35 Christmas Party Buffet Food Ideas for Entertaining

As the holiday season approaches, the excitement of hosting a Christmas party fills the air. The twinkling lights, festive music, and the aroma of delicious food create an atmosphere of warmth and joy. A well-thought-out buffet can elevate your gathering, allowing guests to mingle and enjoy a variety of flavors. This article presents 35 unique food ideas that are not only delicious but also easy to prepare, ensuring your Christmas party is a hit. From savory appetizers to sweet treats, these recipes will impress your guests and create a festive atmosphere.

35 Christmas Party Buffet Food Ideas for Entertaining

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Ingredients

2 large sweet potatoes

1/4 cup maple syrup

1 tsp cinnamon

1/4 cup chopped pecans

Salt to taste

1 baguette, sliced

8 oz goat cheese

1 cup fig jam

Fresh thyme for garnish

Olive oil

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

1 small wheel brie cheese

1 cup cranberry sauce

1 egg, beaten

4 cups mixed greens

1 cup pomegranate seeds

1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

1/4 cup walnuts, chopped

Balsamic vinaigrette

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded

1 cup mixed vegetables

1 can cream of chicken soup

1 pie crust, rolled out

1 egg, beaten

2 cups corn (fresh or canned)

1 cup cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup sour cream

1 cup shredded cheese

1 jalapeño, diced

Tortilla chips for serving

20 large mushrooms, stems removed

1 cup spinach, chopped

1 cup artichoke hearts, chopped

1/2 cup cream cheese

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1 lb ground turkey

1 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup hot sauce

1 egg

1 lb carrots, sliced

1/4 cup orange juice

2 tbsp honey

1/4 tsp cinnamon

Salt and pepper to taste

1 pint cherry tomatoes

8 oz mozzarella balls

Fresh basil leaves

Balsamic reduction

4 ripe avocados

1 tbsp lime juice

Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings: cherry tomatoes, radishes, feta cheese, sprouts

6 eggs, hard-boiled

3 tbsp mayonnaise

1 tsp mustard

1/2 tsp paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, chives)

Salt and pepper to taste

12 oz smoked salmon

1/2 cup cream cheese

1/2 cup capers

Fresh dill for garnish

Bagels or crackers

6 eggs

1 cup milk

1 cup cheese, shredded

Fillings: cooked bacon, spinach, bell peppers, onions

Assorted cheeses (cheddar, brie, goat cheese)

Cured meats (salami, prosciutto)

Olives and pickles

Dried fruits and nuts

Crackers

10 jalapeños, halved and seeded

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Bacon bits (optional)

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 cup cocktail sauce

Lemon wedges for garnish

4 large tortillas

1 cup hummus

1 cup mixed veggies (cucumber, bell pepper, carrots)

Feta cheese, crumbled

Fresh herbs

2 cups pretzel rods

1 cup chocolate chips

Sprinkles for decoration

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets

1/2 cup buffalo sauce

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

1 wheel brie cheese

1/4 cup honey

Fresh thyme for garnish

Baguette slices

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Peel and cube sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces.

Toss sweet potatoes in maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt.

Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.

Top with chopped pecans before serving.

Prep Time: 10 min | Total Time: 40 min | Servings: 4 |

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🧀 Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini 🍞

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Brush baguette slices with olive oil and bake for 10 minutes until golden.

Spread goat cheese on each toast, then top with fig jam.

Garnish with fresh thyme.

Prep Time: 5 min | Total Time: 15 min | Servings: 8 |

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🎅 Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites 🥐

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Roll out puff pastry and cut into squares.

Place a piece of brie and a spoon of cranberry sauce in the center.

Fold the pastry over and seal.

Brush with beaten egg and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.

Prep Time: 15 min | Total Time: 30 min | Servings: 12 |

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🍒 Pomegranate Salad with Feta 🥗

In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, pomegranate seeds, feta, and walnuts.

Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette before serving.

Prep Time: 10 min | Total Time: 10 min | Servings: 4 |

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🍗 Mini Chicken Pot Pies 🥧

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Mix chicken, vegetables, and soup in a bowl.

Cut pie crust into circles and press into muffin tin.

Fill each crust with chicken mixture and top with another crust.

Brush with beaten egg and bake for 25-30 minutes.

