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    Home » Appetizers & Hors d'Oeuvres » Best Holiday Hors d’Oeuvre Party Recipes

    Best Holiday Hors d’Oeuvre Party Recipes

    Dec 23, 2019 · by Valentina · 33 Comments

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    These are some of the best Best Holiday Hors d’Oeuvre Party Recipes! If you want to host an amazing party this year, this is the perfect, most delicious and fun menu! It offers a handful of bite-sized, gorgeous, savory treats that will have your guests raving about you. Best Holiday Hors d'Oeuvre Party Recipe in a photo collage

    Want the throw the best holiday hors d'oeuvre party ever!?

    Holiday Hors D'Oeuvre Party

    Another name for a Holiday Hors D'Oeuvre Party is Cocktail Party.

    You know, the parties where there are lots of tiny bites and drinks? You don't really have to sit down with a plate? Lots of mingling, eating and sipping?

    It's my favorite kind of party because it offers a variety of treats --  one to two bites each, of incredible flavors, that will keep my guests coming back for more.

    That's exactly what's going on with these super delicious and fun hors d'oeuvre party recipes.

    From warm, tender olives and spicy, smoky deviled eggs, to juicy meatballs and refreshing granita filled strawberries -- there's something here for everyone!

    It's so fun when everything is just a couple of bites. You can manage to hold a drink and a napkin in one hand, for starters. 😉

    Off we go . . .

    Click on the titles to get each recipe.

    Holiday Hors d’Oeuvre Party Recipes

    Warm Castelvertrano Olives
    It may sound and look simple, but the taste is over-the-top!  And you can whip this recipe up in just minutes!
    Warm Castelvertrano Olives in white bowl

    Tangerine Caprese Kebabs
    These are such a festive and fun hors d'oeuvre, and  they're almost too pretty to eat.  Don't let that stop you because they taste as good as they look!

    Tangerine Mint Caprese on wooden skewers on a blue plate

    Spicy Quinoa Pesto Bites
    A big burst of flavor in one, neat, bite-sized, spicy treat!

    Spicy Quinoa Bites with toothpicks

    Champagne Grape-Avocado Bruschetta
    This is a unique twist on the classic Bruschetta -- same idea only with different colors, textures and flavors. 

    Champagne Grape Avocado Bruschetta on wooden board

    Cucumber Dill Canapé
    This is hands down the most popular hors d'oeuvre I've ever served!

    Row of Cucumber Dill Canapes on a white, narrow plate.

    Minty Lime Granita Strawberry Cups
    A cocktail in a strawberry. Talk about festive!

    Minty Granita Strawberry Cups Recipe on a white platterSmoky Strawberry-Chipotle Compote Bacon Meatball
    Sweet, savory with a little heat, this one-bite appetizer is truly decadent.

    Strawberry Chipotle Compote Bacon Meatballs with toothpicks on a white platterSmoky Tomato-Bacon Chipotle Deviled Eggs
    These are not only suited for the best holiday hors d'oeuvre party, but would also be a most delicious dish to serve at brunch. 

    Smoky Tomato Bacon Chipotle Deviled Eggs on a white platter with long, green chivesBacon Dutch Yellow Hasselback Potatoes
    Smoky bacon, fresh basil, and creamy and crisp potatoes -- all in one, beautiful bite! 

    Bacon Basil Hasselback Dutch Yellow Potato Bites on a white platter with fresh basil leaves

    But wait, there's more . . . .

    • Mini Red Potatoes with Cranberries
    • Port Glazed Figs with Manchego and Prosciutto

    Enjoy all of these holiday hors d'oeuvre party recipes and even more, enjoy hosting a fabulous party!

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. David

      December 22, 2015 at 5:37 pm

      Love the olive recipe! (The whole collection is wonderful!)

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 22, 2015 at 9:49 pm

        Thank you, David! XO

        Reply
    2. sippitysup

      December 23, 2015 at 8:47 am

      What a party! Happy Holidays. GREG

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 23, 2015 at 2:53 pm

        Right back atcha, Greg. XOXO

        Reply
    3. Julia (@Imagelicious)

      December 24, 2015 at 12:38 pm

      Such a delicious collection of hors d'oeuvres! Yum!

