Bacon-wrapped little smokies are a fun and easy appetizer for any party! A little spicy and a little sweet, these bites will be a big hit. There are a few appetizers that I consider party classics. Around here, you’re likely to see at least one of these on the menu at any gathering. I’m talking …
Appetizers
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!
Slow cooker buffalo chicken dip is an easy crowd pleaser! Toss the ingredients in your crockpot and enjoy hot, melty buffalo dip in just a couple of hours. Easter is over and spring seems to have finally arrived. Although, here in the Midwest we could still get snow at any point, but I’m crossing my …
This nutella fruit dip is creamy, chocolatey, and delicious with everything from fruit to pound cake. Make it for an afternoon snack or add it to your next party menu! I know that people usually think savory when they think of dips, and I don’t blame them. I mean, who doesn’t love a big bowl …
Get perfectly cooked meatballs using your air fryer! Air fryer meatballs have a crisp crust on the outside and a moist, tender texture inside. These flavorful meatballs are great for pasta night, using in sliders and sandwiches, or even using as an appetizer! This post contains affiliate links. This is the time of year in …
This avocado dip combines creamy avocado with sour cream, salsa, tomatoes, and shredded cheese for a quick and easy game-day snack. If you’ve been following My Baking Addiction for long, you probably know something about me: Football annoys me. And don’t even get me started on fantasy football teams. Hello, it’s fantasy, so why is …
Made with pickled jalapeños, creamy avocado, and lots of lime juice, this jalapeño dip is smooth and zippy and begging to be added to your game-day menu. This post contains affiliate links. I know that this time of year, everyone is all about the sweets. But we’ve gotta balance out the sweets with a little …
This pizza dip is sure to be the hit of the party! Herby cream cheese is topped with marinara sauce, more cheese, and pizza toppings for a melty dip that tastes just like your favorite pizza. It’s really no big secret that I enjoy the comfort of my own home rather than being the social …
Candied pecans are sweet, crunchy, bursting with cinnamon flavor, and totally snack worthy. They’re perfect for topping salads and desserts or just munching by the handful. Anyone else remember the days when the mall was *the* coolest place to be? I remember before being able to drive, getting together with my friends and having one …
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 …