43 Christmas Snacks for a Very Merry Holiday Season

Recipe: Cranberry Pull-Apart Bread with Orange-Cream Cheese Icing

No one will complain about having this pull-apart bread around the house. Give this gorgeous loaf as a homemade gift to neighbors throughout the season.

Recipe: Fudgy Pecan Bourbon Balls

This recipe is a cross between a bourbon ball and chocolate truffle, and makes about two dozen (so you can send some home with guests).

Recipe: Spicy Sausage-and-Cheddar Kolaches

This savory Southern spin on the classic Czech pastry is filled with a combo of smoky Conecuh sausage and sharp Cheddar cheese.

Recipe: Sweet Potato-Cranberry Scones with Molasses-Orange Butter

These cranberry-speckled scones are filled with seasonal flavor. The sweet, citrus butter is the perfect complement for the not-too-sweet snack.

Recipe: 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 addictively tasty toffee snack.

Recipe: Baked Brie Bites

These cheesy, pepper jelly-packed bites feel a little fancy, but only take five ingredients and 18 minutes of prep. When you need to pull a holiday hosting snack out of a hat, this recipe will do you proud.

Recipe: Warm Cheese-and-Spicy Pecan Dip

Cheese dip never fails in a Southerner's home during the holidays. Crunchy, cayenne-spiced nuts give a festive kick to this classic dip recipe.

Recipe: Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites

Christmas hasn't officially kicked off before a batch of sausage balls comes out of the oven. This recipe embraces a seasonal twist by incorporating spicy, peppery Mexican-style chorizo sausage and mashed sweet potatoes.

Recipe: Bacon Bow Tie Crackers

Bacon and buttery crackers? Now that's an unstoppable duo. This two-ingredient appetizer will be your easiest snack of the season.

Recipe: Best-Ever Sticky Buns

We're keeping these ooey-gooey, pecan-topped cinnamon rolls on deck all season long. Give them a try, and you'll find that they live up to their name: Best-Ever.

Recipe: Triple-Chocolate-Covered Peanut Clusters

Drop the ingredients in a slow-cooker, and you're already halfway finished. These chocolate clusters make the perfect bite-sized food gifts.

Recipe: Mini Mushroom-and-Goat Cheese Pot Pies

Filled with mushrooms, goat cheese, and a little dry sherry, these mini savory pies just feel right at Christmastime. Garnish with flaky salt and fresh thyme to really wow the crowd.

Recipe: Key Lime Tassies

It's Key lime pie in a bite. Our favorite part? You can make the tart shells and curd days, or even weeks, ahead, which means you can have it on hand in case of last-minute guests.

Recipe: Pecan Bourbon Balls

Whether rolled in powdered sugar, dipped in chocolate, or coated in chopped pecans, these boozy bites never disappoint a Southern crowd during the holidays.

Recipe: Pecan Pralines

Pralines have a timeless Southern appeal that feels just a touch more festive during the holidays. Master this basic recipe for perfect pralines every time.

Recipe: Sweet-and-Spicy Sheet Pan Bacon

This is a Christmas breakfast favorite, but we're also adding it to the holiday hostess' list when serving Bloody Marys (for garnishing) or pimiento cheese (for topping).

Recipe: Pumpkin Spice-Chocolate Marble Bread

That chocolate swirl has us swooning. Seasonal pumpkin bread deserves some love after Thanksgiving, especially when it has a decadent chocolate twist. The recipe makes enough for two loaves.

Recipe: Crack Crackers

Dress up store-bought crackers with ranch dressing mix, dried dill, and garlic powder. The result? An easy, pop-in-your-mouth snack that no one can stop munching on.

Recipe: Hot-and-Sweet Fried Peanuts

Cayenne pepper and chili powder on one side, brown sugar and powdered sugar on the other. The result?  Delicious fried peanuts everyone will love.

Recipe: No-Bake Fudge Toffee Bars

The zinger is right there in the name: No. Bake. If you're in a pinch this holiday season, these layered fudgy bars are the way to go.

Recipe: Maple-Bacon Smokies

Let it be known: This meat-on-meat snack is the first thing to disappear, no matter the occasion. Brown sugar and maple syrup caramelize on the bacon-wrapped smokies in a heavenly fashion.

Recipe: 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.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs

These sweet and savory meatballs hit the spot.

Recipe: Chipotle Cheese Straws

Add a little spice to classic cheese straws.

Recipe: Cranberry Brie Bites

These baked snacks are a wonderful pre-meal snack.

Recipe: Bacon Bow Tie Crackers

Who knew two ingredients could make one of the most satisfying dishes?

Recipe: Chocolate-Covered Marshmallow Reindeer Pops

These adorable sweet treats will bring a smile to one and all. 

Recipe: Puppy Chow Snack Mix

This snack mix uses chocolate and peanut butter for a sweet treat.  

Recipe: Peppermint Meltaway Cookies

Cookies that melt in your mouth in the most magical way.

Recipe: Candy Cane Cookies

Twist dough together to make these cute candy canes.

Recipe: Homemade Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes

Equal parts festive and delicious.

Recipe: Pecan Sandies

This classic Southern cookie is always welcome in our home during the holiday season. The recipe makes two dozen cookies, but can be easily doubled. Trust us, these'll disappear quick.

Recipe: Cheddar-Horseradish-Walnut Cheese Ball

It's just not Christmas without a cheese ball. A dash of horseradish gives this recipe the kick it needs to be a standout snack this season.

Recipe: Apricot-Almond Coffee Cake

A coffee cake with apricot preserves, slivered almonds, and a vanilla glaze makes the perfect compliment to hours spent sipping coffee and catching up.

Recipe: Spicy-Sweet Pecans

It's never a bad idea to have a batch of these spiced nuts hanging around the house. The spicy-sweet coating is a crowd-pleaser, making these pecans great for both serving drop-in guests and giving as holiday food gifts.

Recipe: Feta-Olive-Fresh Herb Cheese Ball

We're give the classic cheese ball a festive makeover. Feta, green olives, flat-leaf parsley, and green onions pack a flavorful punch that'll knock the socks off any guest.

Recipe: Roasted Fennel-and-Prosciutto Flatbread

Tasty roasted fennel, thin slices of prosciutto (or country ham), and a drizzle of balsamic glaze all come together in flavor-packed bites. Cut into skinny slices for party-friendly portions.

Recipe: Cream Cheese Pastries

This simple recipe makes four loaves of crispy, buttery, flaky cream cheese pastries. Need we say more?

Recipe: Spicy Cheddar Appetizer Cookies

Make cheese straws festive for the holidays by cutting the dough into shapes like twinkling stars and Christmas trees. Simple ingredients bring these party-perfect savory cookies to life.

Recipe: Petite Sweet Potato Biscuits with Pulled Pork and Slaw

Give your guests something they haven't tasted before. With a touch of both sweet and savory, these bites hit all the right notes.

Recipe: Mini Chocolate Chess Tarts

Each of these chocolate tarts is positively cute as a button. Prep tip: Stack refrigerated piecrusts to cut multiple rounds in one turn.

Recipe: Inside-Out Hot Brown Bites

Kentuckians, rejoice. We reimagined your signature sandwich of bacon, turkey, and cheese sauce by turning it into festive bite-size cups, perfect for holiday hosting.

Recipe: Cream Cheese-Banana-Nut Bread

Banana nut bread gets a creamy makover. This recipe lists four delicious variations of the original recipe, from toasted coconut to peanut butter streusel. Why not try them all this season?