28 Boxing Day Finger Food Recipes You Can’t Resist

Boxing Day is the perfect day to relax, unwind, and enjoy the company of friends and family after the Christmas craziness. But let's be real here – we all crave delicious, easy-to-eat finger foods while we lounge around in our pajamas, basking in the post-holiday glow.

That’s why I’ve put together 28 Boxing Day Finger Food Recipes You Can’t Resist. It’s the ideal selection of simple, mouthwatering bites that will keep everyone happy and satisfied, without anyone having to slave away in the kitchen. Trust me, these recipes are game-changers for your holiday spread.

1. Mini Caprese Skewers

These little skewers are incredibly refreshing and make for an elegant presentation.

Ingredients:

• Cherry tomatoes
• Fresh mozzarella balls
• Fresh basil leaves
• Balsamic glaze

Instructions:

1. Thread one cherry tomato, one mozzarella ball, and one basil leaf onto a skewer.
2. Repeat until you’ve used up all the ingredients.
3. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

2. Spicy Sriracha Shrimp

For a bit of heat, these spicy shrimp will do the trick.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp Sriracha sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix olive oil, Sriracha, honey, and salt in a bowl.
2. Toss the shrimp in the mixture to coat.
3. Grill or sauté shrimp until cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.

3. Cranberry Brie Bites

A delicious combo of sweet, creamy, and tart flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 package puff pastry
• 1 wheel of brie
• 1 cup cranberry sauce
• Fresh rosemary, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cut puff pastry into small squares.
3. Place a cube of brie and a dollop of cranberry sauce on each square.
4. Fold up the corners and pinch to seal.
5. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Garnish with rosemary.

4. BBQ Meatballs

These are always a crowd-pleaser, trust me.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 cups BBQ sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, mix ground beef, bread crumbs, and egg.
3. Form into small meatballs.
4. Place meatballs in a baking dish and cover with BBQ sauce.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.

5. Stuffed Mushrooms

A savory bite-sized treat that's easy to pop in your mouth.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb large mushrooms
• 1/2 cup cream cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Remove stems from mushrooms and chop fine.
3. Mix chopped stems with cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper.
4. Stuff mushroom caps with the mixture.
5. Bake for 20 minutes.
6. Garnish with parsley.

6. Deviled Eggs

You can never go wrong with this classic recipe.

Ingredients:

• 6 hard-boiled eggs
• 3 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tsp mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Paprika for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cut eggs in half and remove yolks.
2. In a bowl, mix yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper.
3. Pipe or spoon the mixture back into egg whites.
4. Sprinkle with paprika.

7. Pigs in a Blanket

An oldie but goodie that’s loved by all ages.

Ingredients:

• 1 package mini sausages
• 1 package crescent roll dough
• 1 tbsp melted butter
• Poppy seeds for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out crescent roll dough and cut into small triangles.
3. Wrap each sausage in a triangle of dough.
4. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
5. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

8. Spinach Artichoke Dip Cups

A modern twist on a classic dip, perfect for individual servings.

Ingredients:

• 1 can artichoke hearts, chopped
• 1 package frozen spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 box phyllo cups

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Mix all ingredients (except phyllo cups) in a bowl.
3. Spoon mixture into phyllo cups.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until tops are golden and bubbly.

9. Jalapeño Poppers

These are spicy, cheesy, and utterly addictive.

Ingredients:

• 12 jalapeños
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cut jalapeños in half and remove seeds.
3. Mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and bacon bits in a bowl.
4. Stuff each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
5. Top with bread crumbs and bake for 20 minutes.

10. Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce

These skewers are perfectly paired with a rich and creamy peanut sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into strips
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions:

1. Marinate chicken in soy sauce, honey, and ginger for 30 minutes.
2. Thread chicken onto skewers.
3. Grill or bake at 400°F for 15 minutes or until cooked through.
4. For the sauce, mix peanut butter, coconut milk, and lime juice.
5. Serve chicken skewers with the peanut sauce.

11. Mini Quiches

These bite-sized quiches are versatile and tasty.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 5 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 1/2 cup diced ham
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cut pie crust into small circles and place in a mini muffin tin.
3. Whisk together eggs, milk, cheese, ham, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour mixture into pie crusts.
5. Bake for 20 minutes or until set.

12. Caprese Salad Bites

Light and fresh, these bites bring a touch of summer to your winter.

Ingredients:

• Cherry tomatoes
• Fresh basil leaves
• Fresh mozzarella balls
• Balsamic glaze

Instructions:

1. Halve cherry tomatoes.
2. Skewer a tomato half, basil leaf, and mozzarella ball.
3. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

13. Parmesan Crisps

These crisps are incredibly simple and so addictive.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Mound small piles of grated Parmesan cheese on the sheet.
4. Bake for 5-7 minutes or until golden and crispy.
5. Let cool before serving.

14. Chicken Salad Endive Boats

A healthy but delicious option for your Boxing Day spread.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• Endive leaves

Instructions:

1. Combine chicken, mayonnaise, celery, and red onion in a bowl.
2. Spoon chicken salad into endive leaves.
3. Serve immediately.

15. Bruschetta

A classic finger food that's always a hit.

Ingredients:

• 1 baguette, sliced
• 2 cups diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped basil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Toast baguette slices until lightly golden.
3. Mix tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Spoon mixture onto toasted baguette slices.

16. Mozzarella Sticks

Everyone loves these cheesy sticks that are crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside.

Ingredients:

• 12 sticks of mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 cups bread crumbs
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Freeze mozzarella sticks for at least 2 hours.
2. Coat sticks in flour, then dip in egg, then roll in bread crumbs.
3. Fry in hot oil until golden brown.
4. Drain on paper towels before serving.

17. Smoked Salmon Crostini

Elegant and luxurious, these crostini are a quick and easy appetizer.

Ingredients:

• 1 baguette, sliced
• 8 oz smoked salmon
• 1/2 cup cream cheese
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Fresh dill for garnish

Instructions:

1. Toast baguette slices until golden.
2. Mix cream cheese with lemon juice.
3. Spread cream cheese mixture onto toasted baguette.
4. Top with smoked salmon and a sprig of dill.

18. Buffalo Chicken Bites

Perfect for those who love a little kick in their appetizers.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
• 1/2 cup hot sauce
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• Celery sticks

Instructions:

1. Combine chicken, hot sauce, and cream cheese in a bowl.
2. Mix until well blended.
3. Serve with celery sticks.

19. Cheese and Pepperoni Rollups

These are irresistible and so easy to make.

Ingredients:

• 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out crescent dough and sprinkle with mozzarella and pepperoni.
3. Roll up and slice into rounds.
4. Place rounds on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

20. Fried Mac 'n' Cheese Bites

Comfort food in bite-sized form, what's not to love?

Ingredients:

• 2 cups leftover mac 'n' cheese
• 1 cup bread crumbs
• 1 egg, beaten
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Form mac 'n' cheese into small balls.
2. Roll balls in bread crumbs, then dip in egg, and coat with more bread crumbs.
3. Fry in hot oil until golden brown.
4. Drain on paper towels before serving.

21. Antipasto Skewers

These skewers are a delicious way to enjoy a variety of flavors in one bite.

Ingredients:

• Cherry tomatoes
• Mini mozzarella balls
• Kalamata olives
• Slices of salami
• Fresh basil leaves

Instructions:

1. On small skewers, arrange cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, olives, salami, and basil leaves.
2. Repeat until all ingredients are used.

22. Veggie Sushi Rolls

For a healthier but still tasty option.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups sushi rice
• 1 cucumber, julienned
• 1 avocado, sliced
• Sesame seeds
• Nori sheets

Instructions:

1. Cook and cool sushi rice according to package instructions.
2. Lay a nori sheet, shiny side down, on a bamboo mat.
3. Spread a layer of rice, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
4. Add cucumber and avocado slices.
5. Roll tightly using the bamboo mat.
6. Slice into bite-sized pieces.

23. Crab Rangoon

Crispy and creamy, these are bound to disappear quickly.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup crab meat
• 1 green onion, chopped
• 1 package wonton wrappers
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Mix cream cheese, crab meat, and green onion.
2. Place a teaspoon of the mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper.
3. Fold wrappers into triangles and seal edges with water.
4. Fry in hot oil until golden brown.
5. Drain on paper towels before serving.

24. Loaded Potato Skins

A cheesy, bacon-y delight that’s always a hit.

Ingredients:

• 4 large potatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped chives
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Bake potatoes for 1 hour or until tender.
3. Let cool, then slice in half and scoop out some of the flesh.
4. Fill with cheese and bacon bits.
5. Bake for another 10-15 minutes.
6. Top with sour cream and chives.

25. Bacon-Wrapped Dates

The perfect sweet and salty combo.

Ingredients:

• 20 pitted dates
• 10 slices of bacon, halved
• Toothpicks

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Wrap each date with a half-slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
3. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until bacon is crispy.

26. Mini Chicken Tacos

A fun and tasty snack that's always a favorite.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
• 1 package taco seasoning
• Mini taco shells
• Cheese, lettuce, salsa for topping

Instructions:

1. Mix chicken with taco seasoning.
2. Fill mini taco shells with seasoned chicken.
3. Top with cheese, lettuce, and salsa.

27. Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

For those who need a sweet treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 pint strawberries
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl.
2. Dip each strawberry into melted chocolate.
3. Place on parchment paper and let set.

28. Garlic Knots

Soft, buttery, and oh-so-garlicy bites.

Ingredients:

• 1 package pizza dough
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out pizza dough and cut into strips.
3. Tie each strip into a knot.
4. Mix melted butter with garlic and parsley.
5. Brush knots with garlic butter.
6. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Conclusion

These 28 irresistible Boxing Day finger food recipes have you covered for a delightful, stress-free gathering. From savory bites to sweet treats, there's something to please everyone. Relax, indulge, and make the most of the day with these delicious and easy-to-prepare options. Happy Boxing Day feasting!