Enjoy this cold Cucumber Soup as a refreshing summer appetizer or side dish. Made with garlic, jalapeno, yogurt, and olive oil, this easy recipe blends up in seconds and has playful and savory flavors.
Appetizer Recipes
The BEST appetizer recipes – perfect for any occasion! From easy appetizers for a crowd, to cold appetizer recipes, hot dips, and more.
Easy Appetizer Recipes
These killer appetizer recipes can be made in minutes with just a few ingredients!
- Brie Crostini with Prosciutto & Honey make the perfect party appetizer that can be assembled in just 5 minutes. Top homemade crostini with prosciutto, brie, basil and a drizzle of honey.
- Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip made with only 3-ingredients is perfect for snacking or parties. Make it in just 15-minutes and serve with your favorite veggies for dipping!
- Prosciutto Wrapped Avocado Appetizers are the perfect party snack. They’re an easy to make, no-bake finger food and come together in under 10 minutes.
Dinner Party Appetizers
When you’re hosting a dinner party, these are the perfect light appetizers to serve beforehand:
- Sausage Bites in White Wine with Creamy Mustard Dip
- Filet Mignon Bites with Creamy Horseradish Sauce
- Irresistible Bacon Wrapped Dates
- Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
Game Day Appetizers
Take these along when you’re tailgating or watching the game at home:
- Spicy Game Day Grazing Board.
- Garlic Butter Steak Bites. They’ll be on your table in under 15 minutes!
- Toasted Ravioli – make these in the air fryer or the oven
- Pretzel Bites with Cheese Dip. Soft, chewy and bite size with a golden crust, they’re perfect for dunking into a rich cheese dip that can be customized 3-ways.
Speaking of game day eats…. We can’t forget the wings…
Wings – 4 Ways!
- Air Fryer Chinese Chicken Wings
- Crispy Baked Buffalo Wings
- Vietnamese Chicken Wings
- Air Fryer Chicken Wings with Buffalo Sauce
Nachos Recipes – with a Twist.
- Irish Nachos (Irish Pub Potato Nachos) are always a hit! Made with thin-sliced potatoes that are topped with cheese, bacon, pico de gallo and sour cream. Irish pub nachos are a perfect appetizer for any occasion!
- Greek Nachos with Hummus & topped with crumbly feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, pepperoncini, Kalamata olives and a tangy tzatziki sauce. They make a perfect party appetizer and are vegetarian friendly!
Cold Appetizer Recipes.
Cold appetizers that are perfect for potlucks or picnics.
Boards – My go to for Easy Entertaining.
- Simple Winter Cheese Board. This yummy spread is great for the holidays or small parties and features aged cheddar cheese, dried figs, almonds, pecans, and honey.
- Cheese Board Ideas for Fall
- At Home Date Night Cheese Board. Learn how to pair wines with flavored cheeses, and how to create a simple cheese board to enjoy at home.
Vegetarian Appetizer Recipes.
- Mushroom Pate – a delicious, vegetarian pate with a creamy texture that packs so much flavor!
- Olive Tapenade
- Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Shrimp Appetizers – Always a Crowd Pleaser!
Appetizer Meatballs – The Perfect Finger Food.
Hot Dip Recipes – Comfort in a Bowl.
- Baked Goat Cheese Dip – a super simple appetizer recipe that’s easy to throw together at the last minute with just 3 ingredients! Chevre is baked in marinara sauce until hot and bubbly – Perfect for spreading on crostini.
- Artichoke Queso Blanco. Jalapeno peppers and chorizo give it a spicy kick, while the artichoke hearts are the perfect unexpected addition, in this melty, ooey-gooey cheese dip.
- Learn how to make Classic Cheese Fondue at home with this classic, easy recipe. This is the best appetizer to serve at parties because it can be made in just 15-minutes and everybody loves it!
- Corn Queso Dip is the perfect dip for your next Mexican fiesta or tailgating party. It’s deliciously rich & creamy with a hint of spice and delicious corn flavor.
My most recent small bite recipes:
Here are the newest recipes I’ve created that are guaranteed to keep you experimenting in the kitchen:
Smoked Pork Belly
Smoked Pork Belly is the only thing better than bacon! Seasoned with an easy dry rub, the pork is cooked low and slow until it’s tender, juicy, and melts in your mouth. It’s a smoky and deeply flavored cut of meat that must make an appearance at your next barbecue.
Crispy Air Fryer Frozen Fries
These Air Fryer Frozen Fries come out exactly like your favorite fast food fries! They’re crispy, golden on the outside and perfectly fluffy inside. SO much better than deep frying or baking! Plus, you can cook different types of fries – waffle fries, shoestring, steak fries and more!
Crispy Rice Sushi Bites with Spicy Salmon
Crispy Rice Sushi Bites feature creamy spicy salmon (or tuna). Crispy, crunchy and so flavorful! Cook the crispy rice in the air fryer or on the stove, and top with all your favorite toppings. The perfect appetizer for any occasion!
Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings
Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings cook up amazingly crispy and juicy without deep frying. Then they’re tossed with a spicy buffalo wing sauce that can be made mild to hot, depending on your taste preference.
Blistered Shishito Peppers (Quick + Easy Recipe)
These Blistered Shishito Peppers are the perfect finger food. They’re so easy to make too. Lightly seasoned and slightly smoky, you’ll find that most are mild… one out of every ten might surprise you.
