Hosting or attending a gathering? Don’t show up empty-handed! Share one of these incredible party appetizers and watch them disappear.
When you’re hosting a gathering (or even attending one), having a good selection of appetizers available for the guests is essential.
Appetizers are the best food for parties because they’re so easy to grab and go and eat while visiting with people. Almost any of your favorite dishes can be transformed into appetizers as you’ll likely see in this list of ideas.
The Most Delicious Party Appetizers
Are you tired of the same old appetizers at get-togethers? Take your party game up a notch with these 18 fail-proof party appetizers.
You’ll be the “hostess with the mostess’ for sure! (people still say that, right?)
And while you’re here, don’t forget to check out 17 More Irresistible Party Food Ideas!
Individual 7-Layer Dips
I’m sure I’m not the only one who’s grossed out when folks double-dip, right? Eliminate that problem once and for all by giving all party-goers their own individual dip cups. You (and they) will this recipe for 7-layer dip!
Yogurt-Dipped Frozen Grapes
We’ve long loved frozen grapes, but here’s another to try that’ll be popular with kids and adults alike. Dip grapes in yogurt and crushed nuts and then freeze them.
Delicious sweet treats with only a few calories…we call that a win!
Pizza Cheese Dip
Everyone loves pizza, so pizza dip is a no-brainer. Serve it with chips or toasted bread. This party appetizer is so good it will disappear faster than you can replenish it.
Video: Easiest Fancy Appetizer – Pull Up Bread
If you ever thought that appetizers were difficult to make, you’ll change your mind once you watch this short video. Making Pull Up Bread couldn’t be easier (or more yummy)!
Crispy Ravioli Appetizers
You have never tried crispy ravioli, you are missing out. And look how cute these individual portions are when served in spoons. Pretty and tasty – perfect for a party!
Melon Ball Ice Cubes
Melon ball ice cubes are fabulous in clear frozen drinks, but they’re pretty tasty as appetizers, too! If you need a fresh option to add to your party appetizers, give these frozen melon balls a try.
Creamy Chicken Enchilada Roll-ups
Creamy Chicken Enchilada Roll-ups are the perfect finger food for any party. I kid you not – guests will gobble these things up, so make more than you think you need.
Baked Ham and Cheese Roll-ups
Speaking of roll-ups, Baked Ham and Cheese Roll-ups are very popular, too. The combination of crescent dough, Boar’s Head SmokeMaster™ Black Forest Ham, swiss cheese, and finally, topped with a delicious mustard glaze is out of this world yummy.
Pizza Pinwheels
Hosting a kid-friendly party? You can’t miss with pizza pinwheels. Even adults will love them.
Made with soft, homemade dough with delicious toppings inside and melted cheese on top, these will be your favorite appetizer (or weeknight meal)!
Stuffed Mushrooms
My favorite appetizer is Stuffed Mushrooms. And this easy recipe for mushrooms stuffed with cream cheese and sausage is always a potluck favorite. Plus it’s low-carb and Keto-friendly – what’s not to love?
Our family certainly thinks it’s one of the best party appetizers.
Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
Spice up the party with Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos. They’re baked and stuffed with salsa verde, cheddar, and cream cheese for more flavor. Plus, they’re low carb, too, so bonus points for being diet-friendly!
Mini Taco Bites
Bite-sized appetizers are probably my favorite – they’re cute and super easy to serve. They’re perfect for eating when you’re walking around socializing!
Bonus: These appetizers are so easy to put together that little helpers can help assemble them.
Bacon Jalapeno Deviled Eggs
These aren’t your mama’s deviled eggs. Take basic deviled eggs to the next level with this recipe. Bacon Jalapeno Deviled Eggs pack a serious kick to your taste buds and will fly off the serving dish!
Sausage Balls
Sausage Balls are the perfect savory appetizer bites for a party. They disappear so quickly! Make some with mild sausage and some with spicy to suit different palates.
Need easy party prep? This easy party appetizer can be frozen before or after baking to make getting ready ahead of time a snap.
Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Instead of traditional meatballs, try Buffalo Chicken Meatballs for a new twist. They make the perfect appetizer for any party or get together, and you can decide whether to use more or less sauce to change the spiciness!
Mozzarella Cheese Bites
These mozzarella bites couldn’t be easier. Cut string cheese sticks into bite-sized pieces, roll in a breadcrumb mixture, and deep fry. Seriously, make these for your next get together.
Taco French Bread Pizza
Taco French Bread Pizza is a delicious dinner, but it can easily be turned into an appetizer to feed a crowd by simply cutting it into small pieces. Doesn’t it look incredible?
Mini Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball Bites
Instead of one big cheese ball, try Mini Ranch Bacon Cheese Ball Bites. No one has to stand in line for the cheese ball and crackers!
Plus, they’re loaded with everyone’s favorite ingredients, and they are incredibly simple to make.
Related Post: 15 Crowd-Pleasing Cheese Ball Recipes for Your Next Party
Bacon Cheeseburger Dip
You’ve probably noticed bacon in a lot of our picks here, right? We love bacon (what’s not to love?)!
Our final favorite appetizer is this Bacon Cheeseburger Dip. It’s cheesy, creamy, full of cheeseburger goodness – and bacon!
There you go! From individual dip cups to sausage balls to deviled eggs and more, this list of easy party appetizers is so diverse that you can’t help but find a new favorite recipe to make.
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