Top Holiday Appetizers and Snacks

Spread holiday cheer with this collection of fun party appetizers and festive Christmas snacks for the whole family.

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Christmas Package Cheese Snack

Spread some holiday cheer at your family gathering with this savory appetizer.
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Delicious Decorations

Try this healthy appetizer for a class party or a holiday gathering.
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Holiday Cucumber Cups

These peeled cucumber cups, with their holiday color scheme, look wonderfully festive, plus they're a snap to make. The rounds provide the perfect base for all manner of tasty fillings. Flavored hummus works well, as do other savory dips.
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Mini Bagel Wreaths

Forget the front door. These bite-size wreaths -- whimsical enough to appeal to the smallest (and finickiest) guests -- are meant to deck your plate.
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Frosty the Cheese Ball

This cheery fellow won't have a chance to melt — he'll be gobbled up too quickly! And as is true of any snowman, dressing him is half the fun.
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Chile Con Queso

This satisfying, cheesy dip steals the show at any holiday gathering, and it's well-suited for teaching young cooks the basics of sauce-making and presentation.
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Chocolate Church Mice

These super sweet little mice are as much fun to make as they are to eat.
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Crunchy the Snowman

Dressed in colorful candy scarves and top hats, these stylish, easy-to-make snowmen are sure to liven up any holiday gathering.
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Tree-Trim Trail Mix

Inspired by the traditional holiday garland, this trail mix recipe turns a medley of good-for-you ingredients into a delicious cinnamon-scented treat.
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Holiday Pretzel Treats

Salty pretzels combine with sweet chocolate for these fun treats that make a yummy gift few can resist. (In fact, you may want to make some extras for yourself!)
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Jelly Bean Christmas Trees

With jelly beans and plastic pastry decorating bags, your kids can assemble these quick and easy Christmas trees for party favors or Secret Santa presents.
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Sweet and Savory Spiced Nuts

These delicious nuts, simply wrapped, make for a welcome gift during the holiday season.
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Popcorn Snowmen

Have fun making popcorn snowmen with your kids.
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Pine-Tree Fruit Kabobs

The "pine tree" in this festive holiday centerpiece is a pineapple laden with colorful fruit-kabob branches.
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Herb Breadsticks

Preparing a batch of these crispy, curly breadsticks is a fun activity for little bakers.
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Cheese Ball Santa

The highlight of any Christmas party is an appearance by Santa -- especially this Santa.
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Nutcracker Spiced Pecans

These sweet, spiced pecans make a scrumptious holiday snack.
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Popcorn Ball Ornaments

Have a ball with these edible Christmas ornaments!
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Sesame Crisps

These crunchy toasted-nut-flavored cookies pack up without crumbling. Send a dozen to a distant relative or bring a batch along on your holiday house visits.
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Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip

This flavorful dip, rich with feta cheese, makes a great sandwich spread too.
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Pizza Pocket Wreath

These mini calzones are easy to assemble (kids can help!), so it doesn't take long to make a whole wreath's worth --perfect for a party appetizer or holiday treat.
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Wrap 'n' Stack Sandwich Tree

Made from mini sandwiches and trimmed with colorful vegetables, it can serve as a healthy alternative to the usual array of holiday sweets.
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