When December arrives, so do the festive gatherings—and with them comes the yearly hunt for easy Christmas party food that looks the part without hours of preparation. These Smoky Chorizo Cups are the ideal Christmas canapé: rich, warming, beautifully bite-sized and ready in around half an hour.

Whether you’re planning a Christmas buffet, hosting a drinks-and-nibbles evening, or simply want to elevate your festive table, this recipe is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

🎅 Why These Chorizo Cups Are Perfect for Christmas Entertaining

The best Christmas party food is:

• Simple to put together
• Easy to serve and eat standing up
• Packed with seasonal flavour
• Suitable for making ahead
• Naturally gluten-free

These chorizo cups tick every box. With smoky paprika, a creamy egg mixture, crisp chorizo edges and the sweetness of Medjool dates, they deliver festive flavour in one perfect mouthful.

🍽️ Smoky Chorizo Cups Recipe (Perfect for Christmas Canapés)

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Makes: 12 chorizo cups
Category: Christmas canapés / Festive finger food

📝 Ingredients

• 132g medium eggs (3 eggs)
• 75g double cream
• 75g semi-skimmed milk
• 3g smoked paprika
• 180g sliced chorizo
• 100g Medjool dates, finely diced

👩🍳 Method

1. Preheat the oven to 160°C.
2. Line a 12-hole bun tin with two overlapping slices of chorizo in each hole to form a cup shape.
3. Whisk together the eggs, double cream, milk, and smoked paprika.
4. Divide the diced Medjool dates between the chorizo cups.
5. Pour the egg mixture into each cup until almost full.
6. Bake for 15 minutes, or until set and lightly golden on top.
7. Serve warm or at room temperature.

🎁 How to Serve Chorizo Cups at a Christmas Party

Make your festive spread feel extra special with these serving ideas:

• Present on a wooden board with sprigs of rosemary for a rustic Christmas feel.
• Add to a Christmas grazing board with manchego, olives, roasted peppers and nuts.
• Serve alongside smoky paprika mayo or a garlicky aioli.
• Pair with mulled wine, prosecco or a seasonal cocktail.

🎄 Variations for Your Christmas Buffet

• Add grated manchego or cheddar for extra richness.
• Stir in fresh herbs such as chives or parsley.
• Add heat with chilli flakes or chopped jalapeños.

🥂 Hosting Tips: Make-Ahead Christmas Party Food

These chorizo cups are perfect for stress-free entertaining.

• Make ahead: Prepare and bake the day before, then chill.
• Reheat: Warm in a 150°C oven for 5–7 minutes.

🎉 Final Thoughts: The Perfect Easy Christmas Party Food

These Smoky Chorizo Cups are everything a Christmas canapé should be: simple, full of festive flavour, and effortlessly elegant. Whether you’re hosting a large gathering or preparing a cosy Christmas spread, this recipe adds a warm, smoky touch that guests will love.

From our palms to yours,

The Palm & Vine Team
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