If you’re looking for some easy Christmas appetizers to bring to a party then these 19 Christmas appetizers that travel well are for you!

From classic Holiday appetizers such as cranberry brie bites and bacon-wrapped dates to cream cheese dip recipes, there is something for everyone on this list.

17 Best Christmas Appetizers That Travel Well

Name: 17 Best Christmas Appetizers That Travel Well
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: Spinach Artichoke Dip; Christmas Pinwheels; Pesto Puff Pastry Christmas Tree Appetizer; Cranberry Brie Bites; Holiday Deviled Eggs; Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board; Charcuterie Cups; Candy Cane Caprese Salad; Grinch Mac and Cheese Bites; Caprese Tortellini Skewers; Reindeer Cheese Ball; Snowman Cheeseball; Mini Cheese Balls with Cranberries and Pistachios; Christmas Tree Cheese Ball; Grinch Christmas Charcuterie Board; Italian Burrata Stuffed Tomato Appetizer; Pull-Apart Christmas Tree Bread

A Holiday party just isn’t the same without delicious appetizers. But if you’re traveling to a party that’s far away you need to consider how you’re going to transport the festive appetizers.

That is where easily portable appetizer recipes come to play!

All of these make-ahead Christmas appetizers and be easily transported in an airtight container or on a serving platter, wrapped with some plastic wrap, and will arrive at your party looking just the same way as you made them!

1. Spinach Artichoke Dip – OhClary

Hot dips are always a hit during the holiday season when it’s cold outside and your guest can’t wait to dive into a hearty & creamy dip. This crowd-pleasing appetizer is super easy to make, simply dump all of the ingredients into your crockpot and turn it on. It is also easy to transport straight in your crockpot or can be transferred to a plastic container to bring to a party.

You can serve this spinach dip either at room temperature or heated up in your crockpot.

Quick & Easy Puff Pastry Christmas Tree Appetizer

2. Christmas Charcuterie Cups – OhClary

Wrap these charcuterie cups with a cling wrap and place them in a large flat container (such as a cardboard box) for easy transportation. These appetizers are easy to make but look impressive enough for any fancy holiday party!

3. Christmas Pinwheels – Being Nutritious

These bite-sized pinwheels are a delicious and easy appetizer that’s perfect for any holiday party. They are made healthier by using feta cheese and white beans but still taste amazing and will be loved by everyone!

Related: 13 Holiday Pinwheel Sandwiches

4. Pesto Puff Pastry Christmas Tree Appetizer – xoxoBella

This elegant appetizer is a delicious and festive addition to any holiday table. With layers of store-bought puff pastry that’s baked to flaky perfection, savory pesto, and melted cheese, it’s a treat for the taste buds and the eyes.

5. Cranberry Brie Bites – Cooking with Curls

These flaky pastry bites are the perfect balance of creamy brie and tangy cranberries, making them an irresistible appetizer for any holiday party. This easy recipe is light and delicious and is perfect for serving before a heavy Christmas dinner.

6. Holiday Deviled Eggs – Delicious Table

These deviled eggs are not your average appetizer. With a zesty kick from Dijon mustard and horseradish and sweet pomegranate seeds that resemble holly berries this easy appetizer recipe will be the talk of the party.

7. Burrata Bruschetta Appetizer – OhClary

Experience the joy of the holiday season with our Burrata Bruschetta Appetizer, a festive delight that combines succulent tomatoes with velvety burrata cheese, sure to elevate any Christmas gathering. This simple yet exquisite dish bursts with fresh, vibrant flavors, making it the perfect starter that your guests will adore.

8. Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board – Completely Christmas

This festive board is a showstopper and is sure to impress all of your friends when you bring it to a party. With a variety of meats, cheeses, and snacks arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree, it’s a delicious and eye-catching way to serve up your favorite appetizers.

9. Charcuterie Cups – Peel with Zeal

These bite-sized cups are a perfect party snack, filled with your favorite meats, cheeses, crackers, and vegetables all skewered in a bite-sized serving. They’re a crowd pleaser appetizer that’s sure to disappear fast.

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Reindeer

10. Candy Cane Caprese Salad – Completely Christmas

This colorful salad is a fun and festive twist on a classic Caprese. With fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil arranged in the shape of a candy cane, it’s a healthy and delicious way to celebrate the season.

11. Grinch Mac and Cheese Bites – Cooking with Curls

These whimsical bites are a fun and delicious way to celebrate the Grinch’s mischievous spirit. With creamy mac and cheese, a pop of green color, and a cute red pepper heart, they’re sure to make everyone smile.

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12. Caprese Tortellini Skewers – Happy Honey Kitchen

These skewer finger foods are delicious and elegant appetizers that are perfect for any holiday gathering. With tender cheese tortellini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, they’re a tasty and festive treat.

13. Reindeer Cheese Ball – Everyday Shortcuts

Cheeseballs are one of the best festive Christmas appetizers that travel really well. This adorable cheese ball shaped into a reindeer is a festive and delicious perfect addition to any holiday table. Serve it with your favorite crackers or tortilla chips and watch all of the guests devour this adorable appetizer.

14. Snowman Cheeseball – Amanda’s Cookin’

This whimsical cheese ball is shaped into a cute snowman, made with creamy cream cheese, gouda cheese, and chives. It’s a fun and delicious appetizer for any holiday gathering that’s almost too cute to eat!

15. Mini Cheese Balls with Cranberries and Pistachios – Flavor the Moments

These bite-sized cheese balls are the perfect balance of sweet and savory, made with cream cheese, dried cranberries, and crunchy pistachios. They’re a colorful Christmas party appetizer that is made with simple ingredients and can be made days ahead of time.

16. Christmas Tree Cheese Ball – Little Sunny Kitchen

Impress your friends and family with a show-stopping Christmas Tree Cheese Ball. Shaped into a cone and adorned with fresh herbs and pine nuts and a gorgeous cheddar cheese star, this flavorful appetizer is both festive and delicious. It’s sure to be the centerpiece of any holiday appetizer table.

17. Grinch Christmas Charcuterie Board – Everyday Shortcuts

This colorful charcuterie board is arranged in the shape of the Grinch’s face, filled with a variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, and veggies. It’s a fun and festive way to serve up your favorite appetizers and snacks.

18. Italian Burrata Stuffed Tomato Appetizer – xoxoBella

These elegant appetizers are made with fresh tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, and fragrant fresh basil. They’re a delicious and beautiful addition to any holiday table.

19. Pull-Apart Christmas Tree Bread – Princess Pinky Girl

This delicious bread is shaped like a Christmas tree, made with fluffy pizza dough, mini mozzarella balls, garlic butter, and a variety of toppings. It’s a fun and tasty appetizer that’s perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Yield: 12