Traeger Holiday Recipes to Wow Your Guests

Traeger Prime Rib Roast

Smoked prime rib on the Traeger yields a tender, deeply flavored roast with a beautiful smoky crust. If you’ve made prime rib before, the Traeger simplifies the process while adding an extra layer of wood-fired character.

Traeger Smoked Beef Tenderloin

Easy to prepare and elegant to serve, smoked beef tenderloin is a holiday favorite. A light smoke lets the beef’s flavor shine while producing a beautifully seared exterior.

Traeger Smoked Turkey

Moist, tender, and gently smoky, a Traeger smoked turkey is an excellent alternative to oven roasting. The gentle heat and wood smoke lock in juices for an unforgettable holiday bird.

Traeger Smoked Spatchcock Turkey Recipe

Spatchcocking yields even cooking and shorter smoke times, producing juicy white and dark meat. This method is ideal when you want consistent results and crisp skin.

Traeger Surf and Turf Seafood Feast

Create an epic seafood and steak spread on the pellet grill. Combine shellfish, flaky fish, and prime cuts for an indulgent, celebratory meal made for sharing.

Pineapple-Glazed Double Smoked Ham

This double-smoked ham finished with a pineapple glaze is a classic crowd-pleaser. The Traeger adds subtle smoke that complements sweet and savory glazes perfectly.

Traeger Grilled Lasagna

Layered with hearty meat sauce, ricotta, cottage cheese, and plenty of mozzarella, grilled lasagna benefits from smoky depth and a bubbly, golden top when finished on the pellet grill.

Smoked Potato Stacks with Parmesan Cream Sauce

Thinly sliced potatoes layered and smoked until tender with edges that crisp, served with a rich Parmesan cream sauce. An elegant side that’s easy to prepare on the Traeger.

Smoked Loaded Baked Potatoes

Baked right on the pellet grill, these loaded potatoes become the best bakers—smoky skins, fluffy centers, and endless topping options make them a versatile side or casual main.

Traeger Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Rich, creamy mashed potatoes get a lift from roasted, smoked garlic. This decadent side is perfect for holiday dinners and pairs well with roasted meats and gravies.

Smoked Scalloped Potatoes

Comforting and cheesy, scalloped potatoes develop a deeper flavor when finished on the Traeger. Serve them as a crowd-pleasing side for any holiday spread.

Grilled Butternut Squash

Cooked with brown sugar and butter, grilled butternut squash offers savory-sweet balance. Scoop it from the shell or mash it for a cozy side dish that complements richer mains.

Traeger Thanksgiving Dressing

Traditional Thanksgiving dressing gets extra depth from the pellet grill. Cooking it on the Traeger frees up oven space while adding a pleasant smoky note to this beloved side.

Caesar Dressing Recipe

Homemade creamy Caesar dressing is savory and bright—an easy way to upgrade salads for holiday gatherings. Grill romaine briefly for a light char if desired.

Greek Salad

Bold flavors of olives, feta, cucumbers, and tomatoes with a homemade Greek vinaigrette make this salad a refreshing contrast to richer holiday mains.

Roasted Broccoli Casserole

Smothered in creamy sauce and topped with cheese, this roasted broccoli casserole turns a simple vegetable into a comforting holiday staple—even picky eaters will love it.

Traeger Smoked Deviled Eggs

Classic deviled eggs get a smoky upgrade on the pellet grill. They’re an easy, crowd-pleasing starter with subtle wood-fired flavor.

Smoked Black Cod Dip

This easy smoked black cod dip is creamy, flavorful, and ideal for sharing. It makes a sophisticated starter with minimal prep.

Traeger Smoked Cream Cheese

The viral smoked cream cheese trend is simple and addictive. Smoke a block of cream cheese for a delicious spread that’s perfect with crackers and veggies.

Double Smoked Artichoke Dip

A smoky, cheesy twist on classic artichoke dip that uses smoked cream cheese and roasted garlic for extra depth—perfect for winter gatherings.

Whipped Cranberry Goat Cheese

This whipped goat cheese spread topped with honey-sweetened cranberries is festive and versatile. Lightly smoking the cheese adds an extra layer of flavor.

Smoked Garlic Goat Cheese

Simple to prepare but elegant in taste, smoked garlic goat cheese pairs well with bread or crostini and makes an easy, impressive appetizer.

Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Fast, flavorful, and elegant—bacon-wrapped scallops get crisp and smoky on the Traeger, making them an ideal bite-sized starter for parties.

Traeger Grilled Clams

Serve grilled clams as a shared appetizer or pair them with pasta or rice for a casual seafood course. The Traeger enhances briny seafood with a subtle smoky finish.

Mignonette Sauce

A bright, tangy mignonette is the perfect accompaniment to raw oysters or shellfish. It’s an easy, fresh contrast to richer smoked items on your menu.