Food & Cooking Recipes Appetizers Party Appetizers & Snacks Three Super Easy and Substantial Appetizers to Serve at Your Holiday Party Pair your signature cocktail with these celebratory snacks. By Lisa Butterworth Published on November 19, 2021 10:30AM EST We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. Photo: Nico Schinco Though holiday season might make it seem true, humans can't live on cookies and cocktails alone. That's where these substantial yet celebratory snacks come in. Our trio of easy-to-make recipes complement a bevy of sips—and will ensure that no one at your gathering imbibes on an empty stomach. Make one or all three, your guests will thank you. Irresistible Individual Appetizers, Sides, and Desserts for Holiday Meals Nico Schinco Rosemary-Cayenne Snack Mix Puffed corn stars in our twist on cereal mix. For Rosemary-Cayenne Snack Mix, it's baked in a sweet-and-spicy blend of butter, apple-cider vinegar, and maple syrup, with dashes of rosemary and cayenne. Nico Schinco Candied Mixed Nuts with Bitters These candied mixed nuts are spiced with sugar, cinnamon, and pepper, then they get an extra hit of warming spices from the addition of Angostura bitters, which you whip with egg whites and stir into the nuts before baking. Nico Schinco Seeded Feta Bites For an interactive party appetizer, guests can roll skewered feta in sumac, sesame seeds, and flaky sea salt for Seeded Feta Bites that are definitely worth "cheers"-ing. Three Ingredients or Less! Try These Easy Appetizers When You Need to Make the Perfect Party Bite More Nifty Nibbles Prep your pantry ready for party season (drop-in guests included) with these specialty eats our food editors love. Hearty Crackers Courtesy of Norwegian Baked Made with whole grains and packed with seeds, Norwegian Baked Sea Salt Knekkebrod is satisfyingly nutty and easily hoists dips or cheese. Buy Now: Norwegian Baked Sea Salt Knekkebrod, $10, mouth.com. Cured Meat Courtesy of La Quercia charcuterie spread An addictive addition to a charcuterie spread, La Quercia Salami Americano is subtly flavored with garlic and black pepper. Buy Now: La Quercia Salami Americano, $8.99 for one pound, laquerciashop.com. Briny Bites Courtesy of Maida antipasti plate Broccoli rabe marinated with garlic, chile pepper, and white-wine vinegar is guaranteed to add a punch to an antipasti plate. Buy Now: Broccoli Friarielli di Napoli, $14 for 6.7 ounces, gustiamo.com. Food Styling by Sarah Carey Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit