If you’re scrambling to find some holiday party food ideas at the last minute, you’ve come to the right place. Christmas and New Years should be focused on spending time with loved ones – not brainstorming finger food ideas for your family get together. Because that’s what we’re for! We’ve got a great roundup of ideal holiday party food ideas that will keep your guests happy and full throughout the holiday season. Here’s a selection of the perfect party foods for your next holiday soiree.
Stuffed Dates
You can’t get classier than stuffed dates. Maybe it’s because in the U.S., we don’t eat them as often (which is a shame), but dates always seem more exotic than setting out your standard chips and dips or a platter of cookies. This year, try serving dates, except try some of our recipes for stuffed dates. They’re delicious, simple to make, and make an excellent holiday appetizer – especially when they’re stuffed with blue cheese and topped with bacon.
Caramel Dipped Shortbread
You can’t have Christmas without shortbread. Even by itself, shortbread is super easy to make and delicous to have around the house as a holiday snack. But, if you want to add a little polish to your shortbread cookies this year, try our recipe for caramel dipped shortbread cookies. All you need is shortbread, melted caramel, and chocolate sprinkles, and you’ve got a perfect twist on a classic holiday cookie.
Chestnut Spread
Maybe you won’t be roasting chestnuts over an open fire, but you should at least make this tasty chestnut spread. Although it’s sweet, it pairs well with almost any type of cracker or cookie. You can even pair it with pretzels or with slices of fruit. Find the full chestnut spread recipe here, along with tips on what to dip in it.
Cream Puffs and Cheese Puffs
Another holiday classic? Puff pastry filled with cheese. These are also known as cheese puffs, and when filled with creme, creme puffs. Now, they may not be as easy to put together as a stuffed date, but they’re well worth trying. Find a basic cream puff recipe here, along with versions for cheese puffs and apple and ice cream stuffed pastries.
What holiday party food ideas are your favorite? Do you have any standard holiday fare that you always serve at holiday parties? Share them with us in the comments!
