10 Best Holiday Party Appetizers

One of my favorite holiday traditions is my family’s annual Christmas party every December. We spend several days cooking and preparing our party spread, complete with my dad’s Swedish meatballs, my mom’s caramelized onion and feta cheese pizza, and my selection of seasonal desserts. Then on a Sunday night, we fill our house with dear friends and enjoy a fun night of laughter and holiday merriment. Since I’m miles away from home and missing out on the festive affair this year, I’m living vicariously through some of my favorite holiday recipes on the web, storing them away for next year. These party appetizers don’t equal hours in the kitchen (meaning more time for fun!), and are guaranteed crowd-pleasers at any gathering. Click through for 10 recipes that have me drooling, and let me know what your go-to party appetizer is this season!

 

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Avocado and Pomegranate Crostini, Love and Lemons

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Colorful Crudite, Saveur

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Herbed Cheese Straws, Camille Styles

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Baked Camembert with Pears, Food & Wine

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Upside-Down Mushroom Tartlets, Martha Stewart

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Green Bean and Bacon Bundles, How Sweet Eats

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Goat Cheese and Apricot Truffles, Saveur

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Corn Fritters, Country Living

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Prawn, Caper and Chive Crostini, Gratinee Blog

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Buttery Roasted Chestnuts, Bon Appetit