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17 Easy, Crowd-Pleasing Christmas Potluck Ideas

The best potluck dishes satisfy three requirements: they are easy to transport, ready-to-eat, and most importantly, they are delicious. Whether you are hosting Christmas or bringing a dish, you can find a crowd-pleasing holiday potluck recipe here.

Appetizers:

1. Walnut Asiago Bites

Full of cheesy flavor, these savory bites are a great way to kick off holiday festivities. Go to recipe.

2. Creamy Ranch Quiche

creamy ranch quiche

Let quiches set for a few minutes before removing them from the pan. Go to recipe.

3. Zucchini Corn Bread Muffins

zucchini cornbread muffins

 Serve with honey butter for a hearty and sweet start to the holidays. Go to recipe.

Salads:

4. Arugula & Pomegranate Salad 

arugula pomegranate salad with pecans and figs recipe

Fruit, cheese, nuts and fresh arugula combine in this refreshing and comforting salad. Go to recipe.

5. Roasted Pear Salad

Warm your guests up with roasted fruit. Go to recipe.

6. Spinach & Goat Cheese Salad 

spinach goat cheese salad

Even the ingredients are in holiday theme in this red, white and green dish. Go to recipe.

7. Asparagus Poached Egg and Bacon Salad

Add a small dash of vinegar to your pan of simmering water to make poaching easier. Go to recipe.

Sides:

8. Holiday Sausage Stuffing 

holiday sausage stuffing

Garlic, sage, and fresh vegetables liven up this meaty bread mixture. Go to recipe.

9. Creamy Macaroni and Cheese 

Creamy mac and cheese

This crunchy take on a classic will be get a warm welcome by guests of all ages. Go to recipe.

10. Warm Fingerling Potatoes and Broccolini 

warm fingerling potatoes and broccolini recipe

Easy to prepare ahead of time and reheat, wait to add fresh herbs until ready to serve. Go to recipe.

11. Green Bean Casserole 

green bean casserole

Use fresh veggies for the best results. Go to recipe.

12. Herb, Garlic, & Cheese Rolls 

Bake 8 minutes at home and heat them up quickly in the oven once dinner is being served at your destination. Go to recipe.

 Desserts:

13. Snicker Doodle White Chocolate Bars 

snicker doodle white chocolate bars

Frosting and white chocolate chips elevate this 16-serving dessert. Go to recipe.

14. Cinnamon Bread Pudding 

The alcohol cooks out during baking, but if you prefer, substitute vanilla for bourbon. Go to recipe.

15. Tiramisu

tiramisu

Golden raisins lend an unexpected twist to this rich treat. Go to recipe.

16. Lemon Crunch Coffee Cake 

lemon crunch coffee cake

Not just for breakfast, fresh berries and sweet filling make this a great treat for post-dinner coffee and tea time. Go to recipe.

 17. Caramel Apple Crisp

caramel apple crisp

You can distribute ingredients into individual ramekins for easy serving, but remember that baking times may vary depending on the size of the baking dishes. Go to recipe.

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