The Holidays should be one of the most wonderful times of the year! Whether your Holidays involve 30* and snowy pine trees or 70* and palm trees by the ocean breeze; appetizers are always great to serve to large or small groups. Besides, a full belly is a happy belly. Meaning, you don’t have to serve a large roast beef dinner to make your guests happy. Delicious and easy appetizers will do the trick just as well. There is a reason why hangry is a true feeling, and sometimes you just need that Snickers Bar. Well, during the Holidays sometimes all you need is mouthwatering appetizers with the ones you love! So, let’s learn about a few easy and scrumptious appetizers…
Avocado Bacon Fries
What you’ll need:
-Avocados
-Bacon
-Garlic Salt
-Paprika
-Cumin
***You may just have all these ingredients on hand already!
Serve with:
-Ranch
-Creamy Buffalo Sauce
-A Homemade Spicy Dipping Sauce
Check out this RECIPE!
Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms
What you’ll need:
-Button Mushrooms
-Cream Cheese
-Parmesan Cheese
-Swiss Cheese
-Cheddar Cheese
-Roasted Garlic
-Chives
-Parsley
-Sea Salt
***Substitute any of the cheeses with one that you and your family likes best!
Other items to add:
-BACON (either wrap mushrooms or crumble on top)
-Italian Bread Crumbs
-Hot Sauce (You know who you are ;))
Check out this RECIPE!
Individual Buffalo Chicken Bites
What you’ll need:
-Shredded Chicken
-Frank’s Red Hot Sauce
-Plain Greek Yogurt
-Blue Cheese
-Green Onions
-Pepper
-Cucumbers
What you can substitute:
-Crackers for Cucumbers
-Cheddar Cheese for Blue Cheese
-Any Buffalo Sauce for Frank’s
Check out this RECIPE!
Mini Pretzel Cheese Balls
What you’ll need:
-Pretzels (Gluten Free ones work too)
-Cream Cheese
-Cheddar Cheese
-Bacon
-Ranch Seasoning
Check out this RECIPE!
Here are some fun toothpick appetizer ideas!
Greek Salad
What you’ll need:
-Feta Cheese
-Cherry Tomatoes
-Cucumbers
-Red Onions
-Olives
-Red Wine Vinegar
-Greek Seasoning
-Toothpicks
Check out this RECIPE!
Turkey Wrapped Hot Pickles
What you’ll need:
-Baby Pickles
-Cream Cheese
-Cheddar Cheese
-Jalapeños
-Deli Turkey Meat
-Hot Pepper Jelly
-Garlic Powder
-Salt & Pepper
-Toothpicks
***Add deli ham meat too!
Check out this RECIPE!
Wedge Salad
What you’ll need:
-Iceberg Lettuce
-Bacon
-Grape Tomatoes
-Blue Cheese or Cheddar Cheese
-Blue Cheese or Ranch Salad Dressing
-Toothpicks
Check out this RECIPE!
Sometimes during the Holidays, all you need to serve is appetizers! That is why having a large variety of yummy appetizer recipes on hand is definitely a must ~ especially on New Years Eve or Day. Appetizers are always a HUGE hit! Maybe, even the only food you will need to serve. It could be fun to host an appetizer party. Where everyone brings one to pass. Hopefully, you can add the above appetizers to your Holiday Recipe Book.
