Christmas Wreath Guacamole is a cheerful, fresh, and festive holiday appetizer that brings color and flavor to your table. Creamy avocado spread into a wreath shape and topped with bright cherry tomatoes, herbs, and crunchy garnishes turns a classic dip into a Christmas showstopper. It looks fancy, tastes incredible, and takes just minutes to make.
I made this guacamole wreath for a Christmas potluck last year, and it instantly became the star of the table. Everyone loved the idea, and the bowl was empty long before dinner was served. It is a fun, creative way to serve a crowd favorite and feels special without any extra effort.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick to make and requires no cooking
- Makes a classic dip feel festive and impressive
- Fresh, creamy, and full of bright flavors
- Easy to customize and decorate
- Perfect for holiday parties, potlucks, and family gatherings
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Guacamole
- 4 ripe avocados
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 garlic clove, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely minced (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For Decorating
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Pomegranate seeds (optional but gorgeous)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley sprigs
- Diced red onion
- Thinly sliced jalapeño or green onion
- Lime wedges for serving
For Serving
- Tortilla chips
- Pita chips
- Veggie sticks
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Make the Guacamole
Mash the avocados in a bowl until smooth with some small chunks for texture. Add lime juice, garlic, onion, cilantro, jalapeño if using, salt, and pepper. Mix well and taste to adjust seasoning.
Step 2: Shape the Wreath
Place a small bowl in the center of a serving plate to create a round guide. Spread the guacamole around the bowl in a circle, forming a wreath shape about 1 to 2 inches thick. Remove the bowl.
Step 3: Decorate
Arrange cherry tomato halves around the wreath like ornaments. Sprinkle pomegranate seeds, onion, cilantro or parsley sprigs, and jalapeño slices to mimic holly and berries.
Step 4: Serve
Add lime wedges around the platter and place tortilla chips nearby for dipping. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.
Chef’s Tips for the Best Guacamole
- Use ripe avocados for maximum creaminess
- Add lime right away to prevent browning
- Keep some texture by not over-mashing
- Chill for 20 minutes to let flavors develop
- Make decorations pop by using bright toppings
Variations and Substitutions
- Add crumbled cotija or feta for salty contrast
- Drizzle olive oil or sprinkle flaky salt on top
- Add fire roasted corn for extra sweetness
- Make it spicy with red pepper flakes or hot sauce
- Swap cilantro for parsley if you prefer
Serving Suggestions
This Christmas wreath guacamole is perfect for:
- Holiday appetizer boards
- Christmas Eve and Christmas Day parties
- Potlucks, work gatherings, and family dinners
- Movie nights and cozy evenings in
Pair with:
- Tortilla chips or pita chips
- Sliced cucumbers, carrots, celery, or bell peppers
- Warm quesadillas or cheese crackers
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using underripe avocados
- Skimping on lime, which keeps color fresh
- Over-mashing and losing texture
- Decorating too early if not serving soon
- Serving without salt and taste adjusting
Storage and Make-Ahead Tips
- Best served immediately after making
- To prep ahead, mix all ingredients except lime and avocados
- Store chopped avocado with pits and cover tightly with plastic wrap pressed against surface
- Leftover guacamole keeps 1 day in fridge if covered tightly with plastic wrap touching the surface
Nutrition Facts (per serving, approx.)
- Calories: 170
- Protein: 2 g
- Fat: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Vitamin C: 25% DV
Fresh, Festive, and Impossible to Resist
Christmas Wreath Guacamole turns a beloved snack into a holiday centerpiece. It is creamy, zesty, colorful, and fun to decorate. Whether you are hosting a Christmas dinner, brunch, or casual gathering, this wreath will add festive magic to your table and disappear in minutes.
Christmas Wreath Guacamole
Equipment
- Medium mixing bowl
- Fork or potato masher
- Cutting board and knife
- serving platter
- small bowl (for shaping)
Ingredients
- 4 ripe avocados
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 2 tbsp red onion, finely minced
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely minced (optional)
- salt and black pepper, to taste
- cherry tomatoes, halved (for decorating)
- pomegranate seeds (optional, for decorating)
- fresh cilantro or parsley sprigs (for decorating)
- diced red onion (for decorating)
- thinly sliced jalapeño or green onion (for decorating)
- lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Mash the avocados in a bowl until mostly smooth with some texture. Add lime juice, garlic, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using). Season with salt and pepper. Mix well and adjust taste as needed.
- Place a small bowl in the center of a serving platter. Spread the guacamole around it to form a wreath shape, about 1–2 inches thick. Remove the center bowl to reveal a clean wreath shape.
- Top the wreath with cherry tomatoes, pomegranate seeds, onion, cilantro or parsley sprigs, and jalapeño slices to resemble ornaments and greenery.
- Add lime wedges around the edge and serve immediately with tortilla chips, pita chips, or veggies for dipping.
