10 Snack Ideas for a Very App-Y Holiday

The holidays are a time for catching up with friends and family, so why not keep it easy and celebrate any way you want? You can even take a break from a sit-down dinner this year by serving a fun and festive array of finger foods.

This collection of easy-to-make appetizers and spruced-up store-bought favorites has something for everyone — and won’t keep you in the kitchen all night. So this year, you can finally enjoy your own party.

Smoky White Bean Dip

This dip is naturally vegan, gluten free and free of most major allergens, making it a perfect fit for a variety of diets.

Marinated Olives with Fennel and Orange

If you’re looking for an easy, flavorful appetizer, marinated olives couldn’t be simpler. Combine 1 pound of mixed green and black olives with shaved fennel, the zest and juice of half an orange, 2 tablespoons of olive oil and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Toss and allow the olives to marinate for several hours before serving.

Baked Brie en Croute with Mango Chutney

Melty baked brie wrapped in puff pastry is practically irresistible. Add sweetness with mango chutney, and serve with crostini or apple slices.

Crostini with Roasted Grapes

Roasted grapes make an elegant appetizer that’s sure to impress. Toss several bunches of red grapes with olive oil and salt, then roast them in a 350°F oven for 45 minutes until jammy. Spread fresh ricotta on toasted baguette slices and top each with a few of the roasted grapes, a drizzle of balsamic vinegar, black pepper and a mint leaf.

Turkey Cranberry Pinwheels

Turkey and cranberry is a classic holiday combination. These crowd-pleasing pinwheel sandwiches are best when made in advance, minimizing last-minute stress.

Bacon-Wrapped Goat Cheese-Stuffed Dates

Creamy goat cheese and sweet dates wrapped in crispy bacon — what’s not to love? Stuff pitted medjool dates with a marcona almond and fresh goat cheese. Wrap a half slice of bacon around each date, secure with a toothpick, then bake in a 375°F oven for 15–18 minutes, turning once, until the bacon reaches a safe internal temperature of 145°F. Serve warm.

Air-Fryer Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

Have you fallen in love with the air fryer? Recipes like this are the reason why. These prosciuttowrapped asparagus are so elegant and ready in just 15 minutes.

Whipped Ricotta

Turn up the heat on your dip with a spiced whipped ricotta. Blend 16 ounces of ricotta with 2 tablespoons of milk and a pinch of salt. Drizzle with chile-infused or hot honey, and serve with crostini or raw vegetables. (May be prepared up to 2 days in advance.)

Salt-Roasted Potatoes with Creamy Dill Dip

Salt conducts heat, so roasting potatoes on a bed of salt results in crispy skin and a tender, fluffy interior. Pair with a creamy dill dip for ultimate party satisfaction.

Antipasto Skewers

Small skewers make this appetizer easy for guests to grab and enjoy — no utensils necessary. Thread cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, artichoke hearts, fresh basil, cooked cheese tortellini and folded italian salami onto wooden skewers. Drizzle with your favorite vinaigrette and serve.