Easy Vegan Holiday Appetizers 2021!🎄😋

[@LuciaDeGiovanni]

One of the things I love about your videos is the "in between" tips you give before and after a recipe. With other videos, I usually skip to the recipes, because of all the talking and fluff, but with yours, I enjoy the whole content. Long time subscriber over here, thank you for all your wonderful content!

[@NikkiVegan]

Oh wow that's such a nice compliment! Thank you so much for saying that 😊😊 I really try to make my videos as helpful as possible so it's nice to know that those in between tips are appreciated. This made my day! I hope you're having a good one ❤️

[@Bellaella23e]

The sincerity of how much you love food just shines through. Each one of your videos is so well thought out and chock full of tips. I hope you enjoy making these videos as much as I love watching them. We appreciate you, Nikki. Keep up the amazing work!

[@NikkiVegan]

Aw thank you so much for saying that 🥺🥰 I put my heart and soul into developing these recipes and putting together these videos so it means a lot to hear you say that. Thanks for taking to time to send me some feedback and encouragement! I appreciate it so much ❤️ Hope you're having a nice day!

[@ginacaruso4256]

Your descriptions of the flavors and textures are so detailed and enticing!! Can’t wait to try both.

[@NikkiVegan]

Aw thanks Gina! I really try to explain what everything tastes like because it’s hard to tell from looking at it sometimes ☺️ I hope you enjoy both recipes! Can’t wait to hear which one of your favorite ❤️

[@kelseymark7929]

The mushroom sausage appetizer looks so good and festive!!! We are just making appetizers for Christmas this year and I'm gonna make that. 😁

[@NikkiVegan]

Thank you! That’s exciting! I hope you and everyone you share them with enjoys 🥰 Happy holidays!

[@patty-cf7jj]

I would use hot pepper jelly on top of the cream cheese. A block of Philadelphia Cream cheese with hot pepper jelly was the only thing that was put out as an appetizer on Christmas as I was growing up.

[@NikkiVegan]

Same! That’s so good 🤗 I actually mentioned that in the blog post because it’s such a fun alternative to the apricot! Fig jam is good too..and cherry. You really can’t go wrong with any jam combo here ☺️ And it’s so cool that this was a favorite of yours growing up! Sweet and spicy is always a delicious combo. Anyway, Happy holidays Patty! ❤️❤️🎄🎄

[@LifeIsMessyImLearningAsIGrow]

♥️🧡💜💚❤️🖤💙🧡💛 The thing I missed most when I went Plant based was the traditional holiday meals of the past! Took me forever to get some recipes I liked to replace them. I am always looking to learn new ways/recipes to add to our holida and everyday meals. This is a great recipe. I make cooking videos too. I’m always looking for new ideas and this one is a keeper! I love to learn from other you tubers as we grow our channels! Excellent Video! Thank you for sharing! 👍🏻I’m so happy o found your channel!

[@kimberlygritman1790]

The mushroom sausage app is my pick! Thank you sooo much for this video! Yum!

[@NikkiVegan]

Aw it's my pleasure Kimberly! I'm so happy you're excited about this recipe. I hope you love it 😊😊 Happy Holidays!

[@Nicathatsme]

Those mushroom tarts look irresistible. I’m definitely trying those

[@NikkiVegan]

Aw thank you! I hope you love them! I've been eating them nonstop lol 😊😊

[@Raddiebaddie]

YUM can’t wait to check this one out and your new episode form this year

[@ThriveMarket]

These apps are Amazing!!! 🎄😋

[@NikkiVegan]

Thank you!! 🥰🥰

[@charlenewagoner9523]

The pastry mushroom looks amazing!!

[@NikkiVegan]

Aw thank you so much Charlene! I’ve been loving this one! Hope you enjoy it ☺️☺️

[@straightedgeveganbel2453]

Love rosemary 💗 Great video, I love how calming you are😊

[@NikkiVegan]

Aw thank you so much! I'm really glad you find my videos calming and relaxing 😊 That's awesome...and I'm totally with you on rosemary! lol Hope you're having a great day ❤️

[@vegan.enlightenment]

Puff pastries look awesome 👏

[@NikkiVegan]

Aw thank you so much! I hope you enjoy ❤️❤️

[@cherhonda]

Yaaay🥳 Way To Start My Morning 🌅

[@NikkiVegan]

Aw yay! I’m so glad you’re excited about new video! There’s another one coming Sunday 🙌❤️

[@julieshelley9251]

Looks divine, I would say the last one looks the best!

[@NikkiVegan]

Thank you!! I hope you enjoy if you give it a try ☺️☺️ Happy holidays Julie!

