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    Home » Appetizers » 30+ Easy Appetizer Recipes

    30+ Easy Appetizer Recipes

    Published: January 12, 2021 · Jill Baird · 4 Comments

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    Here are 25 Easy Appetizer Recipes for you to try out at your next game day soiree, potluck 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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    • Quick and Easy Appetizers and Snacks
    • Dip Appetizer Recipes
    • Two-Bite Appetizer Recipes
    • Easy Cheesy Appetizer Recipes
    • Pizza, Flatbreads and Pretzels

    Quick and Easy Appetizers and Snacks

    If you are like us, you are always looking for fun, new appetizer ideas.  Whether you are hosting a party or planning simple finger food snacks for the family at home, it’s fun to find new favorites.  

    The holiday season got us thinking about our very favorite Easy Appetizers Recipes to share with you.  Between the various finger foods, dips, cheese balls, flatbreads and two-bite snacks 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, recipes with 3 ingredients or less and of course, plenty of carbs and cheese!

    Dip Appetizer Recipes

    Let’s get real, dips are the real life of the party.  Sweet dips, savory dips, spicy dips, cold dips, hot dips - we’ve got them all!

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

    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.

    Easy Appetizer BLT Dip in a serving dish.

    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.

    Buffalo chicken dip in a baking dish.

    3). Frank’s Buffalo Chicken Dip

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

    Guacamole in a serving dish with tortilla chips.

    4). Best Guacamole

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

    artichoke dip recipe in a white round baking dish

    5). Jalapeno Artichoke Dip

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

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

    6). 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.

    Two-Bite Appetizer Recipes

    Easy to make and fun to eat is the name of the game for these two-bite appetizers and snacks.  Serve with forks, or else whip out the toothpicks!  Everyone loves these mini party favorites.

    Bacon wrapped smokies with toothpicks on a baking sheet.

    7). Bacon Wrapped Smokies

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

    Stuffed jalapeno peppers topped with bacon.

    8). 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.

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

    9). 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.

    Cheese stuffed peppers on a serving platter.

    10). 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.

    italian meatballs on a baking sheet

    11). Spicy Italian Meatballs

    These Spicy Italian Meatballs have just the right amount of spicy sausage and hearty beef.  Serve with toothpicks and sauce for dipping.

    wedge salad kabobs on a serving dish.

    12). 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!

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

    13). Garlic Parmesan Wings

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

    Italian mini kabobs with toothpicks on a serving platter.

    14). Italian Mini Kabob Appetizers

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

    Easy Cheesy Appetizer Recipes

    Skip the cheese board and serve one of these cheeseballs or queso dips instead!  So much fun and what’s not to love?

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

    15). Ham and Cheddar Cheese Ball

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

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

    16). Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

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

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

    17). Jalapeno Bacon Cheese Ball

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

    creamy pepperjack queso with chips, avocado, and tomatoes

    18). 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.

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

    19). Cheddar Queso Dip

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

    Pizza, Flatbreads and Pretzels

    These carb loaded appetizers are as great for a crowd as they are for a small, intimate gathering.  

    homemade sausage flatbread cut into squares on a baking sheet.

    20). 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.

    three cheese flatbread cut into rectangles on a serving platter.

    21). Three Cheese Pesto Flatbread

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

    Pizza monkey bread appetizer in a bundt pan.

    22). Pizza Monkey Bread

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

    Homemade soft pretzels on a baking sheet.

    23). Homemade Soft Pretzels

    Finally, you can enjoy your favorite soft pretzels without ever leaving your kitchen.

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

    24). Soft Pretzel Bites

    And for a bite-sized version...

    Homemade calzones on a serving dish with a side of marinara sauce.

    25). Homemade Calzones

    You can make these easy portable pizza pockets any size that you would like, depending on the size crowd that you are making them for.  Best of all, you can freeze them and reheat whenever you need a quick snack!

    image for cranberry salsa

    26. 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 veggie tray shaped like a bunny

    27. 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 mini veggie cups

    28. 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.

    image for pizza pinwheels on a white tray

    29. 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 brazzillian cheese bread in white bowl

    30. Brazillian Cheese Bread

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

    If you’ve tried this recipe, please rate it and leave a comment on this post. I love hearing feedback from you 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 our favorite 25 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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