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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    Mexican Pizza

    6 reviews

    "My husband and I created the recipe for this hearty snack," relates Braham, Minnesota field editor Sandra McKenzie. "Our whole...


    Easy Hot Pizza Dip

    18 reviews

    I'm a busy stay-at-home mom with a 3-year-old son. I love this recipe because it's easy to prepare in advance...


    Ham Buns

    4 reviews

    These tasty sandwiches are a great way to use leftover ham. Friends with whom I've shared the recipe tell me...


    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...


    Sweet & Smoky Salsa

    1 review

    I love the roasted flavor that grilling gives food, so I decided to make a salsa from grilled vegetables. I...


    Lemony Bacon-Artichoke Dip

    6 reviews

    Move over, spinach-artichoke dip—bacon adds much more flavor. You might want to double the recipe because there are never any...


    Chicken Chili Wonton Bites

    4 reviews

    Everyone needs a surefire, grab-and-go tailgate or picnic recipe. Wonton wrappers filled with chicken and spices make flavorful bites for...


    Spider Sliders

    1 review

    We're always trying to do fun things with food to make meals memorable. Better grab one of these sandwiches before...

    Boo-rito Bites

    Halloween is one of my favorite holidays, and entertaining is one of my favorite things to do. My entire family...


    Fish Taco Bites

    3 reviews

    I think these appetizers are better than full-size fish tacos I’ve had as an entree. Enjoy the creamy salsa drizzle...


    Buffalo Chicken Empanadas with Blue Cheese Sauce

    2 reviews

    These little golden-brown pockets are fun to eat and feature the popular taste of Buffalo wings. Using rotisserie chicken and...


    Breadstick Pizza

    2 reviews

    Not only do refrigerated breadsticks lend a fun twist to pizza, but they make this dish a weeknight staple at...


    Buffalo Macaroni and Cheese Bites

    3 reviews

    In this vegetarian Buffalo-style appetizer, macaroni and cheese get heated up with Louisiana-style hot sauce, then breaded and baked. These...


    California Sushi Rolls

    5 reviews

    These taste as good as any restaurant or store-bought California rolls. Plus, this is one of the easiest sushi recipes...


    Jalapeno Poppers with Lime Cilantro Dip

    8 reviews

    Crispy and crunchy with a creamy filling, these little pepper bites always earn rave reviews. They're fit for any event,...


    Brie Appetizers with Bacon-Plum Jam

    2 reviews

    Among my friends I'm known as the pork master, because I love to cook just about every cut there is....


    Crispy Goat Cheese Appetizers

    1 review

    Want an amazing party starter? Coat slices of goat cheese with seasoned bread crumbs, fry them until golden-brown and top...

    Mango Guacamole

    I needed a change from the standard guacamole recipe, so I added mango for more sweetness. It really complements the...


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    Ham and Swiss Sliders

    116 reviews

    My next-door neighbor shared this ham and Swiss sliders recipe with me, and I simply cannot improve it! You can...


    Muffuletta Cheesecake

    2 reviews

    When I needed a party appetizer and couldn’t find a recipe I liked, I created my own. This...


    Thai Veggie Dip

    1 review

    This delicious dip is full of flavor, color and crunch, but not full of calories. There's mild sweetness from the...


    Cranberry-Pecan Brie Cups

    These appetizer cups are great for entertaining since you can make them ahead of time and refrigerate until you're ready...


    Walnut & Fig Goat Cheese Log

    Here's a simple spread that calls for only a handful of ingredients. The tablespoon of honey is optional, but I...

    Sage & Prosciutto Pinwheels

    3 reviews

    I love, love, love to make appetizers and I especially like this recipe because I can make the rolls ahead,...


    Chili Baked Brie

    2 reviews

    Chili and garlic powder shine in this cheesy loaf that’s best right out of the oven. It’s always a favorite...


    Onigiri (Rice Balls)

    Because Japanese rice balls are so easy to eat, they're often used in lunch boxes. Our Test Kitchen's onigiri recipe...


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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...


    Classic Hummus

    3 reviews

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


    Buffalo-Style Chicken Chili Dip

    4 reviews

    Longing for that Buffalo wing thing without the bones? This do-ahead dip freezes well in individual containers, so you can...