[@leauphillips3563]

Tonight my contribution to the party potluck will be vegan cream cheese with a cherry jalapeno jam! Topped with dried cherries and finely diced jalapenos...hope my turns out as delish as yours looks!

[@NikkiVegan]

Oh wow that sounds like an amazing combo! I hope you and everyone at the party enjoy! Have a great time ☺️☺️

[@leauphillips3563]

@@NikkiVegan it was a big hit! people even remarked about how good the vegan cream cheese was...I was the only vegan there. Thanks for the idea!

[@Mialuvsveggies]

Mmmm those little mushroom tartlets look Soooo good!

[@NikkiVegan]

Thanks Emilia! I have been loving them! Let me know if you make them too ☺️❤️

[@katherineb7761]

GENIUS!!! These are absolutely stunning and look Devine!!!!!!

[@NikkiVegan]

Thank you Katherine! That’s so nice ☺️❤️

[@ruthomom]

I love that Idea with the cream cheese, if I try it I would cut the dry fruit in smaller pieces. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@NikkiVegan]

I love the combo of fruit with cream cheese! My Grandma had the same breakfast almost every single day and it was toast with cream cheese and strawberry jam so this combo always reminds me of her in the best way ☺️☺️ Good idea to chop up the fruit! I think that would look pretty! Hope you enjoy ☺️☺️

[@mastandstars]

Oooooooh maybe dried cherries with pistachios!!!

[@chucky6367]

@@mastandstars Dried cranberries and pistachios would be yummy too 😋

[@suzanneparvey4346]

I definitely want to try the vegan puff pastry tarts. They look festive and sound delicious. Thanks Nikki. You are my go too person for vegan recipes. Have a wonderful holiday season and all the very best in 2022.

[@NikkiVegan]

Aw thank you Suzanne! That’s so nice ☺️☺️ I hope you love these recipes ❤️

[@isaacperal9778]

Brilliant… I really wanted to impress my in laws with vegan options for Xmas so this has now given me great ideas

[@NikkiVegan]

Thanks Isaac, and that's exciting! What are you planning on making for them?

[@gustavogomez3286]

those puff pastry tarts looks amazing!!!

[@NikkiVegan]

Thanks Gustavo! That's so nice of you to say 😊😊 I loved creating this recipe so I hope you enjoy it as much as I have been! Happy holidays ❤️

[@irisrivas-nieves9511]

They both look good. I am a bit intimidated by the phyllo dough but I think I am going to dive right in and give it a try. Thanks for sharing!

[@NikkiVegan]

I know why you mean but puff pastry is a lot easier to work with than phyllo dough and I shared some extra tips in the blog post! Hope you find it helpful ☺️☺️

[@yatesbanks]

I’m gonna try the 🍄 puff pastry ! Thanks!

[@NikkiVegan]

Nice! I’m excited to hear that! I hope you enjoy ☺️❤️

[@JohannaZee]

I have to say they all look amazing!

[@NikkiVegan]

Thank you Johanna! 😊😊 I hope you're having a nice weekend!

[@JohannaZee]

@@NikkiVegan You're so welcome! My 'weekend' is usually Tuesday and Wednesday, but I'll be off Wednesday to Saturday this week. Take care!

[@susandurandstone4278]

I will definitely be making the mushroom puff pastry, looks delicious!

[@NikkiVegan]

Yay! I hope you enjoy Susan ☺️☺️

[@IsidoraSage]

I wanted to make a cheese and crackers with fig jam for thanksgiving but something about the vegan cheese was not good with the jam. I'll need to try the cream cheese. I'm definitely putting the puff pastry one on my holiday list!

[@NikkiVegan]

Cream cheese is a bit more mild so I find it works well with jam! Some brands are more tang than others but a mild creamy vegan cheese would work well ❤️❤️

[@smol_chilli_pepper]

These look amazing. I def want to try the mushroom pastry

[@NikkiVegan]

Yay! That makes me so happy 😊😊 I hope you enjoy! Let me know what you think when you try it!

[@melrox8809]

I want to try mushroom puff pastry that look so good.

[@NikkiVegan]

Thanks Mel! I've been loving these puff pastry tarts recently so I hope you enjoy 😊😊

[@sunshinegalkw9675]

Always superb! Thanks! Happy Holidays 🎄🎄

[@NikkiVegan]

Aw thank you so much! Happy holidays to you too! ❤️❤️

[@alexmcginness8859]

I can’t wait to make that puff pastry dish. 😍

[@NikkiVegan]

Thanks Alex! I hope you love it!

[@amarab4404]

This looks so good!

