These Holiday Appetizers Are So Good, They're Practically a Gift of Their Own

Whether you want to upgrade your cheese board or make your finger foods look even more delightful, these easy-to-make chips will do the trick. Just dust some bread with olive oil, herbs, and salt, and your work is just about done!

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If you need a last-minute appetizer, make these impressive bites. Brie cheese, cranberry jam, and puff pastry work together to make each bite of these a true delight. Add fresh sage to make these complete.

Get the recipe: mini pastry-wrapped cranberry baked brie bites

Take artichoke dip to the next level when you make these divine rolls. Just stuff biscuits with a hefty scoop of artichoke, jalapeño dip, and some jack cheese, and top 'em off with butter.

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You might've had onion dip before, but have you had it baked and caramelized? Warm, rich, and bursting with sharp flavor, this dip will go fast.

Get the recipe: baked caramelized onion dip

What do you get when you mix bacon, goat cheese, and dates together, you ask? The most mouthwatering recipe of them all. These baked bites will melt in your mouth, so be sure to grab a couple so you can enjoy every bite.

Get the recipe: goat-cheese-stuffed, bacon-wrapped dates with rosemary honey

Imagine: two layers of creamy cheese; caramelized apples, pears, and cranberries; and a dash of butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Now tell us, what could possibly be better?

Get the recipe: caramelized winter-fruit-stuffed brie

Sweet and savory, these puff pastry swirls are perfect for a preholiday dinner. Flaky puff pastries are paired with rich brie cheese, dried cranberries, and a dash of cinnamon sugar to make this five-ingredient recipe one to remember.

Get the recipe: cranberry brie puff pastry swirls

Warm, rich, and almost too good to be true, these chicken meatballs are filled with Swiss cheese and ham and cooked to perfection in a dreamy white wine dijon sauce. Eat them while they're hot for best results.

Get the recipe: chicken cordon bleu meatballs

If you're into dips, you'll be all about this recipe! Tart, sweet, and a little spicy, this baked brie dip will be hard to walk away from. Notice how well the cranberries, jalapeños, and brown sugar work together to create a taste like no other.

Get the recipe: cranberry-jalapeño baked brie dip

You know your dinner is off to a good start when mac and cheese makes a debut at the top of the menu! These little bites are filled with warm noodles and rich cheese, making it hard to stop eating them. Dig in!

Get the recipe: three-cheese mini macaroni and cheese bites

Easy, simple, and bursting with flavor, these crostini will make your mouth water. The cranberry-orange sauce sits atop a whole-grain crostini that's coated in goat cheese, meaning these will leave you wanting more after just one bite.

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The holidays and baked Brie go together like peanut butter and jelly, in our opinions. The best part about this cheesy app is that it's surrounded by warm, easy-to-pull-apart bread, making it a treat to eat.

Get the recipe: caramelized pear and baked brie bread bowl

Baked or fried, these eggs rolls taste as delicious as ever. With the mushrooms, ginger, and rich chicken, you'll want these to be the main meal.

Get the recipe: Chinese chicken and brussels sprout egg rolls with sweet chile pomegranate sauce

If you need an easy and quick app, you can't go wrong with these phyllo bites. They only take 20 minutes to whip up, and the results are drool-worthy.

Get the recipe: honey bacon goat cheese phyllo bites

With only three ingredients, these small bites are so easy to make. You'll get notes of rich prosciutto, sharp feta, and sweet dates. Yes, please.

Get the recipe: prosciutto-wrapped, feta-stuffed dates

When you make this recipe, you'll get to enjoy warm brie cheese atop roasted potatoes that are doused in a dollop of cranberry sauce. They're seasonal, festive, and too tasty to pass up.

Get the recipe: brie and cranberry potato bites

Warm, savory, and sweet, this pull-apart bread is a dream come true. Just cut the bread to create a crosshatch pattern; stuff it with butter, brie, pecans, and cranberries; and bake until warm. It's almost too easy not to make!

Get the recipe: cranberry brie pull apart bread

Bruschetta is good any time of year, but this fall-inspired recipe makes it even better in the chilly months. A fluffy baguette is topped with goat cheese, arugula, roasted butternut squash, and tomatoes to make this app practically burst with flavor.

Get the recipe: roasted butternut squash bruschetta

On a chilly fall night, nothing sounds quite as good as a warm, rich cheesy dip. This baked brie delicacy is made with squash, brie and mozzarella cheese, caramelized onions, and fresh spices. Eat it with French bread, apple slices, pears, and more.

Get the recipe: baked brie dip with caramelized onions and delicata squash

Quick, easy, and a fan favorite, these tarts are too good to be true. Creamy brie, tangy cranberries, and a fluffy puff pastry work together to make these cheese-filled tarts ready to be served in no time.

Get the recipe: cranberry brie pastry tarts

Sweet and savory, this cheese ball is so easy to make! All you need is fresh rosemary, dried cranberries, sliced almonds, and goat cheese. Dunk crackers, toast, pears, apples, and veggies into it for best results.

Get the recipe: cranberry goat cheese ball

Complete with crackers, chocolate, fresh fruit, and cheese, this tasty snack board will go fast! Seasonal apples and rich cheese will make this your new go-to app in no time.

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Tell us, is there anything better than a bite of warm, gooey goat cheese? We think not. This easy recipe combines rich goat cheese with honey, walnuts, and spices that are baked until warm. Done and done.

