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Host with the Most: 7 Crowd-Pleasing Recipes for Your Next Holiday Party

These shareable baked goods, finger foods, and captivating drinks will make you the most popular host (or guest) at any holiday gathering this winter!
Host with the Most: 7 Crowd-Pleasing Recipes for Your Next Holiday Party
Host with the Most: 7 Crowd-Pleasing Recipes for Your Next Holiday Party
Kat Van Sligtenhorst at SideChef
Hey, Kat here! I’m a content writer fueling a travel-filled lifestyle with food from around the world. Always on the lookout for innovative vegan eats, the best cup of black coffee, and anything that features tempeh as its main ingredient.
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Kat Van Sligtenhorst at SideChef
Hey, Kat here! I’m a content writer fueling a travel-filled lifestyle with food from around the world. Always on the lookout for innovative vegan eats, the best cup of black coffee, and anything that features tempeh as its main ingredient.
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Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Three Kings Day, Lunar New Year…and that’s just scratching the surface. The holiday season is officially upon us, and we’re here with your annual supply of fan-favorite drinks and dishes.

Whether your whole family is flying in or you’ve got a calendar packed full of potlucks and theme parties to attend, these tasty treats will have everyone begging for a look at your recipe book. Let’s dig in!

LOW-FATPEANUT-FREE

Pomegranate Holiday Sangria

Live Eat Learn

Sangria isn't just for summertime! This Pomegranate Holiday Sangria recipe is filled with seasonal flavors like pomegranate and cinnamon, making it the perfect drink to serve up at your next holiday get together.

LOW-FATPEANUT-FREE

Traditional Holiday Glazed Ham

Snowflakes & Coffeecakes

This family-favorite holiday ham is a perfect combination of sweet and savory. I always serve extra glaze on the side – the flavor is so wonderful that you will want to drizzle a little extra on top of your ham during dinner, or serve on ham sandwiches the next day.

EASYLOW-FAT

Holiday Cranberry Sauce

Garlic & Zest

Homemade is best. Try this quick recipe for a delicious sauce for any holiday dinner!

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Christmas Dessert Charcuterie Board

Scarlett Wang at SideChef

Make this Christmas memorable with an incredible dessert board full of all the delicious sweets you can imagine! From cookies to candies, there's something for everyone in this easy and impressive presentation that your guests are sure to love. A festive way to treat yourselves - let the cookie-munching commence!

LOW-FATPEANUT-FREE

Homemade Peppermint Patties

The Edgy Veg

Peppermint patties are one of the easiest holiday candies to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make smooth, creamy vegan peppermint patties –just like the store-bought variety!

EASYPEANUT-FREE

Spiked Gingerbread Hot Chocolate

Tina Sawasdee at SideChef

This festive Spiked Gingerbread Hot Chocolate combines the richness of hot chocolate with the warming spices of gingerbread and a touch of spiced rum. It's a perfect drink for enjoying by the fireplace during Christmas or any winter holiday, offering a delightful balance of flavors and a soothing, boozy warmth.

LOW-FATPEANUT-FREE

Applejack Cocktail

Tina Sawasdee at SideChef

This Applejack Cocktail is a fantastic choice for Thanksgiving or any occasion toward the end of the year, as it encapsulates the season's flavors. Its combination of apple, maple, and citrus, with a hint of warming spice like cinnamon, will surely be a hit with your guests as you celebrate the holiday.

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