Fuel the competitiveness of an adult game night with the perfect selection of fun and tasty game night food ideas.
56 Recipes Perfect For Game Night
Updated on Sep. 20, 2024
Hosting a game night and need food that’s just as fun as the games? Whether it’s casino night, board and arcade games night or family game night, these game night food ideas will fit any party theme. So grab your favorite adult party game or outdoor game, some chips and dips and get to winning!
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Best Ever Fried Chicken Wings
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
For game night snacks, I shake up these saucy wings. When I run out, friends hover by the snack table until I bring out more. When they ask me how to fry chicken wings, they never believe it’s so easy! —Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 87 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 218mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
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Bacon Pretzel Fury
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 pretzels
From the Recipe Creator:
I tried a bacon pretzel fury the last time I was at Busch Gardens, and afterward I ferociously tried to re-create it at home. I don’t live anywhere close to the amusement park, so this version curbs my hankerings when back in the Midwest. —Alvin Ciepluch, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 pretzel: 533 calories, 21g fat (9g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 1699mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein.
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Cheeseburger Nachos
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Cheeseburger nachos are the perfect game night food. Load them up with all the toppings or let everyone claim part of the platter that they can top with their faves. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 407 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 1082mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Flan in a Jar
Total Time
2 hours 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Spoil yourself or the people you love with these delightful portable custards. They’re a cute and fun take on the Mexican dessert classic. They’re a great game night food idea. —Megumi Garcia, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/3 cup: 224 calories, 10g fat (8g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 87mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
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Air-Fryer Sweet Potato Chips
Total Time
35 min
Servings
12 servings (1-1/2 cups dip)
From the Recipe Creator:
This air-fryer sweet potato chips recipe is so quick and easy. Be sure to give the sweet potato slices a quick soak in cold water to help remove some of the excess starch. —Elizabeth Godecke, Chicago, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup chips with about 2 tablespoons dip: 285 calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 217mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein.
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Italian Sub
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My Italian husband grew up eating this flavorful sandwich, which his mother used to make it after Saturday chores were finished. Put the sub together a few hours ahead and refrigerate, then serve with chips, veggies and dip for a delicious meal. —Christine Lupella, Fifty Lakes, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 340 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 1130mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein.
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Confetti Snack Mix
Total Time
10 min
Servings
7 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I’ve made this party mix for many years, and I usually double the recipe. It makes a delightful gift, and everyone always asks how I make it. —Jane Bray, Temple Terrace, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 125 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 98mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Old-Fashioned Lemonade
Total Time
15 min
Servings
7 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This sweet-tart lemonade is a traditional part of my game night menu. Folks can’t get enough of the fresh-squeezed flavor. —Tammi Simpson, Greensburg, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 142 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Fried Lemon-Pepper Wings
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These lemon-pepper wings are perfect for game day. Try these out if you’ve been stuck in a chicken wing rut. Add grated lemon zest to the butter mixture if you want a more pronounced lemon flavor. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 103 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 92mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
Before you move ahead also try these chicken wing sauce recipes that are simply irresistible!
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Pressure-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
If you like quick and easy recipes that are spicy, you’ll love this Instant-Pot Buffalo chicken dip. It’s super cheesy and easy. and it has that real Buffalo wing taste! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup dip: 173 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 502mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
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Easy Puppy Chow
Total Time
15 min
Servings
13 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This easy puppy chow recipe uses a whole package of cereal, so there’s less messy measuring. And it makes enough to feed a hungry crowd. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 229 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 146mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
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Mini Cheese Balls
Total Time
30 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These mini cheese balls are the perfect quick appetizer for any party. Roll them in toasted sesame seeds, fresh rosemary and/or paprika to add even more flavor. —J. Spivey, Ennice, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cheese ball: 47 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 61mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Pizza on a Stick
Total Time
30 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My daughter and her friends had fun turning sausage, pepperoni, veggies and pizza dough into these cute kabobs. Give our version a try or make your own using you favorite light pizza toppings. —Charlene Woods, Norfolk, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
2 kabobs with 1/4 cup sauce: 429 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 1337mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein.
