Christmas dinner is covered! Every recipe you need to make Christmas dinner a success all in one place. Kid-friendly appetizers, entrees, desserts and more! Keep scrolling for the COMPLETE Weelicious Christmas Dinner Menu!

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Appetizers for Christmas Dinner:

Holiday Party Board: Nothing makes a holiday table look more festive than a Holiday Party Board! Grab your favorite red and green snacks or dye free candies and let the creative juices start flowing. There’s no wrong way to make a party board and it’s a great way to get the kids involved in the festivities! 

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Stuffed Mushrooms: Snacking on these Stuffed Mushrooms while making Christmas dinner is the BEST! They’re healthy and delicious!

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Savory Basil Pesto Cheesecake Dip: This delectable appetizer is perfect for your Christmas gatherings and is a total crowd-pleaser. Kids and adults alike won’t be able to get enough!

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Santa Hats: There’s nothing cuter than these strawberry Santa Hats. Plus, these are a great activity to occupy the kids with while you’re preparing the rest of the meal!

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Avocado Honey Dip: This green Avocado Honey Dip looks festive on any holiday table and is super yummy. Serve with pretzel sticks or pita chips!

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Roasted Red Pepper Almond Dip: A good dip is always great for appetizers. Serve this Roasted Red Pepper Almond Dip with some crackers and fresh veggies like carrots and celery and enjoy!

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Salads for Christmas Dinner:

Winter Farmers Market Salad: This salad is filled with tons of winter’s best flavors like pomegranate seeds and toasted walnuts. Super delicious and fresh.

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Persimmon Burrata Salad: I love this salad. It’s bright and colorful and has tons of flavors and textures!

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Winter Citrus Salad: This salad is absolutely gorgeous and filled with tons of winter citrus. Such a great addition to your Christmas menu.

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Entrees for Christmas Dinner: 

Pineapple Brown Sugar Glazed Ham: Having ham for Christmas dinner has been a tradition for my family for as long as I can remember. This Pineapple Brown Sugar Glazed Ham has SO much flavor.

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HPB (Ham, Pineapple and Biscuit Sandwiches): If a biscuit sandwich sounds like the best thing ever, make these HPB’s. Also known as Ham, Pineapple and Biscuit Sandwiches.

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Maple Brined Turkey: Thanksgiving isn’t the only time to serve up a gorgeous turkey! Maple Brined Turkey is a great addition to a Christmas dinner menu.

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Southern Style Pork Tenderloin: This is my all time favorite pork tenderloin recipe that I make on repeat during the summer especially. I’ve made this for Christmas dinner in the past though and everyone LOVED it.

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Pan Seared Beef Tenderloin: This beef tenderloin is the best steak ever. It’s seared on a skillet then finishes cooking the the over. Super juicy, and delicious!

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Baked Farro with Lentils, Tomato and Mozzarella: If you’re looking for a hearty and delicious vegetarian entree for Christmas dinner, this Baked Farro with Lentils, Tomato and Mozzarella is the best!

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Side Dishes for Christmas Dinner:

Cheese Grits: One of my favorite sides of all time, especially on Christmas Day, is Cheese Grits. There’s nothing quite like them!

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Classic Macaroni and Cheese: Macaroni and Cheese for Christmas dinner is always welcomed. This classic recipe is our favorite!

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Herb Garlic Roast Potatoes: Herb Garlic Roast potatoes are super crispy and 100% delicious!

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Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts: I think Brussels sprouts are my favorite vegetable of all time. This Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts recipe is one of the best ways to make them!

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Buttermilk Bacon Whipped Potatoes: Because who doesn’t love a loaded mashed potato? Add these Buttermilk Bacon Whipped Potatoes to your Christmas menu and be the star of the holidays.

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Cheesy Popovers: If you’ve never made Cheesy Popovers, now is the time! These little rolls are like fluffy pillows. They’re so light and airy and make a great addition to Christmas dinner.

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Pasta Recipes for Christmas Dinner:

Polenta Lasagna: I know a ton of families that do lasagna for Christmas dinner. This Polenta Lasagna is one of my favorite ways to change up traditional lasagna.

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Wild Mushroom Pasta: Sticking to the pasta train, Wild Mushroom Pasta is a recipe we make ALL the time. It’s super simple but makes a big impression.

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Lasagna Rolls: Lasagna Rolls are close to a more traditional lasagna, but the noodles are made into individual rolls instead of layered on top of each other. Super cute and delicious!

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Dessert for Christmas Dinner:

Apple Almond Cake: The flavors in this Apple Almond Cake just scream holiday to me. It’s a perfect addition to your Christmas dessert table.

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Persimmon Cake: A bundt cake is always welcome at our Christmas dinner. Persimmons are in season during the winter so this cake is great to make!

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Classic Spritz Cookies: I mean, these Classic Spritz Cookies are just plain cute and fun to make! Snack on these with a cup of coffee after dinner.

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Sugar Cookies: Even more festive than the Spritz Cookies, Sugar Cookies! Decorate these with the kids for a fun Christmas Day activity.

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Chocolate Molten Lava Cakes: If you have chocolate lovers joining you for Christmas dinner, these Chocolate Molten Lava Cakes are a must-make!

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Eggnog Sugar Cookies: Extra eggnog (sans alcohol)? Try these Eggnog Sugar Cookies for Christmas dessert!

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Fruitcake Bars: If you love fruitcake during the holidays, these bars are for you! Filled with tons of dried fruit and absolutely delicious.

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Fresh Gingerbread Bundt Cake: This might be my favorite cake to make during the holidays. All the warm flavors of ginger and molasses in one cake! Yes please.

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Holiday Chocolate Chip Sprinkle Bars: These Holiday Chocolate Chip Sprinkle Bars are my most popular Christmas recipe at the moment. They’re absolutely delicious and couldn’t look more festive!

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Cake Mix Sprinkle Cookies: Only four ingredients, these Cake Mix Sprinkle Cookies are so easy to make.

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Chocolate Reindeer Bark: Chocolate Reindeer Bark is not only visually appealing but also a delicious addition to your holiday celebrations, especially for kids!

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Christmas Tree Brownies: Not only are these Christmas Tree Brownies delectable for the taste buds, but they are also so much fun to decorate together with your kids during the holidays!

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Any of these recipes will make your Christmas day menu extra special. Also, if you’re hosting a holiday party this year and are looking for some ways to make it fun for the kids, check out 10 Ways to Get Kids Involved During the Holidays! I hope you all have a merry and bright holiday! Tag me on Instagram if you make any of these recipes this year!

About the Author

Catherine is a mama of three. A Kentucky girl living in California. Here’s what I know: all kids can be great eaters and mealtime must be easy. I create simple, healthy recipes the whole family will love.

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  1. We are a KCD family. We have followed you since they did the piece on you for the alumni magazine. I always appreciate your twist on an ordinary menu. Thanks!

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