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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    Oysters Rockefeller

    9 reviews

    My husband and I are oyster farmers, and this classic Oysters Rockefeller dish always delights our guests. It's deliciously simple!...


    Cranberry-Brie Phyllo Triangles

    2 reviews

    A creamy fruit filling is tucked inside flaky phyllo dough in this special appetizer. One big batch never lasts long...


    Sweet ‘n’ Sour Appetizer Meatballs

    2 reviews

    Since a friend shared this recipe with me several years ago, I've fixed it many times. The tangy meatballs also...


    Maple Jalapenos

    7 reviews

    Craving something sweet with a little bit of heat? Try these creamy, sweet, hot and savory treats. One bite, and...


    Creamy Crab Toast Cups

    Seafood lovers are sure to enjoy these golden brown toasts filled with a creamy crab sauce. Using a muffin pan...


    Crispy Shrimp Cups

    4 reviews

    The perfect party food for passing, this stuffed wonton also lends itself well to crabmeat or mushroom fillings instead of...


    Spinach Dip in a Bread Bowl

    14 reviews

    When we get together with friends, I like to prepare this creamy spinach dip. It's a real crowd pleaser. —Janelle...


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    Fresh Veggie Pizza

    9 reviews

    There's no need to bring confetti to your next snack-time gathering. Just carry in this colorful veggie pizza that's topped...

    Dill Dip

    6 reviews

    Be prepared—you'll likely need to make a double batch of this delightful dill dip recipe. One batch is never enough...


    Pesto-Pepper Cheese Spread

    1 review

    I get tons of recipe requests whenever I bring this zippy spread to a party. Use convenient store-bought pesto or...


    Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

    5 reviews

    It's up to you how to enjoy this cocktail—eat it with a spoon as a chilled soup, or use tortilla...


    Spicy Chili Dip

    With chili powder, red pepper flakes and picante sauce, this dip has plenty of kick! I like to take it...


    Mexican Roll-Ups

    These tasty appetizers are perfect for parties and since they're little rolls, kids love them! —Leigh Thomas, Hahira, Georgia


    Lake Charles Dip

    Italian salad dressing mix gives this simply delicious dip its wonderful flavor. Serve it with fresh veggies or crackers for...


    Mini BLTs

    16 reviews

    Celery adds a nice crunch to these easy, delightful appetizers. They’re always popular at parties and get-togethers. —Elizabeth Borgemenke, Mason,...


    Roasted Red Pepper Tapenade

    4 reviews

    When entertaining, I often rely on my pepper tapenade recipe because it takes only 15 minutes to whip up and...


    Classic Hummus

    3 reviews

    We love hummus, and this version is really amazing. If you have a pressure cooker, this is an easy, tasty...

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    Garlic Cucumber Dip

    2 reviews

    Creamy and full of fresh flavor, this classic Greek cucumber dip is a great appetizer served with pita bread, crackers...


    Corned Beef Roll-Ups

    Instead of buying gifts for extended family members, we donate the money to a worthy cause, then exchange things we...


    Mini Crab Cakes

    Fresh crab is one of my all-time favorite foods so whenever I get the chance to cook with it I...


    Dirt Balls

    Dill and garlic go well with the tang of feta in this cheese ball...in fact, I think it tastes like...


    Garlic Artichoke Dip

    Not only is this chilled dip delicious and lower in fat, but it also offers easy make-ahead convenience. —Lisa Varner,...


    Cold Pizza Dip

    My sisters and I each have our specialty recipes, and this is mine. Make the recipe your own by adding...

    Crab Rangoon Cheese Ball

    9 reviews

    My whole family loves crab rangoon, so I wanted to come up with a healthier version—no deep frying! Word of...


    Mini Beef Tourtieres

    Here's a twist on the traditional tourtiere recipe. Ground beef replaces pork, and cream cheese pastry takes the place of...


    Seasoned Crab Cakes

    4 reviews

    At the National Hard Crab Derby in Crisfield, Maryland, these scrumptious crab cakes won me first place. I entered them...


    Six-Layer Dip

    1 review

    Tortilla chips make great scoopers for this dip, which is a family favorite after we open Christmas gifts. Sometimes I...


    Cheesy Onion Roll-ups

    6 reviews

    These roll-ups are very fast to fix. You can make them ahead and keep them wrapped in the refrigerator until...


    Easter Bunny Cheese Spread

    5 reviews

    FOR an Easter party at our church, I created this fun rabbit centerpiece from a cheese ball recipe. My children...