Eons better than the boxed or bagged kind, this salty-sweet, buttery popcorn is hard to beat.
Cranberry Sauce Meatballs
Think of these as the holiday version of grape jelly meatballs.
Made with cranberry sauce and pepper jelly, they are a little tangy and a little spicy.
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Bacon-Wrapped Smokies
These savory bites are always the first thing to disappear at a party.
Good thing they’re easy to make, thanks to our ingenious oven rack method.
When you better pull a holiday hosting snack out of a hat, this recipe will do you proud.
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Luckily, it’s easy to make and can be served with whatever you see fit.
Garnish with chopped chives and fresh thyme to really wow your crowd.
Put these together right before guests come over and have the perfect light bite.
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Serve with something bubbly and toast to the holidays.
Slow-Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs
These sweet and savory meatballs hit the spot.
Serve with endive leaves, or celery sticks, plus plenty of crackers or baguette slices.
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This adorable and delicious snack is quick to throw together and will enjoyed by kids and adults alike.
Cracker Toffee
We get excited about any easy Christmas treat that starts with a sleeve of crackers.
Four more ingredients later and you’re set with an incredibly tasty toffee snack.
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This recipe embraces a seasonal twist by incorporating spicy, peppery Mexican-style chorizo sausage and mashed sweet potatoes.
Bacon Bow Tie Crackers
Bacon and buttery crackers?
Now that’s an unstoppable duo.
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This two-ingredient appetizer will be your easiest snack of the season.
Homemade Turtles
These chocolate clusters make the perfect bite-sized food gifts.
They’re the perfect combination of chewy caramel and crunchy pecans.
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Cheese Dreams
The easiest appetizer that’ll disappear within minutes.
Delicious any time of year, but their cozy appeal feels just right at Christmastime.
An easy, pop-in-your-mouth snack that no one can stop munching on.
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Sausage Balls
Everyone needs a go-to sausage ball recipe.
This easy, three-ingredient choice is the one to make, especially when Christmas rolls around.
Cranberry Brie Bites
These baked snacks are a wonderful pre-meal snack.
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Party Cheese Ball
It’s just not Christmas without a cheese ball.
A dash of Worcestershire gives this recipe the kick it needs to be a standout snack this season.
Simple ingredients bring these party-perfect savory cookies to life.
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We’ve turned it into a holiday-worthy dish with the addition of flavorful shrimp.
Master this basic recipe for perfect pralines every time.
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