We’re excited to share our current favorite easy appetizers, the ones we can’t get enough of right now. Simple to make and great on taste, these are the 20 recipes we’re turning to whether we’re hosting friends or just treating ourselves at home. They’re our top picks for straightforward, great-tasting snacks that promise big flavor with minimal effort.
Whipped Feta with Honey Dip
This Whipped Feta with Honey Dip is extra easy to make and a perfect party appetizer option. It comes together with minimal effort in just 10 minutes and is delicious, impressive, and memorable.
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Chili Cheese Dip
This Chili Cheese Dip is filling, flavorful, and comes together in just 30 minutes. Made with straightforward ingredients and baked in the oven, it’s a great option for serving at parties and events.
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Sausage Balls with Cream Cheese
Whether it’s game day or a casual get-together, these bites are the perfect homemade appetizers you probably haven’t tried yet. They are extra easy to make, require minimal and straightforward steps, and bake right in the oven for convenience. Ready in 30 minutes, they’re a great pick for serving a big group, keeping everyone happy and full.
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Parmesan Crusted Potatoes
These Parmesan Crusted Potatoes are exactly what you need when for your party spread. Easily made with ingredients you probably already have, these potatoes are crispy, flavorful, and filling. Ready in less than an hour, they’re perfect for hosts looking for something simple but impressive.
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Halloumi Fries
These are not your average fries. Halloumi cheese is the main ingredient of this recipe and is known for its high melting point, allowing it to be baked, grilled, or fried without melting or losing its shape. Ready in 25 minutes, these fries are a fantastic last-minute choice for any party menu. Make these when you want to serve something a little different without spending too much time in the kitchen.
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Taco Dip with Cream Cheese
This flavorful and no-cook taco dip is a must-try for your next gathering. The base layer is made with a simple combination of cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning and then is topped with lettuce, tomatoes, olives, and shredded cheese. Ready in 15 minutes, it’s perfect for last-minute parties and an effortless appetizer that all your guests will love.
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Loaded Zucchini Boats
This simple but impressive appetizer is a fun take on the classic loaded potato skins. Zucchini boats are filled with all the good stuff like bacon, shredded cheese, and sour cream and then baked in the oven until golden. Serve these flavorful and cheesy boats on a serving platter, or enjoy them straight from the baking sheet for casual gatherings.
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Jalapeño Cranberry Dip
Ready in just 15 minutes, this dip combines the heat of jalapeños with the tartness of cranberries. This dish is a great way to surprise your guests with a flavor combination they might not have tried before. It’s a simple yet standout choice for any fun occasion that goes well with so many different snacks.
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Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
These Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are an impressive, flavorful, and memorable appetizer. Made with straightforward ingredients, they can easily be prepared ahead of time for stress-free hosting.
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Jalapeño Spinach Artichoke Dip
Featuring a mixture of parmesan cheese, sour cream, spinach, artichoke hearts, jalapeños, and a few other ingredients, this easy appetizer is a great way to impress and make your menu stand out with minimal effort. It’s easy, quick, and perfect for when you need something impressive but simple to prepare.
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Poppers
Expect these savory poppers to be gone once you serve them. Ready in just an hour, this appetizer features chicken, bacon, egg, cheese, and spices, formed into balls and then baked until golden. They also store well in the freezer, so you can make them beforehand. Perfect for those times when you want to impress without the all-day kitchen commitment.
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Bacon Wrapped Mini Peppers
Anything with bacon makes for a great appetizer. Reminiscent of bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers, this uses mini sweet peppers, which are filled with cream cheese, wrapped in bacon, and then baked to perfection. They’re the perfect mix of flavors and textures — sweet, salty, creamy, crunchy, and tender — making them a great choice for any occasion.
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Baked Tomatoes with Parmesan and Mozzarella Cheese
You can easily impress your guests with these cheesy baked tomatoes. Ready in under 30 minutes, juicy Roma tomatoes are topped with shredded Parmesan, shredded mozzarella, fresh herbs, dried seasonings, and a drizzle of oil before baking and then broiling to golden-brown perfection. They are perfect for both hectic or relaxed gatherings where you want to serve something warm and flavorful but also effortlessly impressive.
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Bacon Tomato Avocado Cucumber Boats
This recipe features fresh cucumber boats filled with a mix of cream cheese and avocado, topped with crispy bacon and tomato. Made with a few simple ingredients and will only require 10 minutes of your time, these boats are a quick, refreshing, and flavor-packed party app your guests will thank you for.
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Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders
Here’s a new take on the classic breakfast favorite. Hard-boiled eggs are turned into buns and filled with crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and mashed avocado. Ready in just 30 minutes, these sliders are guaranteed to make you and all your guests happy.
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Cucumber Tomato Bites
This appetizer is very easy to make, ready in 30 minutes, and uses simple pantry staples. All you need to do is stack the cucumbers, tomato, and cream cheese filling, and then you’re good to go. They’re just what you need for a simple, refreshing, and flavorful addition to your party spread.
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Zucchini Bites
If you’re looking for something easy — this appetizer is a great go-to. Packed with zucchini, Parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, and Italian seasoning, these bites are oven-baked for convenience and a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your appetizers. They’re a simple but savory option for hosts wanting to serve something new to their guests.
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Bacon-Wrapped Pickle Bites
Ready in 30 minutes with only five simple ingredients, these bites are a fun and easy choice for your next party. Featuring the salty and sour flavors of pickles with the saltiness of bacon, they’re a simple but memorable dish that will keep your guests coming back for more.
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Spicy Tuna Cucumber Boats
Ready in just 10 minutes, these boats are perfect for a last-minute party appetizer. Think fresh cucumber boats are stuffed with softened cream cheese and spoonfuls of tuna and then topped off with a sprinkle of Everything Bagel Seasoning, coconut aminos, and a drizzle of hot sauce. This appetizer is an excellent choice for a simple, flavorful, and light dish that will impress everyone.
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Mini Spicy Canned Salmon Patties
These mini patties are made with canned salmon spiced up with jalapeños and cayenne pepper. You can use any canned protein and customize the spice level to your liking. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re an easy and fun choice for hosts who want to add something impressive to their menu. Serve them with your favorite dips, and watch them disappear in a snap.
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