These appetizers are a great way to start your next gathering. Most are pretty easy to throw together, but will take your party up a notch!
From party dips, to skewers, and light snacks, we’ve got them all.
Appetizers are served before a meal for many reasons but mainly because they take the edge off your guest’s hunger before the main meal arrives.
When served with drinks, appetizers are usually called hors d’oeuvres and are usually finger foods that can be eaten easily.
Search through these recipes to find the perfect nibble, light bite and starter with these killer crowd-pleasing recipes.
We offer some of the most popular finger foods here. Your friends will love our recipes for chicken wings, antipasto platters, and spicy crostinis.
With food, first impressions are everything and since appetizers are one of the first introductions to a meal you want it to be the best.
Whatever your taste, this group of appetizers has something for everyone.
Here are some of our favorite crowd-pleasing appetizer recipes to get things going. Why not try one for your next gathering?
These sweet-and-spicy oven-baked sticky chicken wings are a bold twist on classic wings. Coated in a tangy chutney glaze, these delicious wings caramelize perfectly with both white and dark meat. The glaze is made with lemon juice, soy sauce, chutney, and apricot jam to give it a sweet-savory flavor. These wings are perfect for game…
These honey garlic chicken wings are crispy, sticky, and packed with a sweet garlic and herb flavor. Perfect for game day parties or quick weeknight dinners, they bake in the oven in under an hour with minimal fuss. Toss the wings in a zesty herb seasoning mix, shake them in a bag, add the honey,…
These easy appetizer recipes are fun to eat and simple to prepare. My favorite kind of party is one where there are finger foods. I enjoy this either as the host or as the guest. Easy appetizers are a great way to start your party on the right foot and get your guests in a…
Roasted pumpkin seeds are a healthy and nutritious snack. They are filled with nutritional goodness and are very easy to prepare. They are a great project to do with the kids when pumpkins are in season. If you harvest pumpkins at the peak of ripeness and use spices while roasting them, the seeds taste amazing….
This recipe for cranberry pecan crostini appetizers is the perfect light bite to start any special gathering of friends. These snacks are nice to serve with drinks before dinner, and they also make a lovely starter to a meal when served on small plates with a light salad. Having a small bite-sized appetizer will start…
This Mexican pumpkin dip recipe will be the hit of your fall gathering. It is easy to make and is served in a pumpkin bowl. The dip looks great on a party table and is both practical and decorative. The bowl is easy to make. Just scoop out the pumpkin and seeds. Then make the…
I have put together a group of patriotic table decor ideas that can be done on a budget and in no time at all. They are perfect for both Memorial Day and the upcoming Fourth of July! We’ve all had that moment when our friends or parents decide to visit with no notice for an important…
Looking for easy appetizer ideas that will be a great start to a cocktail party, or a fancy dinner for special friends? This phyllo cup recipe with crab and cream cheese will delight the most discerning of guests. These little bites of goodness are super easy to make since they use frozen miniature tart shells. All…
This crostini appetizer recipe is simple to make. The delicate asparagus spears and distinct flavors of prosciutto and Gouda cheese will make your guests think you spent hours in the kitchen making them. The appetizers are the perfect choice for an easy drinks night. Are you having friends over for drinks any time soon? The right appetizer…
An antipasto platter is a delicious combination of cheeses, vegetables and meats, usually served with good wines. It’s a great way to start an evening with friends and is very easy to put together. The holidays are filled with opportunities to gather with friends. What better way to start a party than with an antipasto…
This colorful Healthy Antipasto Salad Recipe is super easy to make and sure to keep you full for hours. It’s made with Italian meats, Provolone cheese, and veggies tossed in a vinaigrette dressing ā itās truly amazing. And best of all – this is my healthy version. You can serve this Italian antipasto salad recipe…
The plate will be licked clean when you serve this mouth watering, zesty tandoori shrimp recipe. The taste is spicy and smoky from the delicious savory spice blend, with just a hint of sweetness that comes from a home made Whole30 ranch dressing. They are ready in far less than 30 minutes, with a fabulous…
These Roast Beef Wraps with cheese and roasted red peppers make a great party appetizer or fun lunch treat. I love quick and easy recipes that still look pretty and taste amazing. It’s even better if they are easy to prepare! Keep reading to find out how to make them. Time to make some Roast…
This S’mores trail mix reminds me of the ever popular camping treat, and the kids will just love it, so it makes a wonderful after school snack. August 31 is National Trail mix day. Time to make everyone’s favorite party snack. Trail mixes are easy to find in the stores, but they are also super easy…
If you are looking for a healthy, gluten free alternative to high carb wraps, try these tuna lettuce wraps. They are very tasty, packed with nutritious ingredients and so easy to make. I love that I can have several of them without breaking my calorie bank. You can’t say that with a normal wrap, can…
Try these no bake peanut butter energy bites. They are simple to make, ready in minutes and pack a nutritious boost with a taste that can’t be beat. Are you looking for a really easy to make and healthy snack that is both nutritious and super tasty? This is the recipe for you! These peanut…
If you are looking for a tasty appetizer to start off your next BBQ, you can’t go past this recipe for mango salsa and homemade tortilla chips. Summer is getting closer and that means that grilling season and get togethers are right around the corner. Keep reading to find out how to make both the…
One of my favorite things to do with my fiends when we entertain is to have a progressive dinner party. We go from one house to the next, with each friend contributing something to the dinner party menu. My blogging friends and I decided to have a Cinco de Mayo progressive dinner party online this…
This spicy bacon wrapped chicken bites recipe is perfect for Cinco de Mayo! My husband is a heat freak. He loves really spicy foods of all types and he believes hot sauce belongs in every recipe. Me…not so much. I like a bit of heat but not as much as he does. So, finding the…
This recipe for albacore tuna rice paper spring rolls rivals the ones my husband and I get at our favorite Thai restaurant. I love Asian inspired recipes. They are clean and full of healthy ingredients and so flavorful. They are light, crunchy and go perfectly with the sweet and spicy home made dipping sauce. These…
Follow my 30 tips for a great vegetable garden harvest, and you will be bringing in baskets of fresh vegetables all summer long this year. Do you have a great vegetable harvest, or is yours just so so this year? Summer is that time of the year when vegetables are starting to really show up in…
This recipe for vegetable spring rolls is perfect for your vegan friends but will also tempt the most ardent meat eater. I served them as a party appetizer recently, along with a table full of meat dishes and the dish was the hit of the party. Be sure to make the dipping sauce, it makes…
What fun my friends and my husband and I had this weekend with our Asian Dinner Party! I tried out some of my newest Asian recipes with our guests. We had a blast trying the new dishes, drinking wine and champagne, and generally enjoying each other’s company. Join us for an Asian Dinner Party The…
Don’t reach for the bag of tortilla chips! It’s time to make your own homemade tortilla chips and salsa. I have to admit it. I don’t have a lot of will power to resist the things that I love to eat. They always say, don’t trust a skinny cook. I guess it is safe to…
Are you looking for the perfect bite sized portions of your favorite recipes? The muffin tin recipes below make portion control a breeze. Muffin tins are not just for muffins anymore. There are loads of creative ways to use your ingredients and then cook them in a muffin tin. The finished recipe is a handy…
This 4 layer Mexican dip is very easy to make, but don’t let that fool you. The flavor is fantastic! The recipe combines jalapeƱ0 chilis with canned chili, and cream cheese. It’s topped with Mexican cheese and cooked in the microwave. If you need a quick party appetizer, this one fits the bill perfectly! Bring…