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Fried Jalapenos
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s an appetizer that will heat up any gathering. Family and friends often request that I make these jalapenos. —DeLea Lonadier, Montgomery, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed jalapeno: 109 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 433mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Chocolate Chip Blondies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Folks who love the flavor of the classic cookie will enjoy that same great flavor in these chocolate chip bars. This blondie recipe can be mixed up in a jiffy, tastes wonderful, and is perfect for occasions when company drops by unexpectedly or you need a treat in a hurry. —Rhonda Knight, Hecker, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 blondie: 102 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 72mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Chili Queso Dip
Total Time
2 hours 20 min
Servings
40 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I’ve had this recipe for more than 42 years and have updated it from time to time. This is an easy game night food to whip up and everyone loves the taquito dippers. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup dip: 147 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 473mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
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Game-Night Nacho Pizza
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Some like it hot with jalapenos; others like it cool with a dollop of sour cream. But one thing’s for sure: This is “nacho” ordinary pizza night. —Jamie Jones, Madison, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 370 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 1103mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein.
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Gourmet Grilled Cheese with Date-Bacon Jam
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This sandwich doubles up on melty cheese, but the star of the show is the sweet and salty date-bacon jam. It makes for a truly grown-up version of grilled cheese. —Kathy Cooper, Tucson, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 572 calories, 33g fat (19g saturated fat), 97mg cholesterol, 1015mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein.
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Really Good Snack Mix
Total Time
55 min
Servings
about 7 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I grew tired of my family picking through a snack mix for their favorite ingredients and leaving the rest. So I experimented using only their most-loved mix-ins and came up with this recipe. Now there's never any left! —Lori Genske, Waldo, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 180 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 269mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch.
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Deep-Fried Candy Bars on a Stick
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Why wait in line at the state fair for deep-fried candy bars when you can satisfy your curious taste buds in your very own home? Be sure to make a lot—these novelties go fast! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 fried candy bar (calculated without confectioners' sugar): 136 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 130mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Turkey Pinwheels
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Need an awesome snack for game day? My kids love these easy four-ingredient turkey pinwheels. Go ahead and make them the day before—they won’t get soggy! —Amy Van Hemert, Ottumwa, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 pinwheel: 51 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 144mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Cheddar Bacon Beer Dip
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
4-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
My tangy, smoky dip won the top prize in our office party recipe contest. Other beers can work for this, but be sure to steer clear of dark varieties. —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 213 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 378mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
16 slices
From the Recipe Creator:
This is probably the most unusual “pizza” you’ll ever see! It’s a great dessert for kids, although adults snap it up, too. Everyone loves the chewy crust and the great flavor. Chocolate and peanut butter are a nice combination. —Bernice Arnett, Marshfield, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 220 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 42mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Grape Jelly and Chili Sauce Meatballs
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
The secret ingredient in this sassy sauce is the grape jelly. It's a sweet contrast with the chili sauce. —Irma Schnuelle, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 meatball: 106 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 313mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
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Deep-Dish Sausage Pizza
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandma made the tastiest snacks for us when we stayed the night at her farm. Her wonderful pizza, hot from the oven, was covered with cheese and had fragrant herbs in the crust. Now this pizza is frequently a meal for my husband, our family and me. —Michele Madden, Washington Court House, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 548 calories, 34g fat (14g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 1135mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein.
