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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    Chicken Crescent Wreath

    33 reviews

    Here's an impressive-looking dish that's a snap to prepare. Even when my cooking time is limited, I can still serve...


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    Christmas Meatballs

    19 reviews

    Cranberry sauce and brown sugar create a tangy glaze for moist meatballs that are good Christmas appetizers or


    Cream Cheese Ham Roll-Ups

    9 reviews

    Green onions and ripe olives give lively flavor to these bite-size appetizers from Kathleen Green of Republic, Missouri. "They're quick...


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    Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip

    29 reviews

    If you like spice, you'll love this slow-cooker Buffalo chicken dip. It's super cheesy and full of rich flavor, and...


    Salsa Roja

    2 reviews

    With the help of my food processor, I can have fresh homemade salsa ready in just 15 minutes. The lime...


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    Chili-Lime Roasted Chickpeas

    8 reviews

    Looking for a lighter snack that's still a crowd pleaser? You've found it! These zesty, crunchy chickpeas will have everyone...


    Apple-Pecan Baked Brie

    3 reviews

    As family arrives for a get-together, I make sure this fruity and savory Brie is in the oven so the...


    Shrimp Pizza

    1 review

    Our home economists lightened Susan LeBrun’s savory pizza to make it a bit healthier. Topped with fresh shrimp and melted...

    Mini Zucchini Pizzas

    7 reviews

    This simple snack is the perfect, low-carb way to satisfy your pizza cravings. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen


    Special Stuffed Strawberries

    8 reviews

    These sweet bites can be made ahead of time, and they look really colorful on a tray. I will sometimes...


    Sweet-and-Sour Chicken Wings

    6 reviews

    These slow cooker wings are a fun appetizer for gatherings. I sometimes like to serve the saucy chicken over rice...


    Sweet ‘n’ Tangy Chicken Wings

    31 reviews

    I love the convenience of slow-cooker recipes for get-togethers. Start these sweet and sour chicken wings a few hours ahead...


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    Pork & Vegetable Spring Rolls

    2 reviews

    I thought rice paper wrappers would be a quick, fun way to put salad ingredients into a hand-held snack or...


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    Meat Loaf Muffins

    14 reviews

    Serve these tangy meat loaf muffins for dinner or slice them up for a take-along sandwich lunch. They're just as...


    Mini Pizza Muffin Cups

    I just baked these mini pizzas and the kids are already demanding more. The no-cook pizza sauce and refrigerated dough...


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    Pizza Dip

    9 reviews

    You can assemble this easy appetizer in a jiffy. The pizza dip goes very fast, so you may want to...


    Buffalo Chicken Tenders

    2 reviews

    These buffalo chicken tenders get a spicy kick thanks to homemade sauce. They taste like they're from a restaurant, but...

    Cream Cheese Clam Dip

    6 reviews

    My husband and his brother operate a 400-cow dairy farm, so we enjoy many foods featuring an assortment of dairy...


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    Buffalo Chicken Dip

    229 reviews

    This is the best Buffalo chicken dip recipe! Whenever I bring Buffalo dip to a tailgate or potluck, everyone asks...


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    Amazing Mac & Cheese Pizza

    1 review

    I love pizza, and I love macaroni and cheese. After lots of experimenting, I figured out a wonderful way to...


    Pork & Chive Pot Stickers

    2 reviews

    Here's my top make-ahead appetizer. They are a lot more nutritious than the ones you get at a restaurant. My...


    Guacamole

    23 reviews

    This is one of our favorite spicy snack food recipes, and it's quick and easy to prepare when friends drop...


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    Pizza Monkey Bread

    22 reviews

    I cannot throw a party without making this recipe. It's fast and easy, and my kids love it. —Courtney Wilson,...

    Marina’s Golden Corn Fritters

    4 reviews

    Just one bite of these fritters takes me back to when my kids were young. Nowadays for our get-togethers, I...


    Bacon-Cheddar Potato Croquettes

    3 reviews

    Instead of throwing out leftover mashed potatoes, use them to make this potato croquette recipe. The little baked balls are...


    Honey and Ale Pulled Chicken Sliders

    4 reviews

    Score big with your guests with a little bit of sweet heat! This recipe works well for a football party—the...


    Crowd-Pleasing Party Meatballs

    8 reviews

    We served this scrumptious dish at our wedding. It went over so well that it’s been served at other weddings...


    Portobello Pizzas

    2 reviews

    Portobello mushroom caps are the creative "crust" in this upscale spin on pizza. I also cut the caps into wedges...


    Slow-Cooker Crab & Green Onion Dip

    4 reviews

    This creamy dip reminds me of my dad, who took us crabbing as kids. Our fingers were always tired after...