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 24, 2015 at 10:29 pm

        Thanks, Julia! Happy Holidays!

        Reply
    4. Daniela Apostol

      December 24, 2015 at 12:46 pm

      They all look great! I particularly like the cucumber dill canapes.

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 24, 2015 at 10:30 pm

        Thanks, Daniela! Hope you try them. Happy Holidays!

        Reply
    5. Amanda@chewtown

      December 24, 2015 at 1:34 pm

      What a great round up of tasty canapés. Perfect timing as I finally have time to plan what I make for New Years!

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 24, 2015 at 10:30 pm

        Yay! Thanks, Amanda!

        Reply
    6. Hillary @ 918 Plate

      December 24, 2015 at 2:32 pm

      You had me at Strawberries and Bacon...Those look amazing! (as do the rest of them.) Pinning for next holiday season for sure!

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 24, 2015 at 10:31 pm

        Thanks so much, Hilary! The strawberry-bacon combination is yummy! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Simon

      December 25, 2015 at 12:21 am

      Lovely recipes in here! I'm really curious at the Smoky Strawberry chipotle compote bacon meatballs! They sound amazingly good!

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 25, 2015 at 6:45 pm

        Thanks so much, Simon! I LOVE those meatballs!

        Reply
    8. Mark, CompassandFork

      December 26, 2015 at 9:04 pm

      Great combination of good looking appetizers. Like your photos.

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 26, 2015 at 9:28 pm

        Thanks so much, Mark! Hope you give one or two a try. Happy Holidays!

        Reply
    9. Christine | Vermilion Roots

      December 27, 2015 at 8:46 am

      What colorful ideas. I especially like the kebabs. Thank you!

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 27, 2015 at 10:43 pm

        Thanks, Christine! Happy New Year! 🙂

        Reply
    10. Sarah

      December 27, 2015 at 10:50 am

      What a perfect go-to for the holidays! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 27, 2015 at 10:43 pm

        Thanks, Sarah. Hope you try some of them. 🙂

        Reply
    11. michele

      December 27, 2015 at 1:53 pm

      Your photos are amazing.....they really make me want to make just about every recipe in this collection. I love castelvetrano olives but have never served them warm... very interesting. ANd those potatoes..... yum! Happy New Year!

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 27, 2015 at 10:46 pm

        Thanks so much, Michele! I fell in love with the warm olives at a restaurant and have been making them ever since. Thanks for visiting my site and happy new year! 🙂

        Reply
    12. Tracy @ Served From Scratch

      December 27, 2015 at 4:00 pm

      What a gorgeous line up for an amazing party!

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 27, 2015 at 10:47 pm

        Thank you, Tracy! Happy New Year!

        Reply
    13. Annie @ Annie's Noms

      December 28, 2015 at 8:24 am

      What a great round up! The perfect selection of appetisers, they'd be great for a NYE party!

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 28, 2015 at 9:42 am

        Yes, that's what I was thinking. Thank you! 🙂

        Reply
    14. boastfulfood

      December 30, 2015 at 8:08 am

      These are great appetizer ideas for a party any time of the year! Making my mouth water just scrolling through them all:)

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 31, 2015 at 2:33 pm

        Thanks so much, Raquel. Enjoy & Happy New Year!! XO

        Reply
    15. David @ Spiced

      December 24, 2019 at 5:13 am

      Cocktail parties full of small bites are one of my favorite things about the holidays! I'll start with a bowl of those warm olives and then move right into the champagne grapes. Those grapes are so cool! I've only found them on rare occasions around here, but when I do I grab a bag or two. Love this collection of appetizers! Merry Christmas, my friend!

      Reply
    16. Jeff the Chef

      December 24, 2019 at 5:21 am

      What a fantastic collection of hors d'Oeuvres! Happy Holidays, Valentina!

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 25, 2019 at 9:44 pm

        Thank you, Jeff! And right back atcha -- Happy Holidays! 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    17. 2pots2cook

      December 26, 2019 at 12:12 am

      So beautiful collection dear. There are so many gatherings on our horizon these days so, yes I'll make some to impress the guys 🙂 Thank you dear and have happy holidays !

      Reply
      • valentina

        December 28, 2019 at 2:28 pm

        Thank you! Hope you love them and wishing you a lovely weekend. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply

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