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14 Easy Holiday Appetizers That Look Way Fancier Than They Actually Are

Be an epic host without any kitchen drama!
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Grinch Grapes
Some call them Grinch grapes, others call them Santa grapes — but what everyone should agree on is that the colorful bites are adorable and easy to make — and they add a welcome bit of fruit to your standard holiday carb fest.

Image and recipe via @jillian_leagh

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Antipasti Wreath
Not much of a cook? Focus on festive arrangements and rely on quality store-bought cheese, meats and other antipasti to bring the flavor. Tip: Make sure to get a photo of the wreath before your guests gobble it up.

Image and recipe via @alidaryder

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Cranberry Dip With Pecans
Holiday party guests will be tempted by the pretty hue of this cranberry dip. It gets its festive color from cranberries, cream cheese and honey.

Image and recipe via @peasandcrayons

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Easy Snowman Cheese Ball
If you have time to make a few cheese balls, then you have time to make a snowman cheese ball. This one has extra flavor from ranch seasoning. Grated cheese totally looks like swirled snow — but it tastes a lot better.

Image and recipe via @no2pencilblog

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Sweet Potato Crostini
Regular crostini meet, sweet potato crostini. The holiday favorite is repurposed as a base for even more traditional toppings from smoked salmon to cranberries and almonds. Make things more interactive (read: easier) by leaving sweet potatoes plain and let guests choose their toppings.

Image and recipe via @thiscurvyworld

BY HEATHER CICHOWSKI | NOV 26, 2019 | SHARES
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