Prep Time: 20 min | Total Time: 40 min | Servings: 6 |

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🌽 Spicy Corn Dip with Tortilla Chips 🌶️

In a large bowl, combine corn, cream cheese, sour cream, cheese, and jalapeño.

Mix well and transfer to a baking dish.

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.

Serve with tortilla chips.

Prep Time: 10 min | Total Time: 30 min | Servings: 8 |

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🎤 Savory Spinach and Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms 🍄

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a bowl, mix spinach, artichokes, cream cheese, and Parmesan.

Stuff each mushroom cap with the mixture.

Bake for 20 minutes until mushrooms are cooked through.

Prep Time: 15 min | Total Time: 30 min | Servings: 10 |

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🦃 Sweet and Spicy Meatballs 🌶️

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

In a bowl, mix turkey, breadcrumbs, brown sugar, hot sauce, and egg.

Shape into meatballs and place on a baking sheet.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

Prep Time: 15 min | Total Time: 30 min | Servings: 6 |

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🍊 Orange Glazed Carrots 🥕

Boil carrots in salted water until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain and return to the pot.

Add orange juice, honey, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.

Cook over low heat for 5 minutes until glazed.

Prep Time: 10 min | Total Time: 15 min | Servings: 4 |

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🍕 Caprese Skewers 🍅

On skewers, thread a cherry tomato, a basil leaf, and a mozzarella ball.

Repeat until skewers are filled.

Drizzle with balsamic reduction before serving.

Prep Time: 10 min | Total Time: 10 min | Servings: 10 |

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🥑 Avocado Toast Bar 🍞

Mash avocados with lime juice, salt, and pepper.

Toast slices of bread.

Set up a toppings bar and let guests create their own toasts.

Prep Time: 10 min | Total Time: 20 min | Servings: 6 |

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🍳 Deviled Eggs with a Twist 🥚

Peel and halve the eggs, removing yolks.

Mix yolks, mayonnaise, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Spoon the mixture back into egg whites.

Sprinkle with extra paprika.

Prep Time: 10 min | Total Time: 15 min | Servings: 6 |

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🧄 Garlic Herb Cheese Spread 🧀

In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.

Serve with crackers or bread.

Prep Time: 5 min | Total Time: 5 min | Servings: 8 |

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🎣 Smoked Salmon Platter 🍞

Arrange smoked salmon on a platter.

Serve with cream cheese, capers, and garnish with dill.

Provide bagels or crackers for pairing.

Prep Time: 5 min | Total Time: 5 min | Servings: 6 |

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⭐ Mini Quiches with Assorted Fillings 🥚

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a bowl, whisk eggs and milk.

Line a muffin tin with pastry shells.

Fill each with desired fillings and top with egg mixture.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until set.

Prep Time: 15 min | Total Time: 35 min | Servings: 12 |

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🎉 Cheese and Charcuterie Board 🧀

Arrange cheeses, meats, olives, fruits, and nuts on a large platter.

Serve with an assortment of crackers.

Prep Time: 10 min | Total Time: 10 min | Servings: 10 |

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🔥 Jalapeño Poppers 🫛

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Mix cream cheese, cheddar, and bacon bits.

Stuff jalapeño halves with the mixture.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.

Prep Time: 15 min | Total Time: 25 min | Servings: 5 |

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🍤 Shrimp Cocktail 🍋

Boil shrimp in salted water until pink and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.

Drain and chill.

Serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.

Prep Time: 10 min | Total Time: 10 min | Servings: 4 |

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🥙 Mediterranean Veggie Wraps 🥗

Spread hummus on each tortilla.

Layer with mixed veggies, feta, and herbs.

Roll tightly and slice into pinwheels.

Prep Time: 10 min | Total Time: 10 min | Servings: 4 |

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🌰 Chocolate Dipped Pretzels 🍫

Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl.

Dip pretzel rods into melted chocolate and sprinkle with toppings.

Let cool on wax paper until chocolate is set.

Prep Time: 15 min | Total Time: 30 min | Servings: 12 |

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🌶️ Buffalo Cauliflower Bites 🌼

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Toss cauliflower in buffalo sauce and coat with breadcrumbs and Parmesan.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until crispy.

Prep Time: 15 min | Total Time: 40 min | Servings: 4 |

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🥖 Baked Brie with Honey and Thyme 🍯

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Place brie on a baking dish and drizzle with honey and thyme.

Bake for 10-15 minutes until gooey.

Serve with sliced baguette.

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