Christmas time is filled with great food and creating new food memories with your family and friends.
Whether you are hosting a Christmas party, attending one or bringing a dish to a family dinner,
you can find the perfect Christmas party food ideas in this list.
I have broken this list down into categories so that you can find the perfect appetizers, main dishes, desserts and drinks for your Christmas party!
1. Grinch Kabobs
If you want to add a healthy option to your dessert table, these Grinch Kabobs are a great option.
They’re made with green grapes, strawberries, bananas, and mini marshmallows.
You can also add a slice of banana or a mini marshmallow to the top of the toothpick to create a little Santa hat!
2. Christmas Tree Vegetable Platter
Get in the holiday spirit with a Christmas tree-shaped veggie platter.
This is a simple way to dress up your favorite veggies and dip. You could also use cheese and olives to create the tree shape.
Don’t forget to make a big batch of our homemade ranch to serve with your veggies!
3. Santa Strawberries
Get your kids to help you make these adorable strawberries. All you need are strawberries, whipped cream, and mini chocolate chips.
Then, slice the tops off the strawberries and pipe whipped cream on top.
Place the strawberry top back on top of the whipped cream and pipe a small amount of whipped cream on top of that.
Add mini chocolate chips for the eyes and mouth. So easy and fun!
Get the recipe from The Kitchen Prep.
SHOP WHIPPED CREAM
4. Melting Snowman Oreo Balls
These snowman Oreo balls are almost too cute to eat!
They’re made with crushed Oreos and cream cheese, then dipped in white chocolate and decorated with candies.
Get the recipe from The Girl Who Ate Everything.
5. Santa Claus Cheese Snacks
These are just too cute to eat! But we promise, once you get a taste of the cream cheese and shredded cheddar filling,
you won’t be able to stop popping these in your mouth.
Get the recipe from Delish.
6. Snowman Cheese Ball
You can’t go wrong with a cheese ball at a party.
This one is shaped like a snowman and coated in a salty, nutty crust. Serve with crackers and veggies.
Get the recipe from Delish.
7. Reindeer Brownies
These cute brownies are a simple but adorable way to add a little Christmas touch to any dessert table.
Just bake your favorite brownie recipe and use a reindeer-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the brownies.
Then, use a small round cookie cutter to cut out the center of the brownie to make room for Rudolph’s nose.
Fill the center with a small red candy, and you’re done!
8. Christmas Tree Fruit Platter
This is a fun and festive way to serve up a fruit platter!
I used a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the watermelon “star” and then stacked the rest of the fruit on the platter in the shape of a Christmas tree.
I used strawberries and grapes, but you can really use any fruit you like. I recommend using fruit that’s not too soft and that’s easy to skewer.
I used a wooden skewer to make the tree trunk but you could also use a celery stalk or pretzel rods!
9. Grinch Fruit Kabobs
Get into the holiday spirit by making your own Grinch fruit kabobs.
These are a cinch to put together and are a healthier option for your guests. You can also make it into a fun activity for the kids.
Just set out all the ingredients and let them build their own kabobs.
If you want to make it more of a dessert, you can add mini marshmallows to the kabobs.
10. Christmas Light Cupcakes
These festive Christmas Light Cupcakes are perfect for a holiday party! They’re easy to make and look so pretty on a white cake stand.
To make them, bake your favorite cupcake recipe and allow them to cool completely.
Then, pipe a swirl of buttercream frosting on top and decorate with M&M’s or Skittles candies.
You can add a mini pretzel stick to the top of the cupcake for a little extra detail.
11. Grinch Pretzel Bites
Get the recipe from The Soccer Mom Blog.
12. Santa Hat Cheesecake Bites
These Santa hat cheesecake bites are so cute and festive! The red and white colors make them perfect for Christmas and they’re easy to make, too.
13. Reindeer Rice Krispies
In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the marshmallows and butter on high for 1-2 minutes, or until the marshmallows are puffed and melted. Stir well.
Pour the marshmallow mixture over the cereal and stir well. Press into a greased 9×13 pan and allow to cool.
Cut the treats into 2×3 inch rectangles and press pretzels into the top. Add candy eyes and a red M&M nose.
14. Grinch Popcorn
Get the recipe from Cooking Classy.
This recipe is a must for any Grinch-themed party.
15. Christmas Tree Cupcakes
These Christmas tree cupcakes are made with a simple boxed cake mix and a few other ingredients,
but you can use your favorite cupcake recipe if you prefer.
The frosting is a simple homemade buttercream dyed green, then piped onto the cupcakes in a tree shape.
Top each tree with a few sprinkles and a gold star and you’re done.
16. Reindeer Noses
We’re not sure what’s more fun to talk about — the fact that these are made with doughnut holes or the fact that they’re called reindeer noses!
We’re also not sure what’s more fun to eat — the fact that they’re made with doughnut holes or the fact that they’re called reindeer noses.
Toss your favorite brand of doughnut holes in a mixture of melted chocolate and peanut butter chips, then roll them in crushed pretzels.
Let them set in the fridge for at least 20 minutes, then serve them in a bowl or package them up as party favors.
17. Santa Crackers
These no-bake treats are the perfect combination of sweet and salty.
Crunchy crackers are layered with a sweet cream cheese filling and topped with fresh fruit. Kids will love to help make these fun Santa crackers.
18. Snowman Donuts
These donuts are so easy to make and are adorable!
You can make them in a matter of minutes and they are perfect for a Christmas party, a holiday get-together, or just a fun treat for the kids.
19. Christmas Tree Brownies
Get the kids to help decorate these festive brownies. You can make them from scratch or use a box mix to save time.
20. Grinch Fudge
Get the recipe from The Soccer Mom Blog.
21. Santa Belly Cookies
You can make these cookies as big or small as you want!
The base for the Santa belly is a classic sugar cookie, so you can add your own spin with different cookie flavors.
Then, you’ll top each cookie with a dollop of buttercream and a strawberry sour belt.
22. Reindeer Chow
Reindeer chow is a fun twist on classic muddy buddies, but with a holiday spin.
This recipe is super easy to make and is a great treat to have out at your party. Plus, you can make a big batch and put it in a bowl for people to munch on!
23. Christmas Tree Cheese Platter
It’s not a holiday party without a cheese board.
This one is extra festive and fun with a Christmas tree shape!
You can use any cheese you like, but we recommend a mix of white, yellow, and orange cheeses for a colorful display.
Get the recipe from The Baker Mama.
24. Grinch Punch
Get the recipe from Delish.
SHOP PUNCH BOWLS
This punch is a great way to get the party started.
Conclusion
There are so many options for Christmas party food! You can go the sweet route with cookies and candy or you can go the savory route with appetizers and dips. If you are feeling ambitious, you can even have a full holiday meal! No matter what you choose, the most important thing is to have fun! Don’t stress out and have the best holiday season ever! Merry Christmas!