Ahhh the holidays. Parties, food, booze….wait, and kids. Lots of them! Even if you don’t have kids of your own, chances are you’ll be surrounded by them during the holidays. And let’s be honest, while we may love to indulge in too-salty caviar and stinky cheeses, kids would probably rather give up their Christmas gifts than eat adult holiday appetizers.
So here’s the fix! For those family-style gatherings when you want the kids to be satisfied too (happy kids, happy time), you need to cater your menu to please their picky palates but that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on those indulgent and delicious finger foods that we all look forward to eating during holiday celebrations. Need proof? Here are 10 kid-friendly finger foods, both salty and sweet, that are sure to be loved by all and are guaranteed to make your holiday parties pop!
Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprout Bites
Kids will nibble on veggies like it is some kind of medicine they have to take but these crispy parmesan Brussels sprouts are here to right that wrong! These seriously tasty, flaky veggies are so good they actually might become the star of your holiday party! Dish them with a tangy dipping sauce and you will be loved for life.
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Beef and Raisin Empanadas
Our favorite finger food is beefing it up and adopting a delicious sweet and savory profile for the holidays. Enjoy without moderation! Did we already say that you, we mean your kids, will LOVE this surprising makeover?!
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Meatball Stuffed Biscuits
Meatballs are a perfect go-to dish for your gatherings. They are delicious, easy to make, and tend to bring back warm memories of finger-licking, lip-smacking family dinners. This particular recipe also involves another favorite: the ubiquitous biscuit. The end result is a fancy-looking treat that will serve you well, and fit perfectly in your holiday menu.
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Cheese Wedge Reindeer
We love the playful and cheesy rendition of our favorite reindeer. So simple, so fun, so tasty. Laughing Cow cheese wedges, pretzels, and red peppers will make you believe in the magic of Christmas again.
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Cold Chicken-Cheese Kabobs
We love a party food that can be served cold, and this chicken and cheese kabob, paired with a grape/cherry tomato sure does hit the spot! Add a little chili powder and balsamic vinegar to give the chicken an extra pop!
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Ho Ho Hot Dog Stockings
Delight kids and adults at your Xmas party by turning hot dogs, turkey dogs or veggie dogs into Christmas stockings filled with fun and flavor. Just make sure you make enough of these treats because they’re sure to be the first to go!
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Cheddar Popovers
We can always use more cheddar, especially during the holidays. These popovers are tasty, delicious, and light. You can enjoy them savory or with some jelly. You can also sprinkle them with sugar for a fun and crunchy texture. Plus you pretty much have everything you need to make it in your fridge already.
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Mini Yogurt Cheesecakes
You already know that Greek yogurt is delicious and has loads of gut-friendly probiotics, but did you know that it makes an amazing cheesecake as well? Learn how to make this deliciously smooth and creamy delicacy with staple ingredients like cream cheese, cinnamon, vanilla extract, graham crackers and a surprising fruit topping for an added twist!
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Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Wedges
This may be the easiest recipe on the list! Though the original recipe calls for an air fryer, it’s not necessary. Just fry some bacon (beef, turkey or veggie) and wrap the salty deliciousness around a wedge of avocado. Now it’s time to mix the sauce, which makes this simple dish all the more wonderful. In a small bowl, stir some mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, lime juice and zest.
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Crispy Cauliflower Nuggets
We know, this one is almost too easy because just about anything crispy is gonna taste great. But still, these cauliflower nuggets are so tasty, juicy and easy to make that they’ll become a staple all-year-round. Oh, and don’t forget the garlic aioli dipping sauce!
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