If you’re looking for some easy, delicious appetizers to make your Christmas special, this collection of Giada’s best recipes is just for you. You’ll find favorites like Mozzarella Cheese Sticks, Sticky Baked Chicken Wings, and Balsamic-Glazed Salmon.

These dishes are perfect for bringing everyone together and enjoying a cozy holiday meal.

1. Giada Antipasti Skewers Recipe

Delight in assembling Giada’s Antipasti Skewers, a Christmas feast on a stick! Ready in moments, each skewer layers mozzarella, olives, salami, and more for a vibrant start to your celebration. Perfectly serves 6, each skewer is a burst of festive flavors!

2. Charred Brussels Sprout Crostini

Whip up these Charred Brussels Sprout Crostini for a smoky, savory treat this Christmas. With a 25-minute prep, blend cranberries, ricotta, and charred Brussels for a top-notch appetizer. Each batch yields 24, making it a fabulous choice for holiday hosting.

3. Giada Four-cheese Ravioli With Herb Pesto

Enjoy the rich taste of Giada’s Four-cheese Ravioli with Herb Pesto, ready in just 45 minutes. This recipe combines creamy cheeses and a fresh pesto topping for a luscious bite. Serves four, making it ideal for a cozy, flavorful Christmas gathering.

4. Stuffed Mushrooms

For a festive touch at your Christmas gathering, try Giada’s Stuffed Mushrooms, ready in just 25 minutes.

Fill each mushroom cap with a savory blend of breadcrumbs, Pecorino Romano, and herbs, then bake to golden perfection.

Serves 28, making it a superb choice for large holiday parties.

5. Giada Carrot Fries With Lemon-mint Dip Recipe

Transform carrots into a Christmas sensation with Giada’s Carrot Fries accompanied by a Lemon-Mint Dip.

Prepare this crispy, unique appetizer in about 45 minutes and serve immediately to delight your guests. This recipe yields a generous platter, perfect for sharing.

6. Baked Caprese Crostini

Bring the flavors of Italy to your Christmas table with Baked Caprese Crostini.

With a prep and cook time of 10 minutes, layer crisp baguette slices with fresh tomato, mozzarella, and basil for a delightful treat.

Each batch makes 30 to 36 slices, ideal for feeding a festive crowd.

7. Giada Avocado and White Bean Dip Recipe

Kick off your Christmas festivities with Giada’s Avocado and White Bean Dip.

This creamy, flavorful dip combines cannellini beans, ripe avocados, and fresh basil, ready in just 10 minutes.

Serve with vegetables and toasted bread for a fresh appetizer that’s sure to please a crowd.

8. Roasted Caprese Bites

Giada’s Roasted Caprese Bites are a quick, 15-minute treat that brings a burst of Italian flavor to your Christmas table.

Small Campari tomatoes stuffed with mozzarella and basil are topped with crispy breadcrumbs, offering a warm, golden bite perfect for any holiday gathering.

9. Giada Butternut Squash Soup with Fontina Cheese Crostini

Savor the richness of winter with Giada’s Butternut Squash Soup and Fontina Cheese Crostini, ready in under an hour.

This velvety soup paired with cheesy, sage-infused crostini makes for a comforting and elegant Christmas appetizer, ideal for warming up your festive evening.

10. Smokey Candied Carrots with Walnut Gremolata

Present a side dish that stands out at your Christmas dinner with Giada’s Smokey Candied Carrots with Walnut Gremolata.

These tender carrots are glazed in a sweet and smoky syrup, then topped with a crunchy walnut gremolata, providing a delightful contrast of flavors and textures, ready in just 20 minutes.

11. Giada Sticky Baked Chicken Wings Recipe

Elevate your Christmas gathering with Giada’s Sticky Baked Chicken Wings. Marinated in a tangy blend of sesame oil, lime, and soy sauce, these wings are baked until crispy, then glazed with a sweet and spicy sauce.

Ready in just over an hour, this recipe serves four and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

12. Struffoli

Bring a touch of Italian tradition to your Christmas with Struffoli, sweet fried dough balls coated in honey and toasted hazelnuts.

This festive dessert takes about 90 minutes to prepare and assemble, creating a delightful wreath shape perfect for sharing with family and friends.

13. Giada Balsamic-glazed Salmon Recipe

Enjoy a sophisticated yet simple Christmas dish with Giada’s Balsamic-Glazed Salmon. The tangy glaze perfectly complements the tender salmon, roasted in just 10 minutes.

Paired with sautéed edamame and snap peas, this recipe serves four, offering a healthy, flavorful option for your holiday table.

14. Hot Italian Sausage Stuffed Dates with Lemon-Basil Creama

Impress your guests with Hot Italian Sausage Stuffed Dates, wrapped in crispy bacon and served with a refreshing Lemon-Basil Crema.

This appetizer is ready in under 30 minutes, combining bold flavors in a perfect bite-sized treat.

This recipe yields 12 stuffed dates, making it an excellent choice for a Christmas party.

15. Giada De Laurentiis Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

Giada’s Mozzarella Cheese Sticks are a must-have for any Christmas celebration.

These crispy, gooey sticks are double-coated in breadcrumbs and Parmesan, then fried to golden perfection.

Served with a homemade marinara sauce, this recipe makes about 24 sticks, perfect for a festive snack.