Appetizers

This round-up of favorite appetizer recipes makes it easy to find the perfect hot, cold, or easy party pleaser. Get inspired!

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    Taco Dip

    I wanted to spice up a traditional taco dip recipe, so I added cayenne pepper for some heat and fresh lime juice for a refreshing taste. To make it different, I also layered this taco dip with a few surprises like lettuce, olives, tomatoes and cheese. Try adding diced avocados to the toppings for a creamy addition! —Lynn Vogeler, Port Barrington, Illinois

    Bacon Cheddar Potato Skins

    33 reviews

    Wondering how to make potato skins taste great? I top my restaurant-worthy loaded potato skins with cheese, bacon and a...


    Our All-Time Best Cheese Dip Recipes

    Hands down the biggest hit at the party, our top-rated cheese dip recipes will please any crowd.


    Slow-Cooker Cheese Dip

    10 reviews

    I brought this slightly spicy cheese dip to a gathering with friends and it was a huge hit. The spicy...


    Dreamy Fruit Dip

    11 reviews

    Everyone will love this thick cream cheese fruit dip. Serve it alongside apple wedges, pineapple chunks, strawberries and grapes. —Anna...

    Best Dip Recipes for a Crowd

    From spicy taco dip to creamy spinach dip, these potluck dip recipes are ready to party. Each recipe serves 12...


    Crab Dip

    Made with lump crab meat, Old Bay seasoning, cream cheese and chives, this baked crab dip makes the perfect appetizer!...

    Queso Dip

    Thick, cheesy and creamy, this queso is perfect for dipping. I use mild chilis and salsa, but if you like...


    Ranch Dip

    Flavorful and easy to make, this ranch dip is perfect for sharing with family and friends. Pair it with veggies,...


    Pimento Cheese

    I love pimiento cheese, but I've never made my own—this was a fun challenge! Serve cold on crackers or sandwiches....


    Rotel Dip

    Creamy, delicious and made with only four ingredients, this Rotel dip is an absolute showstopper. It gets a bit of...

    French Onion Dip

    2 reviews

    I created this amazing French onion dip from a shopping mishap and ended up with a richly flavored concoction that...


    Crispy Buffalo Wings

    Coating the wings with baking powder helps crisp them up in the oven. Use baking powder, not baking soda, for...


    Blood Orange Margarita

    When blood oranges appear at the grocery store, there's a rush to use them anywhere and everywhere. They are particularly...


    Gefilte Fish

    Gefilte fish is usually served at Passover seder before the main meal. It goes great with spicy horseradish. Don't forget...


    Zucchini Sushi

    Zucchini "sushi" is a fun, low-carb play on traditional sushi, using zucchini ribbons in place of nori. With flavors reminiscent...

    Grilled Herbed Olives

    A few years ago, we hit the olive bar at our local grocery store and were amazed with the grilled...


    Copycat Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos

    Are you, like us, always craving Applebee’s chicken wonton tacos? Well, good news. We’re sharing our Test Kitchen-approved copycat recipe


    Copycat Domino’s Cheesy Bread

    What do cheddar, mozzarella and Romano cheeses all have in common? They’re baked to gooey perfection in Domino’s cheesy bread.


    Copycat Chipotle Queso

    From Chipotle’s “I know it costs extra” guacamole to fresh corn salsa, customers line up at the fast casual chain for burritos


    Copycat Sonic Onion Rings

    If you like Sonic's onion rings, you'll want to try this unique recipe using vanilla ice cream. —Taste of Home...


    Copycat Animal Style Fries

    Animal fries are messy, cheesy comfort food, an Americanized version of Canada's poutine. Be sure to allow enough time to...


    Smoked Salmon Dip

    Did you know that you can use salmon to make a great dip? There are plenty of ways to enjoy


    French Dip Sliders

    1 review

    If you ask me, the appetizers are the real winners at a game-day party. I mean, we all gotta eat—regardless


    Sushi Squares

    When I was pregnant with my last child, the only thing I wanted was sushi—but pregnant people aren't supposed to...

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    Stuffed Olive Spread

    This creamy spread can be served as an appetizer with crackers or slathered on a bagel. I've tried several combos...


    Hoisin Chicken Wonton Cups

    This is an easier take on the sesame chicken wonton tacos from Applebee's. I made these recently for the big...


    Fig Balsamic Walnut Flatbread

    With sweet figs, tangy balsamic and rich goat cheese, this is one of my favorite flatbread recipes. It's also delicious...


    Bacon, Blue Cheese & Fig Bruschetta

    This is my decadent, robust version of bruschetta. I like to serve it at parties, especially on New Year’s or...


    Peach Bourbon Shrimp

    After a whiskey tasting in Kentucky, I decided to create this shrimp recipe. Peach bourbon whiskey has notes of caramel,...