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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    Mixed Berry Pizza

    8 reviews

    The fresh fruit shines through in this colorful dessert pizza. It's also a tempting appetizer at parties because it's a...


    Hot Pepper Pleasers

    14 reviews

    Here's a real crowd-pleaser! The banana peppers pack a subtle punch, and the pepperoni adds spice. Have knives, forks and...


    Graveyard Veggie Pizza

    2 reviews

    Scare your guests with this delicious, yet good-for-you addition to your next Halloween party!—Taste of Home Test Kitchen


    Avocado Bean Dip

    4 reviews

    I love guacamole! But I add beans to boost the amount of fiber in this version. It has a texture...


    Hearty Broccoli Dip

    4 reviews

    You'll need just five ingredients to stir up this no-fuss appetizer from Sue Cal. "People often ask me to bring...


    Cordon Bleu Appetizers

    18 reviews

    “Looking for a cheesy snack with mass appeal? Adults and kids alike love these satisfying appetizers!”
    —Susan Mello, Jackson...


    Savory BLT Cheesecake

    7 reviews

    Did you know that cheesecake could be savory instead of sweet? Tomato and green onions mixed with cream cheese is...


    Four-Cheese Broiled Tomato Slices

    19 reviews

    My husband loves this recipe. It's a wonderful use for my garden tomatoes! —Jen Low, Buffalo, New York

    Pizza by the Scoop

    3 reviews

    "This tasty cold snack dip is one of my most-requested recipes and always pleases friends at get-togethers," relates Georgene Robertson...


    Sweet Barbecue Meatballs

    6 reviews

    The sweet, thick barbecue sauce clings to large tasty meatballs. This recipe is one of my favorites to take to...


    Cheese Asparagus Roll-Ups

    1 review

    These appetizers are easy to assemble, appealing and colorful, with a touch of paprika on top. They bake up crispy...


    Spinach Flatbreads

    3 reviews

    Instead of the same old side of garlic bread, serve up wedges of toasty, mouthwatering Spinach Flatbreads from Kristen Westbrook...


    Chicken Lettuce Cups

    6 reviews

    Adults and kids alike enjoy the make-it-yourself aspect of these festive appetizers. The mint and cilantro add so much flavor,...


    Cucumber Rolls

    4 reviews

    The fresh flavors of cucumber and smoked salmon are delicious, but it's the presentation here that will stop guests in...


    Mushroom-Stuffed Baked Brie

    2 reviews

    My husband loves sauteed mushrooms and I love brie, so I decided to experiment and see if I could create...


    Mediterranean Pizza

    3 reviews

    "Tangy marinated artichokes add flavor to both the crust and the topping of this delicious specialty pizza," says Pamela Brooks...


    Swiss Mushroom Loaf

    5 reviews

    I'm always prepared for recipe requests when I serve this outstanding stuffed loaf. It's excellent not only as an appetizer...

    Herbed Cheese Spread

    2 reviews

    This spread definitely lives up to its name. Flavored with six different herbss, it is one of the best cream...


    Saucy Cherry Meatballs

    2 reviews

    Water chestnuts lend a crunch to these moist ground beef and pork sausage meatballs. The baked bites are glazed with...


    Ghoulish Fingers

    3 reviews

    We serve this fun finger food at our annual Halloween party alongside sandwich rolls and condiments.—Marilee Davieau, Allentown, Pennsylvania


    Contest-Winning Orange Fruit Dip

    5 reviews

    I often take a platter of fruit and this dip to picnics, bridal showers and family events. Depending on the...


    Beer-Cheese Appetizers

    1 review

    Featuring kitchen staples like salsa, refried beans, sour cream and two types of cheese, this crowd-pleasing appetizer comes together faster...


    Cheesy Black Bean Quesadillas

    4 reviews

    “These savory bean and vegetable quesadillas are great for those who love Mexican flavors but can’t handle too much heat,”...

    Mini Party Burgers

    3 reviews

    We love finger foods in the South. For parties, I make mini burgers in advance and then wrap them in...


    Corned Beef Spread

    4 reviews

    This recipe comes from a friend, who loves to cook…just like me! The spread is always well received at parties...


    No-Yolk Deviled Eggs

    3 reviews

    "This lighter recipe still provides traditional deviled egg flavor and appearance," conveys Dottie Burton of Cincinnati, Ohio. "A mashed potato...


    Spinach Deviled Eggs

    1 review

    Spinach adds unexpected color and flavor to this tasty variation on deviled eggs. They're easy to make and are an...


    Sweet-Sour Deviled Eggs

    9 reviews

    Folks will be sweet on these appetizers when they try them! "My family doesn't like traditional deviled eggs—but they gobble...


    Cream Cheese Deviled Eggs

    7 reviews

    Peas and bacon give this traditional appetizer a nice little twist. A family favorite, these deviled eggs are always first...