Get the recipe: warm walnut goat cheese bites

Take the traditional cheese dip up a notch when you whip up this gooey dish. The leeks and garlic give it a kick, while the brie, parmesan, and mozzarella will make cheese-lovers swoon. Add a dash of lemon zest and crushed red pepper for an extra hint of spice.

Get the recipe: warm caramelized fennel, leek, and cheese dip

Move over, cranberries! This cherry bruschetta is ready to take center stage. Goat cheese, cherries, pecans, rosemary, thyme, and pinot noir are combined with a chewy baguette to make the most mouthwatering app of them all.

Get the recipe: cherry bruschetta

If you love salsa, you better buckle up! This cranberry-infused dip is tart and tangy, meaning it pairs superwell with rich French bread and nutty crackers. Feel free to put it on your favorite fall foods for an extra kick.

Get the recipe: spicy cranberry salsa

With only six ingredients needed, these puffy pastry bites will be the star of the show. Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm pastry that's topped with gooey brie, rich cranberry sauce, salty nuts, and flavorful pork tenderloin. Yum.

Get the recipe: pork and brie puff pastry bites

Mushrooms and brie go hand-in-hand to make this cheesy app one to remember. Warm cheese is topped with cooked mushrooms, nutty pistachios, and brut champagne, meaning this easy dish is not only impressive, but also easy to make.

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If you want something that's both sweet and full of fresh flavors, you must try these honey-covered figs. Walnuts, brie, honey, and fresh thyme work together to make these purple figs a treat for your taste buds.

Get the recipe: melty baked brie with walnuts, honey, and figs

Chicken meatballs stuffed with Swiss cheese and ham cooked in a white wine dijon sauce makes for juicy meatballs that practically burst at the seams with flavor.

Get the recipe: chicken cordon bleu meatballs

Spicy buffalo chicken and rich cheddar mac . . . need we say more?

Get the recipe: Buffalo chicken mac 'n' cheese cups

Make your appetizer table the hottest spot in the house when you add this cheese ball to the mix. Creamy mascarpone, cream cheese, cheddar, pumpkin, and fresh herbs make this satisfying app a dream come true. Crunchy crackers, warm bread, and seasonal veggies can all be dunked into it.

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Imagine getting a taste of chicken tenders, apple cider, and butternut squash all in one bite. These little pot pies have all that and more! Perfect for a chilly fall night, these will be a hit, and can even serve as the main dish.

Get the recipe: autumn chicken and phyllo dough pot pies

Cooked in a cranberry pepper jelly sauce, these flavorful meatballs are a perfect harmony of all the best flavors.

Get the recipe: sweet and spicy cranberry cocktail meatballs

If your main course for Halloween is savory, this rich toast will pair perfectly with it. Made with some of fall's finest flavors, this app will go fast. Top it off with as many mushrooms as you can fit!

Get the recipe: caramelized garlic butter toast with pan-fried mushrooms

You've heard of twice-baked potatoes, but have you heard of twice-baked acorns? These cute little cups are filled with all the best flavors of the season along with creamy maple butter and crunchy pecans. Yum!

Get the recipe: twice-baked acorn squash with maple butter and pecans

If you have a slow-cooker, this will be your new favorite recipe in no time. Blue cheese lends a sharp, pungent tang to the naturally sweet potatoes, and the thyme gives a fresh, earthy flavor to this tasty recipe.

Get the recipe: slow-cooker sweet potatoes with thyme and blue cheese

Lighten up the heavy meal with this zesty salad. Featuring rich walnuts and spicy jalapeños, it'll give dinner the kick it needs.

Get the recipe: brussels sprout salad with pomegranate, walnuts, and jalapeño

Fresh, light, and bright, this holiday salad will be a gift to your taste buds. Kale, brussels sprouts, and glossy black beluga lentils provide its wholesome base, while dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and clusters of clementine wedges are a festive nod to the season.

Get the recipe: brussels sprout, beluga lentil, and cranberry holiday salad

These wholesome, cinnamony cornbread biscuits satisfy a savory craving for pumpkin before dessert even makes it to the table. They're also perfect for mini Thanksgiving sandwiches the next day (on the off chance that there are any leftovers!).

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Normal mashed potatoes are always good, but change things up with these smashed 'taters. They are crispy and smooth at the same time, which is why they will be everyone's favorite dish after just one bite.

Get the recipe: crispy salt and pepper smashed potatoes

Everyone loves garlic bread, and it's even better when it's festive and easy to eat! This pull-apart wreath is prefect for sharing and for avoiding a crumbly mess.

Get the recipe: pull-apart garlic butter bread wreath

Sneak in vegetables and bacon all-in-one by making these tasty bundles. The are rich in flavor and have nutrients, too!

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When is cornbread not the perfect side dish? This cheesy cornbread is great on its own or can be eaten with other pairings.

Get the recipe: creamy cheesy cornbread

Savory, comforting, and craveably carb-heavy, stuffing (or dressing, if you'd prefer) is divine in its many permutations, but none are as flat-out adorable as these stuffing muffins. Not sold on the cute factor? No matter; stuffing muffins are also preportioned, are easier to serve, have more of those delectable crispy edges, and if — and that's a big if — you have leftovers, they're easy to pop in the freezer to keep fresh for days down the line.

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Give your feast a touch of elegance with baked Brie recipe. It pairs well with hearty main dishes and breads of all kinds.

Get the recipe: cranberry baked Brie

Toss out your boring cranberry sauce and make a cranberry salad instead.

Get the recipe: cranberry salad