Christmas Potluck Entree Ideas

Plump dates stuffed with goat cheese and wrapped in prosciutto deliver a sweet-salty bite. These nibbles can be served hot or cold, providing a decadent yet simple party appetizer.

Crumbly, savory cheese biscuits made with butter and cheddar. They can be prepared ahead and served cold, making them an elegant yet easy pre-dinner snack.

A quick appetizer of melted brie and cranberries on toasted bread. Sweet, tangy cranberries complement creamy brie for a festive starter that's perfect with mulled wine and ready in minutes.

Crackers topped with cream cheese, smoked salmon and a dill mustard honey sauce. These elegant bites are quick to assemble and always a hit at gatherings.

Tortilla pinwheels filled with a blend of Roquefort, mascarpone, honey, walnuts and arugula. The tangy, creamy and sweet flavors create a gourmet appetizer that can be prepared ahead of time.

This savoury dish is a variation of the classic quiche. It's versatile, freeze well and you can make as a large quiche or delicious bite-sized appetizers.

These savoury tartlets feature sautéed mushrooms and asparagus on flaky puff pastry. They can be assembled ahead and baked just before serving, offering a vegetarian-friendly starter with earthy flavours.

Cremini mushrooms stuffed with a savory mixture of panko, pine nuts, sun-dried tomatoes and herbs. Baked until golden, these bite-sized starters are an instant crowd-pleaser.

Brie warmed in the microwave and crowned with toasted pecans, pomegranate seeds and maple syrup. This festive, sweet-savory starter is ready in minutes and uses affordable brie.

Flaky puff pastry parcels filled with seasoned Italian sausage and Parmesan. These golden rolls are savory, make-ahead friendly and perfect for serving with mustard at parties.

Sweet grapes and briny olives are roasted with rosemary, then spooned over ricotta-smeared baguette slices. The result is a sophisticated crostini with contrasting flavors.

Fresh figs stuffed with goat cheese, wrapped in prosciutto and drizzled with honey and thyme. Sweet, tangy and salty in one bite, they require minimal effort and look elegant.

Classic deviled eggs where hard-boiled eggs are filled with a creamy yolk mixture flavored with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard and vinegar. A simple, crowd-pleasing finger food.

A log of goat cheese is coated in chopped dried cranberries, nuts and herbs, then drizzled with honey. It’s a festive, colourful appetizer that takes about 10 minutes to prepare and can be customized with different nuts or herbs.

Toasted sourdough is spread with creamy labneh and topped with roasted grapes and toasted walnuts. A drizzle of hot honey and sprinkle of thyme and sea salt add sweet heat and freshness, making these crostini a sophisticated addition to holiday platters.