For many families, sharing and bonding over the mutual enjoyment of delicious, festive dishes is what makes Christmas special. And the first step to perfecting your Christmas menu? A brilliant appetizer. They break the ice and get guests noshing until the star main arrives. Here are nine vegan appetizer recipes to make this Christmas.
9 Vegan Appetizers to Make the Best Christmas Starters Ever
1. Christmas Pinwheels
If you’re looking for an appetizer that says “I’m simple, yet sophisticated”, look no further. These decadent little treats are *the* festive appetizer you never knew your belly needed. Featuring pesto and sun-dried tomatoes, these delicious-looking pinwheels have all the hallmark colorings of the season.
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2. Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms
For an appetizer so good you’ll forget about the mains, dip into these vegan stuffed mushrooms. They’re are filled with brown onions and red capsicum for a burst of flavor with every bite.
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3. Vegan “Mozzarella” Sticks
Who doesn’t love biting into an oozing stick of cheese? Vegan cheese does a great job at recreating the classic mozzarella stick. That’s something everyone can buzz about.
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4. Easy Tomato Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze
Everybody loves bread. You can rest assured there’ll be no leftovers after a tray of this bruschetta is served up. Have a heavy hand on the balsamic glaze to enhance the flavor and balance the dryness of the bruschetta.
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5. Vegan Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms
If you’ve been to a Christmas celebration with children, you’re likely aware that the fancy and more sophisticated flavors aren’t always a hit. Take the safe route and offer failproof pesto as a simple appetizer people of all ages can enjoy. Not to mention, the color is totally appropriate for the festive occasion.
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6. Vegan Sweet Potato and Cranberry Mousse Bites
These are so simple to make, they’re the perfect appetizer to whip up last-minute. Crackers are loaded with layers of sweet potato mousse, cranberry sauce, pecans, and toasted pumpkin seeds for a seasonal snack that is sure to be the talk of your Christmas dinner.
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7. No-Bake Stuffed Mushrooms
A true Unami flavor is present and we’re totally here for it. Although this recipe is relatively simple, the final product exudes a wide range of flavors.
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8. Vegan Garlic, Cheese, and Spinach Pizza Rolls Recipe
In the northern hemisphere, Christmas time is cold. Thankfully, hot and comforting pizza rolls are super effective at warming up your belly. Make sure you put some aside for later if you want leftovers because a batch will go fast.
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9. Spring Rolls with Carrot-Ginger Dipping Sauce
Serve these vegan spring rolls with delicious carrot-ginger dipping sauce. Pile them a mile high and the dipping sauce gallons deep.
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