1Mistletoe Margaritas
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE 2Merry Mozzarella Bites
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThese merry mozzarella balls are going to make cocktail hour a little more jolly. Marinated ciliegine (or “cherry sized” mozzarella balls) are combined with white balsamic, garlicky chives, and a little crushed red pepper to signify Christmas colors.
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3Mini Black Forest Trifles
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE 4Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham
This zingy retro classic glazed ham is a stunner set in the center of a table, and just a few easy sides short of a fantastic feast. Beyond the eye-popping pineapple rings and bright maraschino cherries, the glaze lends a shine and texture to the ham’s caramelized crust.
Get the Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham recipe.
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5Pesto-Stuffed Burrata Bombs
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON 6Frozen Peppermint Pattie Pie
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7Cranberry Paloma
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONThis tequila cocktail is the perfect thing for Christmas in July. Just like a classic paloma, this version is made with a base of tequila and grapefruit. But it gets a boost of sweetness and tartness with the addition of cranberry juice cocktail.
Get the Cranberry Paloma recipe.
8Hot Cocoa Dip
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREHot chocolate is a cold-weather must, but in the summertime, sometimes we just can't take the heat. Enter this sweet, creamy, shareable hot cocoa party dip. It’s topped with swoops of whipped cream, a shower of mini marshmallows, and sprinkles, if you're feeling fancy.
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9Antipasto Christmas Tree Cheese Ball
Nothing says hostess with the most-est like a charming and delicious antipasto Christmas tree. This cheesy appetizer sculpture will help you decorate for your Christmas in July party and feed your guests all in one fell swoop.
Get the Antipasto Christmas Tree Cheese Ball recipe.
10Corn Casserole
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI ; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONThis corn casserole transcends commonplace categories into a league of its own. It’s packed with sweet corn, balanced by a pinch of paprika and herby chives, and has an insanely tender and custardy texture that will have you on your third helping before you even know what hit you.
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11Santa Hat Cheesecake Bites
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE 12Christmas Tree Cookie Stacks
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONAll you need is store-bought sugar cookie dough, an easy homemade buttercream (colored green to nail the Christmas vibes), and your desired decorations to create these tiny edible trees. In 30 minutes, you’ll have the cutest cookie stacks that everyone will be fighting over.
Get the Christmas Tree Cookie Stacks recipe.
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13Pernil
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCEFor Puerto Rican households, pernil is synonymous with the holiday season. Boasting a combination of succulent, flavorful meat and shatteringly crisp skin, this impressive bone-in, skin-on roast pork dish has earned its place as the centerpiece of a Christmas dinner spread.
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14Peppermint Ice Cream
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15Spinach-Artichoke Christmas Tree Skewers
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON 16Cranberry Turkey Sliders
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17Tamales
Andrew bui For many families, especially Latinx and Southern families, tamales are a classic Christmas tradition. For others, tamales are a delicious summer snack available in all different fillings and flavors. For Christmas in July, they are are perfect mix of both.
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18Jingle Juice
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThis crowd-pleasing holiday punch is truly a Christmas miracle. It serves a large crowd, doesn’t shy away from the booze (read: three bottles of wine AND vodka), and looks stunning presented at any holiday party. Plus, it’s endlessly versatile—you can really experiment with it to create your ideal jingle juice.
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19Letters To Santa Cookies
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE 20Not-So-Naughty Jack Frosties
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