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Ginger Creme Sandwich Cookies
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
With a lemony filling, these spiced cookies go over big because they have old-fashioned, comfort-food appeal. Your game night guests will snatch them up! – Carol Walston, Granbury, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich cookie: 184 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 154mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Ground Beef and Pepperoni Stromboli
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 Stromboli (8 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I’ve made this delicious Stromboli many times. It is perfect when friends and family get together for game night and always satisfies big appetites. —Shelley Banzhaf, Maywood, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 268 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 467mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
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Miniature Corn Dogs
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 3-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Fun-sized corn dogs add a little “wow” factor to your classic game night foods. Kids and adults equally love them, so expect them to disappear fast. —Deb Perry, Bluffton, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 mini corn dog: 68 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 136mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Candy Bar Brownies
Total Time
45 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
The two kinds of candy bars baked into these brownies make them an extra-special treat. —Sharon Evans, Clear Lake, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 brownie: 121 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 73mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Ice Cream Cone Treats
Total Time
20 min
Servings
12 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with this recipe as a way for my grandkids to enjoy Rice Krispies treats without getting sticky hands. You can also pack the cereal mixture into paper cups and insert a wooden pop stick to create pops. —Mabel Nolan, Vancouver, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 174 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 142mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Havarti Turkey Hero
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is not your ordinary sandwich! Everyone loves the combination of chutney and chopped peanuts. I like to make this when I have company in the afternoon or at night after a game of cards. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 302 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 973mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
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Pinwheels and Checkerboards
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 dozen pinwheel and 4 dozen checkerboard cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom used to make these cookies every Christmas, and I still love them. They are so colorful...and you can get two kinds of cookies from one dough! They're perfect for including in gift boxes.—Jill Heatwole, Pittsville, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 45 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 43mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Mini Hot Browns
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's my take on the famous Hot Brown sandwich. Guests quickly saddle up for juicy turkey slices and crispy bacon piled on toasted rye bread and then topped with a rich cheese sauce. —Annette Grahl, Midway, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer: 98 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 246mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Layered Chocolate Marshmallow Peanut Butter Brownies
Total Time
50 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend gave me the recipe for these layered brownies, but I added my own touch–chunky peanut butter. Every time I take these to a game night, I get requests for the recipe. It’s a real crowd-pleaser! —Judy Sims, Weatherford, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 brownie: 189 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 125mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Apple-Gouda Pigs in a Blanket
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
For New Year’s, I used to make pigs in a blanket with beef and cheddar. But now I like apple and Gouda for an even better flavor celebration. —Megan Weiss, Menomonie, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer: 82 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 203mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Beef Stroganoff Sandwiches
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For an American take on classic Russian comfort food, we turn beef Stroganoff into a sandwich. It comes together fast, and our family devours it. —Alison Garcia, Beatrice, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 443 calories, 22g fat (11g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 1124mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein.
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Snickers Salad
Total Time
15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This creamy, sweet salad with crisp apple crunch is a real people-pleaser. It makes a lot, which is good, because it will go fast! —Cyndi Fynaardt, Oskaloosa, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 218 calories, 9g fat (6g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 174mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
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Pot of S’mores
Total Time
25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mom’s easy Dutch oven version of the popular campout treat is so good and gooey. The hardest part is waiting for this to cool so you can devour it. Yum! —June Dress, Meridian, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 584 calories, 28g fat (17g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 326mg sodium, 83g carbohydrate (47g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.
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Roasted Salsa
Total Time
25 min
Servings
32 servings (8 cups)
From the Recipe Creator:
Our family's all-time favorite salsa, this recipe is the reason we grow a huge garden every summer. We make gallons of it and share with our neighbors. You might find yourself eating it right out of the bowl with a spoon. —Donna Kelly, Orem, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 27 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 155mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable.
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Chicken Nachos
Total Time
35 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This chicken nachos recipe is delicious and so simple. Rotisserie (or leftover) chicken keeps it quick, and the seasonings and splash of lime juice lend fantastic flavor. My husband enjoys this snack so much that he often requests it for dinner! —Gail Cawsey, Geneseo, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 221 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 314mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
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Shortbread Cookie
Total Time
40 min
Servings
16 cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
With only a few ingredients, these butter shortbread cookies are so simple to prepare. —Pattie Prescott, Manchester, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 183 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Ghost Shortbread Cookies
Total Time
50 min
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Pac-Man was my favorite video game when I was growing up. For a party, I decided to get creative and shape my go-to sugar cookies into the ghosts from the game. —Jamie S, Regina, Saskatchewan
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Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My buffalo chicken quesadillas are filling enough to serve as a meal and versatile enough to win big points as a snack for game night. Feel free to sub in your favorite flavored tortillas. Or kick up the spice factor with pepper jack cheese instead of the Mexican blend. —Crystal Schlueter, Babbitt, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 quesadilla: 773 calories, 43g fat (22g saturated fat), 152mg cholesterol, 2354mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 7g fiber), 44g protein.
