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A vibrant display of holiday appetizers arranged on a white platter featuring colorful mini bites like stuffed mushrooms, bruschetta topped with tomatoes and basil, and skewers with grilled vegetables and cheese, all beautifully styled with sprigs of herbs and holiday accents, with a warm, festive background.

Festive Holiday Appetizers to Impress Your Guests

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A collection of festive and easy-to-make appetizers perfect for holiday celebrations, featuring colorful, flavorful bites that impress guests.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 8 ounces mozzarella balls
  • 1 baguette, sliced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup balsamic glaze
  • Assorted sliced cold cuts and cheeses
  • Mixed fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Toast for 8-10 minutes until golden.
  2. In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes and basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
  3. Arrange mozzarella balls and sliced cold cuts on a serving platter. Top baguette toasts with tomato mixture and mozzarella balls.
  4. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with herbs. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can customize with your favorite toppings like prosciutto, smoked salmon, or roasted vegetables.
  • Prepare the toppings ahead of time for quick assembly at the party.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Baking and assembling
  • Cuisine: International
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (with gluten-free bread options)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pieces
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg