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    Home » Appetizers » Easy Appetizer Recipes

    Easy Appetizer Recipes

    Published: October 27, 2022 · Jill Baird · 4 Comments

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    We've collected over 30 Easy Appetizer Recipes for you to try out at your next game day soiree, potluck, holiday get together, or family movie night.  On this list you’ll find old classics alongside new favorites for every occasion, big or small.

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    • Easy Appetizer Recipes for Every Occasion
    • Cold Appetizers
    • Warm Appetizer Dips
    • Best Appetizers for a Party
    • Our Favorite Holiday Appetizers

    Easy Appetizer Recipes for Every Occasion

    If you are like me, you are always looking for fun, new appetizer ideas.  Whether you are hosting a party, planning a holiday mean, or looking for simple finger food snacks for the family at home, it's nice to find something different to serve.  

    The upcoming holiday season got us thinking about our very favorite Easy Appetizer Recipes to share with you.  Between the various cold appetizers, warm appetizer dips, party snacks, and favorite holiday appetizers, we are sure you’ll find something new to add to your recipe stockpile.

    We tried to combine a full range of recipes - healthy recipes, vegetarian recipes, classic recipes, cold cream cheese appetizers, recipes with 3 ingredients or less, and of course, plenty of carbs and cheese!

    Cold Appetizers

    These easy, no-bake cold appetizers are perfect for serving all year long. Skip the cheese board and serve one of these cheeseballs or queso dips instead! We've also included classics like our Best Guacamole recipe, and cute Mini Veggie Cups.

    1). Everything Bagel Seasoning Dip

    If you haven't gotten on the Everything Bagel Bandwagon yet, now's the time.  This dip takes about 5 minutes to prep and tastes great with crackers, chips, pretzels and even fresh veggies.

    Everything bagel dip in a serving dish surrounded by crostini and fresh veggies.

    2). BLT Dip

    This dip is a creamy, simple and delicious take on the classic sandwich.  It's a perfect no-bake appetizer to make all year long.

    Easy Appetizer BLT Dip in a serving dish.

    3). Best Guacamole

    Quick, easy and just as good as any guacamole you'll find at a restaurant.  Just add chips!

    Guacamole in a serving dish with tortilla chips.

    4). Wedge Salad Kabobs

    For a fun way to eat the classic salad, try these Wedge Salad Kabobs.  It's like a party in your mouth!

    wedge salad kabobs on a serving dish.

    5). Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

    Try rolling this bad boy in bacon bits and you make it for a real crowd pleaser.

    Bacon ranch cheeseball topped with bacon and scallions, surrounded by Ritz Crackers.

    6). Jalapeno Bacon Cheese Ball

    For the spicy food fans out there, we know you will love this just as much as we do.

    jalapeno bacon cheddar cheese ball topped with scallions and bacon bits, surrounded by Ritz Crackers.

    7). Mini Veggie Cups

    These Mini Veggie Cups are a perfect no-mess appetizer or snack for everything including baby showers, toddler birthday parties and after school snacks.  They are fun, healthy, fresh and super simple to prep.

    Easy appetizer recipe for mini veggie cups.

    8). Corn Salsa

    This Corn Salsa is sweet, crunchy, zesty and oh-so-easy to make.  Full of sweet corn, cilantro, fresh lime juice and crisp veggies, it’s the perfect salsa to serve with tortilla chips during the summer or any other time of year.

    A large serving bowl with ingredients for corn salsa, with a hand holding a chip with corn salsa above.

    Warm Appetizer Dips

    Let’s get real, warm appetizer dips are the real life of the party.  Cheesy dips, spicy dips, bean dips - we’ve got them all!

    9). Frank’s Buffalo Chicken Dip

    Ever wish you could eat buffalo wings without all of the mess?  Now you can!

    Buffalo chicken dip in a baking dish.

    10). Jalapeno Artichoke Dip

    Serve this yummy, warm, slightly spicy dip with baguette bread, crackers, chips or veggies.

    artichoke dip recipe in a white round baking dish

    11). Fiesta Corn Dip

    Here's another warm dip that is completely addicting and so easy to make.  It's made with cream cheese, jalapeños, a hearty handful of Monterey Jack cheese and seasoning.

    Easy Fiesta Corn Dip in a baking dish with a hand dipping a chip into it.

    12). Pepper Jack Queso

    This queso dip is bursting with flavor, creamy and has just a little of that Pepper Jack tang that we all love.

    creamy pepperjack queso with chips, avocado, and tomatoes

    13). Cheddar Queso Dip

    You won't find any Velveeta cheese here.  Super easy, super cheesy and packed full of flavor.

    Cheddar queso dip in a bowl served with chips on the side

    14). Chicken Alfredo Dip

    This cheesy Chicken Alfredo Dip is made with rotisserie chicken, sour cream and two kinds of cheese. It’s an ooey gooey, super simple appetizer recipe that’s perfect for game day, party snacks and cozy movie nights at home.

    Pinterest pin for our Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Dip recipe

    15). Cheesy Bean Dip

    This Cheesy Bean Dip makes the absolute best easy appetizer recipe.  It’s a warm, cream cheese bean dip, full of great Mexican flavors and tastes great served with everything from tortilla chips to fresh veggies.

    bean and cheese dip served on a tortilla chip.

    Best Appetizers for a Party

    Easy to make and fun to eat is the name of the game for this selection of our best appetizers for a party.  Included here are a few two-bite appetizers, flatbread recipes, pretzel bites, and more.

    16). Bacon Wrapped Smokies

    A little sweet, a little spicy and totally delicious, these little guys are sure to become new favorites.

    Bacon wrapped smokies with toothpicks on a baking sheet.

    17). Garlic Parmesan Wings

    Never underestimate the power of classic, crispy, baked Garlic Parmesan chicken wings.

