Small bites and starters

These appetizer recipes have transformed how I entertain because they're perfect for passing around or setting out on a table and what makes them really special is how they let people try lots of different flavors in small portions plus they're ideal for eating with your hands while enjoying drinks and conversation and I love how they create that relaxed atmosphere where people can mingle and snack while chatting which makes hosting so much more enjoyable for everyone including the cook and they're so versatile you can make them for any occasion from casual gatherings to fancy parties.

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Updated on Sat, 11 Jan 2025 22:29:29 GMT

A colorful assortment of snacks in glass bowls, including dried fruits, nuts, and various crunchy treats, arranged on a table.

Appetizers and Snacks

A bowl of meatballs glazed with a sweet sauce, topped with chunks of pineapple and garnished with green herbs.
Hawaiian Meatballs

Frozen meatballs slow-cooked in a sweet and tangy Hawaiian-style sauce with pineapple and fresh ginger. Great as appetizers or main dish.

A close-up view of a slow cooker filled with shiny meatballs and sausages in a thick, savory sauce.
Crockpot Meatballs and Smokies

A super easy slow cooker appetizer combining frozen meatballs and little smokies in a sweet and spicy grape jelly barbecue sauce.

A bowl of shiny, glazed meatballs garnished with chopped herbs.
Cranberry Meatballs

Frozen meatballs slow-cooked in a tangy cranberry-chili sauce mixture. An easy appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings.

A tray of rectangular vegetable flatbreads topped with a mix of broccoli, tomatoes, carrots, and cucumbers, garnished with cream cheese and herbs.
Fresh Veggie Pizza

A fresh and colorful appetizer pizza made with crescent roll crust, creamy herb spread, and topped with crisp fresh vegetables.

Three sliced pickles filled with a mixture of shredded chicken, diced onions, and herbs are displayed on a white plate.
Tuna Pickle Boats

Quick and easy tuna salad served in pickle boats - a perfect low-carb, gluten-free snack that requires no cooking and just 5 simple ingredients.

A baking dish filled with golden-brown rolls containing creamy filling and slices of green jalapeƱos.
Jalapeno Popper Crescent Rolls

Buttery crescent rolls filled with a spicy pepper jack and cream cheese mixture, perfect for parties or game day snacking.

A glass bowl filled with a creamy, orange cheese spread mixed with red pepper pieces.
Pimento Cheese

A creamy, tangy Southern spread combining sharp cheddar, cream cheese, and pimento peppers. Perfect for sandwiches or as a dip.

Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with Sauce
Sweet and Spicy Chicken Skewers

Tender chicken thighs marinated with spices, grilled to perfection, and topped with a creamy Bang Bang sauce. Perfect for BBQs and family gatherings!

Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip
Festive Appetizer

This Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip blends creamy cheeses with tart cranberries, creating a festive and flavorful appetizer for any occasion.

Butter Toffee Pretzels
Sweet Snacks

Sweet, buttery toffee covers crunchy pretzel snaps in this easy snack recipe, with added Heath bits and peanuts for extra texture and flavor.

A bowl of creamy dip topped with shredded cheddar cheese and herbs, surrounded by tortilla chips.
Cheddar Ranch Crack Dip

An incredibly addictive party dip combining sour cream, ranch, and cheddar cheese. Quick to make but needs time to chill for best flavor.

A white bowl filled with golden, crispy bite-sized pieces of fried food, garnished with parsley, accompanied by a small dish of dipping sauce.
Easy Popcorn Chicken

Bite-sized pieces of chicken coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs. This simple recipe makes restaurant-style popcorn chicken that's perfect for dipping.