[@NikkiVegan]

Thank you! ❤️❤️

[@raeraesma]

Everything looks delicious! Thank you for sharing the wine that you use. I was going to ask you for your recommendation. I love your videos. Thank you for sharing. 😊

[@NikkiVegan]

Thanks Kim! That's great feedback. I'm glad that part was helpful. I did a whole video about this vegan friendly wine brand and made some recipes to pair with each wine if you're interested. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKS3Z4WKZauSbsk Hope you enjoy! 😊 Happy Holidays!

[@larryestrada5418]

I stand corrected.I am subscribed.Thank you.

[@NikkiVegan]

Aw thanks Larry! I hope you enjoy my channel ☺️☺️

[@Raddiebaddie]

YUM

[@NikkiVegan]

Thank you!! Love these recipes!

[@rachelshulman111]

Just curious why you use nonstick pans esp for that mushroom recipe - could have had nice fond to deglaze with the wine. Love your videos 💚💚

[@NikkiVegan]

Good question! I usually use my stainless steel skillet for mushrooms but this was clean and easy to access at the time lol I still gets a little bit of the caramelized bits on the bottom but it's just easier to scrape off with the nonstick. You're right though, a cast iron or stainless steel is ideal though for this kind of cooking. Anyway, hope you enjoy this recipe if you make them at home 😊😊

[@monis1552]

Both look great! Went to the recipes to make a buy list- for the mushrooms, I think you meant fennel instead of red pepper flakes? I will likely use both now 😄 Thank you!

[@NikkiVegan]

Thanks for the heads up! It’s all updated now! Somehow an earlier draft was published but it’s fixed. Thanks again ❤️❤️

[@jefferyalexandre5901]

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[@plantbasedsenior4240]

If I can get the puff pastry, want to try the mushroom appetizer.

[@NikkiVegan]

I put a modification in the recipe if you can’t find puff pastry! I hope it’s helpful ☺️❤️

[@innocentspectator2678]

It was cold out there 2day🥶, how was ur day

[@lisavisone1735]

I will need to find a gf puff pastry. I want to make the mushroom pastry. Where can we find the recipes?

[@NikkiVegan]

Hey Lisa! Here's the recipe nikkivegan.com/savory-vegan-puff-pastry-tarts/ You can always find the recipe under the video in the description box and on nikkivegan.com 😊😊 I hope you enjoy! Can't wait to hear what you think ❤️

[@michelleamatulle6378]

Is it possible to sub the cashews or leave them out altogether? Nut allergy.

[@NikkiVegan]

Yep! I linked a nut free sauce option in the blog post and a way to swap out the walnuts ☺️ Link’s in the description box! Hope you enjoy ❤️❤️

[@thecatlady3501]

When you say the “unsulfered“ apricots, does that mean they do not have preservatives?

[@NikkiVegan]

Yep, the sulphur is mainly a preservative. I like both kinds. I find that the unsulphered kind are a little sweeter...more honey-like...and the sulfured are a bit more tart 😊

[@reneewolosion785]

Could you use lentils? I ‘m not really a mushroom fan

[@NikkiVegan]

Yep! That would be great 😊

[@reneewolosion785]

@@NikkiVegan So touched that you responded thanks so much! 💗

[@JeromeKahele]

@NikkiVegan those pastry apps look like trouble!

[@NikkiVegan]

Haha thank you! They’re so yummy

[@larryestrada5418]

Looks great but there are no measurements.?

[@NikkiVegan]

The full recipes are in the description box ☺️ Hope you enjoy!

[@lovelyoldmusic]

Hi Nikki, I don't know if you'll ever see this comment but I just wanted to say a huge thank you for this video. I'm going to make it for my friend's Boxing Day brunch this Sunday and I just practiced making it at home by myself. For 3+ years, I have been holding this narrative in my heart that "I am a bad cook". I believed this about myself because I tried making lunch for my ex boyfriend and he hated it, he threw it in the trash right in front of me. I was made to feel so much shame about myself, that experience traumatized me and I've never had the confidence to cook for people ever since. So I was SO nervous to even practice this dish, I memorized it and watched this video almost every day this week just to mentally prepare for making the recipe. I visited your webpage dozens of times just to reread the instructions over and over again. WELL, I just made it and it was DELICIOUS. I am SO proud of myself and I CANNOT WAIT to cook for my friends this Sunday. You have restored my faith in myself and made me begin my healing journey to fall back in love with cooking. I know this might sound overdramatic but its true. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@NikkiVegan]

Oh wow! This is one of the most special comments I've ever read. I'm THRILLED for you and SO proud! Remember, even "good cooks" make bad food sometimes. I do allll the time. Cooking, like with most things in life, is not about perfection. Keep being brave and believing in yourself. Don't be afraid to fail, just learn from the "failures" and try again. You got this 😊😊 Sending you love and a big hug! Congrats again!!!