The Best 35 Easy Holiday Appetizers

35 EASY HOLIDAY

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Christmas Wreath

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Cajun Shrimp Bites

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Cranberry Meatballs

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Mini Crab Cakes

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Epic Holiday Board

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Gouda & Apple Crostini

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Herb Roasted Shrimp

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35 EASY HOLIDAY

APPETIZERS

RECIPES

Christmas Wreath

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Cajun Shrimp Bites

Cranberry Meatballs

Mini Crab Cakes

These Mini Baked Crab Cakes are made with lump crab meat, yogurt, lemon, and gluten-free panko and topped with a spicy sriracha sauce.

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Epic Holiday Board

Gouda & Apple Crostini

Herb Roasted Shrimp

These Roasted Shrimp are the best holiday party appetizer! It’s a fun spin-off of the traditional shrimp cocktail.

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