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Beer Margarita
Total Time
5 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm always surprised when people say they didn't know this drink existed. It's a really refreshing cocktail, and it's easy to double or triple the recipe. —Arianne Barnett, Kansas City, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 244 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 8mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Walking Tacos
Total Time
40 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These Walking Tacos are perfect for an on-the-go dinner, a campfire meal or an easy game-night supper. The ingredients go right into the chip bags! —Beverly Matthews, Richland, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving (calculated without toppings): 530 calories, 28g fat (6g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 1017mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 6g fiber), 24g protein.
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Candy Bar Cheesecake Brownies
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with these brownies as a way to use up my son's leftover Halloween candy. You can tint the cream cheese orange for a spooky touch. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grv, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 brownie: 282 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 233mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Ground Beef Taco Dip
Total Time
20 min
Servings
24 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
What’s a game night without taco dip? This version made with spicy ground beef and fresh toppings does not disappoint the die-hards. It is full of classic flavors and is a little extra filling for game night appetites. —Errika Perry, Green Bay, WI
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 116 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 378mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein.
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Cuban Pork Wraps
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Hot and juicy pork in tortillas may remind you of a Cuban sandwich with ham and cheese. We always include the pickles, of course. —Aimee Bachmann, Bellevue, WA
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 501 calories, 22g fat (8g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 1230mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 39g protein.
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Blue Cheese Potato Chips
Total Time
15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Game night calls for something bold. I top potato chips with tomatoes, bacon and tangy blue cheese. I make two big pans, and they always disappear. —Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 215 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 359mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Oven-Fried Pickles
Total Time
40 min
Servings
32 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
Like deep-fried pickles? You’ll love this unfried version even more. Dill pickle slices are coated with panko bread crumbs and spices, then baked until crispy. Dip them with ranch dressing for an game night food you won’t soon forget.—Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 pickle slice: 16 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 105mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Mustard Pretzel Nuggets
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This quick and fun snack is similar to the mustard pretzels you can buy at the store, but you can make it for a fraction of the price. It’s a killer recipe for all kinds of parties and game night gatherings. —Sarah Mathews, Ava Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 204 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 411mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Midwest Mary
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In the Midwest, Bloody Marys garnished with meats, cheeses and veggies are works of art. My beverage has skewers of bratwurst, cheese curds and dill pickles. —Kathryn Conrad, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calcuated without salt, pepper and garnishes): 124 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 349mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Cuban Sandwich
Total Time
2 hours 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you want a hearty sandwich that won't "overstuff" you, then the Cubano is for you. Tangy pickles, tender pork, savory ham, gooey melted Swiss cheese and a hint of mustard are layered between two toasty pieces of bread for the ultimate panini. —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 726 calories, 40g fat (16g saturated fat), 168mg cholesterol, 2153mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 54g protein.
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Rubies on Ice
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Ginger and pomegranate are made for each other, and the color of this beverage is tantalizing. If you're looking for a nonalcoholic option, you can easily leave out the vodka for a delicious and festive drink! —Tara Deshpande, New York, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 148 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 3mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls
Total Time
3 hours 35 min
Servings
16 egg rolls
From the Recipe Creator:
One of my favorite game night food ideas is this impressive buffalo chicken egg rolls appetizer. You can wrap the filling in egg roll wrappers and bake, or, for a bite-size version, use smaller wonton wraps. —Tara Odegaard, Omaha, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 egg roll: 174 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 716mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
