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LAST-MINUTE 3 INGREDIENT HOLIDAY APPETIZERS!
If you’re in the thick of holiday party season and need something fast, easy, and budget-friendly, you’re in the right place. Today I’m sharing several semi-homemade appetizers and snacks that use only 2-3 ingredients but look like you spent hours prepping them. These are perfect for Christmas parties, work gatherings, family celebrations, church events, or any “can you bring a little something?” moment.
You’ll find festive, delicious holiday bites that come together in minutes, taste amazing, and won’t break the bank. And yes… that sneaky little two-ingredient recipe that everyone went wild for is in here too!
If you’re new here, I’m Mel welcome home! On this channel, I share quick and easy recipes for busy families, cozy holiday favorites, and down-to-earth meals with a little Appalachian heart.
📌 Let me know in the comments which appetizer you’re making first and click here to SUBSCRIBE
youtube.com/c/InTheKitchenWithMommaMel?sub_confirmation=1
For more holiday appetizers and treats click here to see my complete Christmas playlist
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08xb_DIA2JDMMy5qXtDkSsRc
Time Stamps and Recipes Linked in Blue
00:00 Hey Friends
00:50 Everything Bagel Pinwheels inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/everything-cream-cheese-bagel-pinwheels
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7:23 Mozzarella Biscuit Bombs inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/gooey-mozzarella-biscuit-bombs
15:09 Cranberry Brie Bites inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/cranberry-brie-bites
23:27 @TheRealLittleDebbie Petit Fours inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/little-debbie-petit-fours
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🍴 More Easy Dinner Ideas:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08xmjBlgSjjB0fAuEM8Xk1XA
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If you don’t have a church home or are not able to attend in person services, here is a link to my church’s YouTube channel. I encourage you to watch and when the time is right, seek a home church for you and your family. I am praying for you. youtube.com/channel/UCMu3ZY7RpfWYq5eijlF9Erw
Here is a link for a free Bible app. It features a devotional for each day and numerous other topical reading plans. It will even read the Bible aloud for you when your hands are busy.
youversion.com/the-bible-app
If you are having trouble providing food for your family, please contact your local government, churches, and schools. Food insecurity is nothing to be embarrassed about; there are many resources available to help. Everyone deserves to be able to feed their family.
Music is courtesy of the YouTube Free Audio Library or my paid subscription to Epidemic Sound
FTC Disclosure: This video is sponsored. Some links above are affiliate links. This means at no additional cost to you, as an Amazon Associate or other brand affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases if you click through and make a purchase. Thank you so much for supporting me! Any information related to food, food safety, cooking, recipes, etc. are my opinions only. Melonie Effler, Momma Mel LLC, In The Kitchen With Momma Mel are not liable and/or responsible for any advice, services, or product you obtain through this video. #HolidayAppetizers #EasyHolidayRecipes #3IngredientRecipes #ChristmasPartyFood #SemiHomemadeRecipes #LastMinuteRecipes #BudgetFriendlyRecipes #MommaMel #InTheKitchenWithMommaMel #ChristmasRecipes2025 #MamaMel
Use code MOMMAMEL50 to get $50 off plus free shipping on your first order at bit.ly/3RrtBm6!
LAST-MINUTE 3 INGREDIENT HOLIDAY APPETIZERS!
If you’re in the thick of holiday party season and need something fast, easy, and budget-friendly, you’re in the right place. Today I’m sharing several semi-homemade appetizers and snacks that use only 2-3 ingredients but look like you spent hours prepping them. These are perfect for Christmas parties, work gatherings, family celebrations, church events, or any “can you bring a little something?” moment.
You’ll find festive, delicious holiday bites that come together in minutes, taste amazing, and won’t break the bank. And yes… that sneaky little two-ingredient recipe that everyone went wild for is in here too!
If you’re new here, I’m Mel welcome home! On this channel, I share quick and easy recipes for busy families, cozy holiday favorites, and down-to-earth meals with a little Appalachian heart.
📌 Let me know in the comments which appetizer you’re making first and click here to SUBSCRIBE
youtube.com/c/InTheKitchenWithMommaMel?sub_confirmation=1
For more holiday appetizers and treats click here to see my complete Christmas playlist
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08xb_DIA2JDMMy5qXtDkSsRc
Time Stamps and Recipes Linked in Blue
00:00 Hey Friends
00:50 Everything Bagel Pinwheels inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/everything-cream-cheese-bagel-pinwheels
Try Jammin Jams at jamminjamstn.com and use code JINGLE for 25% off your entire order!
7:23 Mozzarella Biscuit Bombs inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/gooey-mozzarella-biscuit-bombs
15:09 Cranberry Brie Bites inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/cranberry-brie-bites
23:27 @TheRealLittleDebbie Petit Fours inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/little-debbie-petit-fours
📌 SIGN UP for receive my free newsletter to stay up to date on the latest happenings and I’ll send you 5 of my family’s favorite’s recipes! inthekitchenwithmommamel.com
👕 Shop Momma Mel aprons, shirts, mugs and more here in-the-kitchen-with-momma-mel.myspreadshop.com
🛍️ Looking for something you see me use often you’ll probably find it here amazon.com/shop/inthekitchenwithmommamel
Try Good Chop at bit.ly/3RrtBm6 use code MOMMAMEL50 to get $50 off plus free shipping on your first box!
🍴 More Easy Dinner Ideas:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08xmjBlgSjjB0fAuEM8Xk1XA
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08xydRrrhZ6pQfgJe_WQDNjZ
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08wPL2IUlLkvbEPpE5ljcmWX&si=zbSf-zxLJyDXylry
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08yCMbFdrR8pUjt9Kz3yWhZA&si=hSS8b4GfxswDzFHn
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08w2yLG2CywwhA7nYCcQP7-C&si=w9kJdZBLp6zq5hH-
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08yBQs-Wjefb774N6ZH-LR3y
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08xIK7n9NIqU33xO5a28Uj5e&si=2lg-BUVIKrPziSr6
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youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08y5fQ8UCA5qRLUOjjBTXjHB&si=ADnSbR4GkZc5qmSI
If you don’t have a church home or are not able to attend in person services, here is a link to my church’s YouTube channel. I encourage you to watch and when the time is right, seek a home church for you and your family. I am praying for you. youtube.com/channel/UCMu3ZY7RpfWYq5eijlF9Erw
Here is a link for a free Bible app. It features a devotional for each day and numerous other topical reading plans. It will even read the Bible aloud for you when your hands are busy.
youversion.com/the-bible-app
If you are having trouble providing food for your family, please contact your local government, churches, and schools. Food insecurity is nothing to be embarrassed about; there are many resources available to help. Everyone deserves to be able to feed their family.
Music is courtesy of the YouTube Free Audio Library or my paid subscription to Epidemic Sound
FTC Disclosure: This video is sponsored. Some links above are affiliate links. This means at no additional cost to you, as an Amazon Associate or other brand affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases if you click through and make a purchase. Thank you so much for supporting me! Any information related to food, food safety, cooking, recipes, etc. are my opinions only. Melonie Effler, Momma Mel LLC, In The Kitchen With Momma Mel are not liable and/or responsible for any advice, services, or product you obtain through this video. #HolidayAppetizers #EasyHolidayRecipes #3IngredientRecipes #ChristmasPartyFood #SemiHomemadeRecipes #LastMinuteRecipes #BudgetFriendlyRecipes #MommaMel #InTheKitchenWithMommaMel #ChristmasRecipes2025 #MamaMel
