If you think that the appetizers are what gets a party off to the right start, then you aren’t alone! From cookouts to dinner parties to game days and movie nights, a great appetizer spread can get people eating, talking, and having a great time.
Can’t get enough of savory dips? You’ll want to dive right into loaded baked potato dip, homemade ranch dip, homemade french onion dip, and buffalo chicken dip.
Are small bites more your style? Load up the table with everything from deviled eggs and sausage balls to spinach artichoke bites.
Don’t forget sliders for game day! Whether you’re craving ham and cheese sliders, Philly cheesesteak sliders, or cheeseburger sliders, these tiny sandwiches are bound to be a hit.
Maybe cheese balls are more your style! Try a classic cheese ball recipe or go in with a twist with a goat cheese ball or mini cheese balls.
And don’t discount adding something sweet to the appetizer table! Folks will scramble to try out cream cheese fruit dip or s’mores dip. Plate them up alongside from fresh fruit and your favorite graham crackers or cookies and watch them disappear!
Give these appetizers a try at your next party, potluck, summer barbecue, or even date night in. You’re guaranteed to find your new signature recipe – that recipe that guests will ask you to make again and again!
This bacon ranch cheese ball is the best appetizer for any bacon fans! Serve this easy-to-make cheese ball with your favorite crackers for a snack that will disappear in a flash. I think everyone can agree that appetizers are some of the best foods, right? Maybe that’s why holiday parties and game day gatherings are …
These easy, cheesy meatball sliders are the perfect marriage between meatball subs and Hawaiian roll sliders. Whip these up with homemade meatballs or frozen meatballs for a weeknight dinner or a game-day snack. There’s finally a crisp chill in the air in the mornings and the leaves are starting to turn, so you know what …
These air fryer chicken tenders are crispy on the outside, moist on the inside, and so flavorful! Make them for dinner or freeze them for quick and easy meals later. The whole family will love these! This post contains affiliate links. I think that as soon as you become a parent, you become an expert …
Homemade meatballs are a must-make classic. Whether you use them for spaghetti and meatballs, meatball subs, or as an appetizer, these flavorful meatballs are a great addition to so many meals. This time of year, I love sharing easy dinner recipes that can get your family through those busy fall weeknights. I know that when …
Need a quick and easy weeknight dinner? Whip up this quick marinara sauce to go with pasta, on pizza, or use as a dipping sauce. It’s simple to make and has so many uses! I say this every single year, but it keeps being true: back to school season is absolutely bananas. Between meet the …
Buttery, crunchy, and sweet from plenty of cinnamon sugar, these cinnamon tortilla chips are the perfect partner for summery fruit salsa, ice cream, or any sweet dip. This post contains affiliate links. When I was in college, the Mediterranean restaurant that I worked at had a pretty long list of desserts ranging from Baklava to bakery-style …
A perfect blend of fresh fruit combines with strawberry jam and orange juice to create a deliciously sweet and summery fruit salsa. If there’s one thing about me that’s constant all summer long, it’s that I am going to overbuy fruit every single time I pass our local farm stand or even venture into the …
Pizza Sliders make it easy to have pizza night any night of the week! These simple Hawaiian roll sliders can be made with your family’s favorite pizza toppings for a meal that will put a smile on everyone’s face. This post contains affiliate links. We’re in that home stretch of the school year when it …
Buffalo Chicken Sliders are reminiscent of your favorite buffalo chicken dip, but in a hand-held slider form! These sliders have just the right amount of spicy buffalo sauce, melty cheese, and creamy ranch topped with a crispy bun. Make them for any get together and watch them disappear! My family loves Hawaiian roll sliders. I …
These classic deviled eggs are always a hit at any gathering. Make these for your next party or cookout and watch them disappear in the blink of an eye! This post contains affiliate links. Now that spring is here, I am finding myself dreaming of all of the warm-weather get-togethers. Brunches, cookouts, potlucks, I love …
This cheese ball recipe is a classic for a reason! This combo of cheese, green onions, pecans, and spices makes for the ideal centerpiece to any snack board. Now that the weather is getting warmer and we’ve made it through the time change, I feel like I am finally coming out of my winter hibernation …
S’mores Dip is always a party favorite! Dig into this combo of melty chocolate and gooey, toasted marshmallows with graham crackers, fruit, or your favorite cookies. I know that everyone tends to think about savory dips when they think of parties, but I think sweet dips are just as great for feeding dessert to a …
This hot Corn Dip is packed full of flavor from jalapeño, chile lime seasoning, and pepper jack cheese. Perfect for scooping up with tortilla chips, this dip will be a hit at your next gathering! Ever since my obsession with Mexican street corn salad a couple of summers ago, I’ve been thinking about ways to …
Made with frozen bread dough, this Pepperoni Bread is an easy and fun recipe to make. Serve it as an appetizer or as an entree alongside a big salad for a fun take on pizza night. You know I love breads like classic parker house rolls, but I especially can’t resist stuffed breads like cheesy …
This hot Spinach Artichoke Dip is rich, creamy, and cheesy, baked with a buttery panko topping for extra flavor and texture. This homemade version is sure to rival even your favorite restaurant’s dip! This post is sponsored by Challenge Butter. Thank you for continuing to support the brands that make My Baking Addiction possible. Confession: …
Cheesy, spicy, and so cravable, this Spicy Sausage Dip is sure to disappear in the blink of an eye from any game-day spread! I have been making this spicy sausage dip for years. The recipe was given to me by a co-worker back when I was teaching school. She brought it to a work potluck …
A good chip dip is a must for any game-day spread. This Loaded Baked Potato Dip is filled with all of the ingredients that go on top of a baked potato and is delicious with potato chips or even waffle fries! You know I love a good chip dip. My buffalo chicken dip is a …
Sausage Balls are savory, cheesy, and dippable, perfect as an appetizer or as part of a game-day spread! Make them with store-bought or homemade Bisquick mix. If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a million times – I am not into football – at all. But what I am into is snacks and I …
Spinach Artichoke Bites use just two ingredients to make an incredibly easy appetizer! These bites are perfect for a holiday party or even adding to a game-day spread. If you happened to see my recipe for the Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Ball, you may remember me mentioning that my neighbor got me hooked on the …
Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Ball is a flavorful addition to your holiday spread. Packed with tangy goat cheese, sweet dried cranberries, pecans, and green onions, this cheese ball is sure to be a hit at any gathering! A few weeks ago, my friend Heather gave me a little tub of goat cheese dip and a …
Philly Cheesesteak Sliders are a fun and easy weeknight dinner or game-day finger food! Get all the flavors of your favorite cheesesteak sandwich in a slider size. If you’re at all like me at this time of year, you’re probably searching for simple recipes that feed a small crowd. Whether it is a gathering of …
Looking for a sweet treat to go with the apples you gathered on your latest visit to the orchard? Whip up this super easy Toffee Apple Dip; made with tangy cream cheese and sweet toffee bits, this dip is the perfect pairing for crisp fall apples. Although we haven’t made our annual trip to the …
This classic Cream Cheese Fruit Dip is easy to make and delicious alongside fruit, diced pound cake, or even pretzels! Say hello to your new favorite way to eat summer fruit. This Cream Cheese Fruit Dip is the perfect combination of sweet, tangy and oh-so fluffy goodness! Serve it up with your favorite dipable fruit …
If you love snacking on veggies and dip, this Homemade Ranch Dip recipe is for you! It’s easy to make and goes great with everything from fresh veggies and chips to wings. During the summer months, I love have a bunch of pre-cut veggies on hand for snacking. That way when Elle says she’s hungry …