The best party foods to serve for Christmas 2024
Entertaining at Christmas can be stressful, especially if you're in charge of feeding your guests - but don't let the thought of hosting put you off this year, as we have some really fun and easy party food ideas to get yourself and your guests in to the festive spirit.
No longer just mince pies and gingerbread men to grace the tables this year as we've got plenty of Christmas party food ideas to fulfil all guests and their preferences.
Whether you're after something simple and quick like our mini chicken poppadom bites, or a little more show stopping like homemade mini Scotch eggs, there's something for everyone!
We personally can't go past a baked camembert (hello gooey cheese), the mini mushroom crackers for their adorable appearance (plus they're tasty morsels), curry rarebit for something a little bit different, and the mini Christmas cakes to really impress your guests.
If you're looking for more Christmas inspiration, take a look at our best Christmas recipes gallery to start planning ahead. We've also got plenty of festive cocktail ideas to please all guests, and if you're stuck for time this year, the Good Housekeeping Institute have tested over 460 festive products so you know exactly where to shop and what to buy for Christmas this year.
Hot Honey Halloumi Fingers
These oven baked halloumi fingers are served with an addictive chilli-infused honey to drizzle on top. Perfect with a refreshing cocktail.
Recipe: Hot honey halloumi fingers
Baked Camembert
This recipe couldn't be simpler and is perfect for sharing amongst friends.
Recipe: Baked camembert
Hoisin Duck Cucumber Bites
These hoisin duck bites couldn't be easier to make, only needing five ingredients and 15 mins to put together but you wouldn't think it as they're incredibly delicious.
Recipe: Hoisin duck cucumber bites
Pickles In Blankets
Pickles wrapped in goat's cheese and salami is our interpretation of 'in blankets' and we promise you won't taste anything better!
Recipe: Pickles In Blankets
Crispy Gnocchi, Olive & Chorizo Skewers
We're obsessed with crispy fried gnocchi so we decided to pop them onto a skewer with salty chorizo and briny olive for an addictive snack in every bite.
Recipe: Crispy gnocchi, olive and chorizo skewers
Mini Mushroom Crackers
These adorable crackers are filled with a mushroom, walnut and Stilton filling for a suitably festive snack.
Recipe: Mini Mushroom Crackers
Pecan Shortbreads with Blue Cheese Cream
These savoury shortbreads, filled with an unctuous blue cheese cream will be a hit with your guests.
Recipe: Pecan Shortbreads with Blue Cheese Cream
Mini Christmas Cakes
You can't get more adorable than these mini Christmas cakes, topped with a sweet sugary glaze.
Recipe: Mini Christmas Cakes
Spicy Devilled Eggs
This retro party food is back in full force and our spicy version only uses three ingredients.
Recipe: Spicy Devilled Eggs
Mozzarella Dippers
Oozy, gooey mozzarella sticks deep fried until golden and perfect. Serve with our hot honey chutney on the side.
Recipe: Mozzarella Dippers
Puff Pastry Mince Pies
These adorable puff pastry mince pies are so easy to make thanks to shop-bought pastry and jarred mince meat! No one needs to know the shortcuts you made..
Recipe: Puff Pastry Mince Pies
Cherry Tomato & Herby Cream Cheese Crostini
Miniature bites of heaven these are! Sweet, tangy tomatoes with a herby sauce make for a moreish mouthful.
Recipe: Cherry Tomato & Herby Cream Cheese Crostini
Truffle Popcorn
Up the ante with these cheesy, truffle-y popcorn cups that pair perfectly with a dry martini.
Recipe: Truffle Popcorn
Parisian Sausage Rolls
Wondering what makes these Parisian? Je ne sais quoi!
Recipe: Parisian Sausage Rolls
Prawn Lollipops
If you like prawn toast you're going to love these baked prawn lollipops. We've coated ours in a mixture of white and black sesame seeds for variation.
Recipe: Prawn Lollipops
Spiced Tortilla Chips with Festive Houmous
Making your own tortilla chips is super easy when you use pre-made flour tortillas. Just cut into triangles, brush with oil and seasoning and bake!
Recipe: Spiced Tortilla Chips with Festive Houmous
Curry Rarebit
These speedy curry rarebits use naan breads for the base and then is topped with a cheesy, curry topping. What's not to like?
Recipe: Curry Rarebit
Fried Stuffed Olives
Choose between anchovies or sundried tomatoes to stuff into your olive, then fry until golden and crispy. The perfect snack with beer or bubbly!
Recipe: Fried Stuffed Olives
Christmas cake bites
Pairing a crumbly white cheese such as Wensleydale with deep rich fruit cake is a classic Christmas tradition in Yorkshire. This easy-to-make canapé is not to be missed! Lancashire cheese also works very well.
Recipe: Christmas cake bites
Bloody Mary prawn shots
Sweet, succulent prawns are the perfect match for the spicy Bloody Mary shot.
Recipe: Bloody mary shots
Goat's cheese balls
These no-fuss cheese bites look super pretty, and can easily be made a day ahead.
Recipe: Goat's cheese truffles
Mac 'n' cheese bites
You'll definitely want to eat more than one of these...
Recipe: Mac 'n' cheese bites
Polenta and fig bites
Polenta is a very versatile base for a canapé - next time, why not try it topped with pesto and mozzarella, or red onion marmalade and goat's cheese? If you don't like figs, use a piece of fresh peeled pear instead.
Recipe: Polenta and fig bites
Stilton and grape bites
A sophisticated nibble with just two ingredients.
Recipe: Stilton and grape bites
Pumpernickel bites
Smoked salmon is always a hit, but if you're cooking for vegetarians, cubed beetroot works just as well for this recipe.
Recipe: Pumpernickel bites
Stilton fruit bites
If it's a simple plate of canapés you want to pass round, these easy bites will fit the bill nicely.
Recipe: Stilton fruit bites
Mini chicken poppadoms
Light, fresh and full of flavour, these chicken bites will add a touch of Indian spice to your party.
Recipe: Mini chicken poppadoms
Steak and Bearnaise profiteroles
Everyone loves mini roast beef and Yorkshire puddings, and this year we’ve added a cheffy twist to this party staple with sirloin steak and Béarnaise sauce.
Recipe: Steak and Bearnaise profiteroles
White chocolate and pistachio profiteroles
These white chocolate and pistachio profiteroles are oozing with sweet goodness in the middle and are encased in soft pasty. A drizzle of melted white chocolate tops them off perfectly.
Recipe: White chocolate and pistachio profiteroles
Parma ham swizzle sticks
Hosting a party tonight? Impress your guests with these gorgeous little nibbles.
Recipe: Parma ham swizzle sticks
Sausage rolls
If you don’t like sage, replace it with chopped fresh parsley or wholegrain mustard.
Recipe: Sausage rolls
Sticky pigs in blankets
Jazz up this perennial favourite with marmalade or apricot jam.
Recipe: Sticky pigs in blankets
Smoked salmon pate
This impressive cheat takes just moments to put together.
Recipe: Smoked salmon pâté
Spicy crab squares
Start the meal the perfect way with these tempting morsels
Recipe: Spicy crab squares
Mini scotch eggs
Our scotch eggs are easy to make, and sure to go down a treat with family and friends.
Recipe: Mini scotch eggs
Fig and scallop skewers
Use small scallops so they are in scale with the figs!
Recipe: Fig and scalllop skewers
Harissa chicken balls with yogurt dip
The harissa gives these chicken balls an original taste – but you can try them with Thai curry paste or pesto if you prefer!
Recipe: Harissa chicken balls with yogurt dip
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