1. Pigs in a Blanket
The very first thing on our list of make-ahead appetizer recipes is Pigs in Blanket. Christmas Pigs in blankets are very easy to make. they can become an appetizer or a snack. You can also decide not to wrap them in dough and use bacon. Full recipe at Ahead of Thyme.
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2. Roasted Chestnuts
Make-Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
These can be made in numerous ways, cooked over the stove, roasted in the oven or even in the air fryer. While cheese nuts are mostly found at street vendors, it is easy to make them at home. These walnuts will give your family a day to remember. Full recipe at Ahead of Thyme.
3. Cauliflower Cheddar Bay Biscuits
There is so much to like about these appetizers, they are gluten-free and low-carb because they are made with cauliflower. Garlic, cheddar cheese and chives add flavor to these biscuits. Full recipe at Eating Well.
4. Sausage Balls
Make-Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
Sausage balls are an ideal make-ahead appetizer for many occasions. There are also several ways of making them.
View one of the approaches Eating Well.
5. Baked Tofu & Vegetable Egg Rolls: Make Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
This is ideal for any vegetarians that you have. In most cases, they end up being forgotten. It is also a good way to bring in vegetables in a day filled with meat. Full recipe at FOOD52.
6. Spicy Marinated Cheese
Make-Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
It is marinated in a mixture of oil, vinegar, dried basil and garlic. These can easily be made ahead of time. for the icing, you can use green onions and sun-dried tomatoes. Full recipe Spicy Southern Kitchen.
7. Saffron- Raisin Cheese Ball
These an easy to make appetizers. Drizzled with honey and a lot of crisp crudites. Full recipe at Eating Well.
8. Cucumber Bites Appetizers
Make-Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
This is a good way to incorporate vegetables into your meal. They are also very easy to make. And will be a favourite of all the guests.
9. ROASTED MIXED NUTS:Make Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
It cannot get easier than this. You just need a mixture of nuts and then roast them. You can decide to use an oven or an air fryer.
10. Stuffed Pepperoncini
This to use those small mini peppers we often pass by in the market. All you need to do is to stuff them with. You can vary the stuffing to your liking. Full recipe at FOOD52.
11. Tomato bruschetta with balsamic glaze
Make-Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
This is an Italian appetizer that is very easy to make. It is topped with onions, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and basil. It is also something that you can make ahead of time.
Full recipe at AHEAD OF TYME.
12. The Best Smoked Salmon Spread
The flavor of smoked salmon spread develops with time. It is perfect if you let it sit in the fridge for a day or two. when storing it in the fridge cover it to prevent it from absorbing other flavors. Full recipe at allrecipes.
13. Spinach-and-Artichoke Bites
Make-Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
This is easy to make and can be enjoyed when holding a cocktail. It only takes 40 mins to prepare and can be made ahead.
Full recipe at myrecipes.
14. Savory Chicken Tarts:Make Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
A large percentage of people love chicken, so this is an appetizer that is going to be a favorite among your guests. they are easy to make and are filled with a mix of chicken and tomato slices. Full recipe at Home Cooking.
15. Christmas Tree Roll-ups
This appetizer just screams Christmas and you definitely cannot go wrong with it. It is also something that you get to make ahead of time.
Full recipe at Betty Crocker
16. Fried Mac and Cheese Balls: Make Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
These are crunchy on the outside and cheesy and creamy on the inside. It is a great way to use your leftover mac and cheese. Full recipe at AHEAD OF TYME.
17. Mini Sausage Stuffing Tarts
For this, you will need homemade crust and a quick sausage-mushroom filling. This is also an ideal Make-Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes. Full recipe at Eating Well.
18. Antipasto skewer: Make Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
These are super easy, quick and delicious appetizers to make for Christmas. The good thing is you can make them ahead. It is therefore an ideal make-ahead Christmas appetizer recipe. Full recipe at AHEAD OF TYME.
19. Pesto Humus
It is easy to make, healthy and delicious. It can be used as a dip for a lot of things. To top it off it is gluten-free and vegan. Full recipe at AHEAD OF TYME.
20. Easy Mini Quiches
Make-Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
What I love about this appetizer is that it has the ability to become what you would like it to be. Meaning you cannot leave it out of your make-ahead Christmas appetizer recipes. For it to become vegetarian friendly you just remove the bacon. You can also use the cheese that you most prefer. See the full recipe at allrecipes.
21. Cocktail Meatballs: Make Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
This is one of the most popular appetizers that can be made ahead of time. You can make them in advance and then flash freeze them and take them out minutes before serving them. You just need to reheat their source, one hour before the guest arrives. Full recipe at allrecipes.
22. Caprese Salad Skewers
Here you get to use the herbs of your choice. Slice the tomatoes, your preferred cheese and herbs and arrange them on a skewer and you are good to go.
Full recipe at Personally Andrea
23. Christmas Deviled Eggs
Make-Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
These appetizers are just for Christmas. you will need sweet relish, may, yellow mustard and red bell pepper. Full recipe at Just a Taste
24. Crispy Baked Crab Rangoon
These are perfect for dipping in sweet-and-sour sauce. This recipe is easy. You will start off by tucking quick-fix cream cheese and the crab mixture in the wonton wrappers then bake till golden brown. Full recipe at Just a Taste.
Christmas Veggie Tray Snowman
Make-Ahead Christmas Appetizers Recipes
Kids love a snowman and this will have them eating vegetables. You just need mushrooms, cauliflower florets, celery sticks, baby carrots, sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, black olives and ranch dressing.
Full recipe at Eating Richly.