    Garlic Parmesan chicken wings on a serving platter with a side bowl of dipping sauce.

    18). Pesto and Sausage Flatbread

    Use a pre made flatbread dough, or else make your own.  This one is topped with pesto, cheese, bacon, peppers, onion, sausage and seasoning.

    homemade sausage flatbread cut into squares on a baking sheet.

    19). Three Cheese Pesto Flatbread

    This three cheese version is always a favorite.  It's got three kinds of cheese, fresh tomatoes, pesto and more!

    three cheese flatbread cut into rectangles on a serving platter.

    20). Pizza Monkey Bread

    For a deliciously fun twist on pepperoni pizza, give this monkey bread version a try.

    Pizza monkey bread appetizer in a bundt pan.

    21). Soft Pretzel Bites

    This Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe makes chewy and perfectly soft pretzel bites perfect for serving at your next party.

    Pretzel bites on a serving dish with a side cup of marinara sauce.

    22). Pizza Pinwheels

    These simple Pizza Pinwheels make the perfect appetizer or snack for parties, game day or movie night. They’re made with crescent roll dough, pizza sauce, cheese and your favorite pizza toppings and can be ready in just about 20 minutes flat.

    image for pizza pinwheels on a white tray

    23). Brazilian Cheese Bread

    These Brazilian Cheese Bread puffs are slightly crisp on the outside, chewy and cheesy in the middle and naturally gluten-free. 

    image for brazzillian cheese bread in white bowl

    24). Baked Buffalo Chicken Bites

    These Baked Buffalo Chicken Bites have all of the zesty flavors of Buffalo chicken without the deep-fried breading.  They’re tender, juicy and taste great covered in blue cheese crumbles and ranch dressing for dipping.

    baked buffalo chicken bites recipe

    Our Favorite Holiday Appetizers

    These holiday appetizers will keep your guests happy and satisfied until the dinner is served. We've got classy passed appetizers, like Crispy Potato Bites, along with seasonal favorites like our Cranberry Salsa and Spicy Italian Meatballs.

    25). Italian Mini Kabob Appetizers

    These only take a matter of minutes to throw together, but look elegant and taste amazing.

    Italian mini kabobs with toothpicks on a serving platter.

    26). Crispy Potato Bites

    These little guys are fully loaded, made with thin slices of oven baked potatoes, topped with melted cheese, ranch dressing dip, bacon bits and green onions.

    Crispy potato bites garnished with sour cream, bacon and fresh greens.

    27). Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

    These Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are stuffed with spicy sausage, cream cheese, and topped with a panko and a parmesan breadcrumb topping. It's a delicious and easy appetizer recipe that can be served hot or warm.

    sausage and cream cheese stuffed mushrooms

    28). Cheese Filled Peppers

    We absolutely love these ooey-gooey, flavorful and unbelievably simple appetizers.  They add a nice pop of color to the mix, too.

    Cheese stuffed peppers on a serving platter.

    29). Bacon and Jalapeno Stuffed Peppers

    Filled to the brim with two kinds of cheese, sour cream, bacon and diced jalapeños, these are sure to keep everyone satisfied until dinner is served.

    Stuffed jalapeno peppers topped with bacon.

    30). Spicy Italian Meatballs

    These Spicy Italian Meatballs have just the right amount of spicy sausage and hearty beef and one of my favorite holiday appetizers.

    italian meatballs on a baking sheet

    31). Ham and Cheddar Cheese Ball

    This simple, make-ahead classic goes great with buttery crackers, tortilla chips or even a veggie tray.

    Ham and Cheddar Cheese Ball on a serving tray with Ritz Crackers.

    32). Easy Cranberry Salsa

    This quick and easy Cranberry Salsa is tangy, spicy, super fresh and tastes amazing served over soft cream cheese with your favorite crackers. 

    image for cranberry salsa

    33). Veggie Tray

    This Holiday Veggie Tray is full of crisp and colorful veggies, served with homemade ranch dressing on the side.  It’s the perfect appetizer to serve at your next holiday party or gathering.

    image for veggie tray shaped like a bunny

    34. Brie Bites

    These Cranberry Baked Brie Bites are a quick and easy bite-size appetizer to serve at your next holiday get together. Each phyllo dough cup is full of melted Brie cheese, cranberry sauce, toasted pecans, and topped with a tiny sprig of fresh rosemary.

    best Brie Bites recipe

    35. Candied Kielbasa

    This two-ingredient Candied Kielbasa is the perfect easy appetizer to serve for Thanksgiving, holiday potlucks, or game day. These bite-sized morsels are sweet, savory, quick to prepare, and totally addicting.

    If you’ve tried this recipe, please rate it and leave a comment on this post. I love hearing feedback from you. It helps me and other readers too! If you love Pinterest,  feel free to leave a comment and photo there too.  Also, if you like to share, use the hashtag #thecarefreekitchen on Instagram and tag me @thecarefreekitchen so I can find you and give your post some love. You can also find me on Facebook at The Carefree Kitchen. Thank you!!

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    Whether hosting a party or planning simple finger food snacks for the family at home, this list of over 30 Easy Appetizer Recipes is for you.  On this list you’ll find old classics alongside new favorites for every occasion, big or small.

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    1. Ashley

      March 16, 2021 at 3:41 pm

      So many great choices here! I made one of the dips and it was so good. Thanks for sharing!

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      • The Carefree Kitchen

        March 17, 2021 at 2:19 pm

        Thanks Ashley!

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    2. Katie

      March 16, 2021 at 1:22 pm

      These all look so good! Definitely going to keep in mind next time there's a family get together or game day!

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      • The Carefree Kitchen

        March 17, 2021 at 2:19 pm

        Thanks Katie, I hope you love them!

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