on 11th Jan 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Crispy coconut shrimp with a sweet and tangy pineapple dipping sauce. Enjoy this delicious seafood dish with a unique...
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Coconut Shrimp With Pineapple Dipping Sauce
recipe by: JamesdoesCook... on 11th Jan 2015
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
The word raclette comes from the French word racier (rah-CLAY), meaning "to scrape." Raclette is traditionally prepared...
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Raclette (Switzerland)
recipe by: lazyme on 21st Jan 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
These sound super simple and good. From Gourmet Magazine, July 1990.
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Goat Cheese, Salami & Tomato On Mini-Bagels
recipe by: lazyme on 23rd Jan 2015
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
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One of my go-to recipe for deviled eggs, it`s just a basic recipe but it can be modified to be made creamier, spicier or...
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Classic Deviled Eggs
recipe by: MistyNix on 23rd Jan 2015
Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Adapted from JackieOhNo! This is an Italian dish that we eat a lot in Argentina. Great antipasto. Usually served for...
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Vitel Toné - Vitello Tonnato
recipe by: MsPia on 27th Jan 2015
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
I served this for Super Bowl foot ball game and everyone gobbled it up, you could add in other things if you want it...
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Spicy Beer Cheese Dip
recipe by: lisaclm82 on 4th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 1 Hours
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
This uses powdered buttermilk (SACO or Bob's Red Mill for example). I always have the SACO brand in the...
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Buttermilk Chive Dip
recipe by: Mikekey on 5th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
From Chef Fred Haines, 33rd Street Bistro, Sacramento, CA.
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Dungeness Crab & Artichoke Dip With Crostini
recipe by: lazyme on 7th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
From ITALIAN COUNTRY COOKING by Susanna Gelmetti.
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Grilled Zucchini & Goat Cheese Parcels
recipe by: lazyme on 7th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
I am not sure where I found this recipe, but these are great appetizer's and they freeze so well. The family loves...
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Tomato & Basil Tartlets
recipe by: Tisme on 7th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
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All the different vegetables in this recipe are fabulous and evoke perfect Mediterranean flavors. It's always a...
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Forevermama's Meditterranean Vegetable Terrine
recipe by: ForeverMama on 7th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 1 Hours
Cook Time: 1.20 Hours
Tasty Taco Dip with refried beans, avocados, sour cream, cheddar cheese, taco sauce, jalapeno sauce, olives, scallions,...
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Beth's Taco Dip
recipe by: lazyme on 24th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
I love shrimp balls, but not the deep fried ones. Steamed dumplings are great but often take more time than I want....
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Baked Shrimp Balls
recipe by: Marramamba on 5th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
I found a number of recipes from Hawthorne Lane restaurant in SF. These dumplings just make me want to cook them now!...
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Chicken & Green Onion Dumplings W/ Balsamic Soy Dipping Sauce
recipe by: Marramamba on 6th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 40 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
These are a nice change from the more standard beef or pork potstickers, the home made dough is easier than pie (crust...
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Chicken Pot Stickers
recipe by: Marramamba on 6th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
This recipe is by Gay Gilmore. These little guys were served as part of Gay & Troy's wedding buffet. I loved...
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Spicy Jalapeno Crab Cakes
recipe by: Bergy on 12th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes