Festive Apps to Bring to Your Company Potluck

Company potlucks are one of the best parts of the holiday season. Good food, shared laughter, and that one coworker who always shows up early to stake out the dessert table. If you’re hoping to bring something memorable this year, skip the store-bought tray and arrive with a festive appetizer that has everyone asking for the recipe.

These crowd-pleasing ideas are simple to transport, easy to serve, and guaranteed to stand out on any potluck table.

Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites

Flaky, golden puff pastry filled with creamy brie and topped with a tart cranberry compote. These little bites look elegant, taste incredible, and disappear faster than you can arrange them on the table.

How to make it:
Cut puff pastry into squares, press into mini muffin tins, add a small cube of brie, spoon over cranberry sauce, and bake until puffed and golden. You’ll walk in with a tray of effortless magic.

Holiday Pimento Cheese Dip

A southern classic with a holiday twist. This creamy, sharp, and slightly spicy dip pairs beautifully with crackers, crostini, or crisp vegetables. It’s the kind of appetizer people gather around.

How to make it:
Mix shredded sharp cheddar, cream cheese, roasted red peppers, green onions, smoked paprika, and a splash of hot sauce. Chill before serving.

Stuffed Mini Peppers with Herbed Goat Cheese

Bursting with color and fresh flavor, these mini peppers feel festive without being heavy. The tangy goat cheese filling adds a gourmet touch your team will love.

How to make it:
Blend goat cheese with lemon zest, chopped herbs, and a drizzle of honey. Pipe into halved mini peppers and finish with a sprinkle of cracked pepper.

Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Drizzle

A classic made potluck-friendly. Cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil leaves threaded onto skewers create a bright and fresh appetizer that balances out the richer dishes on the table.

How to make it:
Assemble skewers, chill until serving time, and drizzle with balsamic glaze right before placing them on the buffet.

Savory Pull-Apart Bread with Garlic and Herbs

Warm, buttery, and aromatic, this pull-apart loaf is the definition of comfort. Colleagues will be grabbing pieces as soon as it hits the table.

How to make it:
Cut biscuit dough into pieces, toss with melted butter, garlic, herbs, and parmesan, then bake in a bundt pan until golden and irresistible.

Spinach Artichoke Cups

Imagine your favorite dip tucked neatly into crispy wonton wrappers. These little cups are portable, tasty, and perfect for a company setting.

How to make it:
Press wonton wrappers into mini muffin pans, fill with spinach-artichoke mixture, and bake until crisp and bubbling.

Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rounds

A refreshing, no-bake appetizer that feels light yet luxurious. They add a sophisticated touch to any potluck spread.

How to make it:
Top cucumber slices with a dollop of herbed cream cheese and a small piece of smoked salmon. Finish with dill or chives.

Sweet and Spicy Cocktail Meatballs

Always a favorite, these meatballs strike the perfect balance between savory and sweet with just a hint of heat.

How to make it:
Simmer frozen or homemade meatballs in a sauce made from chili sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and pineapple juice. Serve warm in a slow cooker for easy transport.

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus with Holiday Veggies

Simple, bright, and packed with flavor. This hummus adds vibrant color to the table and pairs with practically anything.

How to make it:
Blend chickpeas, roasted red peppers, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth. Serve with festive carrots, celery, pita chips, or veggie crisps.

Fig and Prosciutto Crostini

A perfect combination of salty, sweet, and crunchy. They feel fancy but come together quickly.

How to make it:
Toast baguette slices, spread with mascarpone or goat cheese, top with fig preserves and a small piece of prosciutto. Add a drizzle of honey if you want to take it over the top.

Time to Impress the Office Crowd

A great appetizer sets the tone for the whole potluck. Bring something that reflects your creativity and love for good food, and you’ll instantly become the coworker everyone hopes signs up for “appetizers” again next year.