Appetizers

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

Add Filter

    Tout icon

    Cucumber Party Sandwiches

    7 reviews

    This is one of my favorite appetizers. We have lots of pig roasts here in Kentucky, and these small sandwiches...


    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...


    Seafood Cakes with Herb Sauce

    2 reviews

    I live near the ocean and have a wide variety of seafood available to experiment with in recipes. This one...


    Spicy Beef Satay

    The fragrant spices and full flavors of North African cuisine make these appetizers a popular party food.


    Mini Chicken Empanadas

    3 reviews

    Refrigerated pie crust makes quick work of assembling these bite-sized appetizers loaded with chicken and cheese. I've made them several...


    Pear Mushroom Strudels

    5 reviews

    Guests may raise their eyebrows when you tell them the ingredients in this special appetizer. But after one taste, they're...


    Caramelized Onion Spinach Dip

    2 reviews

    A yummy spinach dip is at the top of nearly everyone’s list of favorite party foods. I make it extra...


    Bee My Honey Fruit Dip

    1 review

    Orange, cinnamon and nutmeg round out this creamy spiced dip. I serve it with apples, pineapple and strawberries. —Carol Gillespie,...

    Beer Dip

    147 reviews

    Ranch dressing mix flavors this easy dip packed with shredded cheese. It's perfect paired with pretzels. Be forewarned, though—it's hard...


    Strawberry Salsa

    2 reviews

    This deliciously different salsa is versatile, fresh-tasting and colorful. People are surprised to see a salsa made with strawberries, but...


    Avocado Salsa

    25 reviews

    I was planning a party and thought it might be fun to try a different kind of avocado salsa. This...


    Fresh Peach Mango Salsa

    9 reviews

    This colorful, freshly-made salsa tastes wonderful on fish tacos. The garlic and veggies nicely complement the peach and mango flavors.—Marina...


    Tout icon

    Homemade Mexican Salsa

    12 reviews

    In the summertime, I love to make this easy, zippy homemade salsa recipe with fresh tomatoes from my garden. I...


    Caprese Skewers

    31 reviews

    Trade in the usual veggie platter for these fun kabobs. In addition to preparing these for get-togethers, I often make...


    Tout icon

    Easy Cheese Straws

    11 reviews

    The five ingredients in this cheese straws recipe transform into long, crisp cracker sticks. The hand-held snacks make for easy...


    Tout icon

    Homemade Guacamole

    42 reviews

    I always judge a Tex-Mex restaurant by its guacamole. And although it's simple to prepare, it can go wrong oh,...


    Mango Pineapple Salsa

    10 reviews

    This fruit salsa served with tortilla chips is great for summer barbecues. It can also be served alongside fish and...

    25 Salsa Recipes for Every Kind of Chip

    From sweet to spicy, salsa is one of the most versatile dips around. Here's 25 salsa recipes for every mood,...


    Here’s the Best Bread for Your Favorite Spreads

    Crackers aren't the only thing you can serve with spreads or dips. Mix it up and try one of our...


    Tout icon

    48 Impressive Valentine’s Day Appetizers

    We know that the key to anyone's heart is food. Show off your cooking skills this year with these Valentine's...


    35 Quick and Easy Appetizers That Start With Puff Pastry

    Party planning just got a lot easier (and a lot tastier) with these quick puff pastry appetizers.


    19 Ring-Shaped Recipes to Make for Your Olympics Viewing Party

    Get in the Olympics spirit with these ring-shaped recipes! Simply whip up a few and arrange in the Olympic symbol...


    33 Tapas Recipes for Your Next Cocktail Party

    These Spain-inspired tapas recipes are dressed to impress—just like your guests. Fresh takes on seafood, rustic veggies and cheesy bites...

    29 Recipes to Bring to Bible Study

    Munch on snack mixes, dips, bars and cookies while you meet with your church pals.


    Tout icon

    12 Tea Sandwich Recipes

    From cute little tea sandwiches to fancy finger sandwiches, these small bites are perfect for your next baby or bridal...


    49 Easy Cheese Appetizers for a Crowd

    Bring an appetizer everyone will love. These super cheesy dips, spreads and finger foods are the ultimate way to start...


    47 Brilliant Recipes for Food on a Stick

    Skewer, kabob and thread your way through summer with recipes for breakfast, snacks and dinner—all served on a stick.


    15 Perfect Pretzel Recipes

    Whether store-bought or made-from-scratch, these pretzel recipes are worth savoring.


    Tout icon

    32 Vegetarian Finger Foods

    Get ready to be crowned hostess with the mostess. From stuffed mushrooms to cheesy bread, these vegetarian finger foods might...