50 Easy Appetizer Recipes

These easy appetizers will be a hit at your next party! They include delicious dips, fun finger foods, and other crowd-pleasing snacks that guests will love.

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All our best appetizers, all in one place!

If you’re hosting a party or looking for a dish to bring to one, I promise—these easy appetizer recipes will not disappoint. They range from indulgent dips to bite-sized finger foods, gorgeous snack boards, and baked treats.

These appetizers are the nibbles and bites that I love to serve when I’m entertaining. They’re simple to make (and often make ahead) and easy to serve (bonus points if you don’t need utensils!). But most importantly, they’re fun and delicious. They keep the prep straightforward for you while delivering big, bold flavors for guests. We love them, and I hope you will too!

Easy Bite-Sized Appetizers

Buffalo cauliflower wings

Buffalo Cauliflower Wings

This veggie riff on buffalo chicken wings is super easy to make in the oven. Doused in homemade buffalo sauce, these cauliflower bites are tangy, spicy, and crisp around the edges.

Deviled eggs recipe

Deviled Eggs

Garnish them with chopped chives, dill, and/or smoked paprika for a fun and festive look.

stuffed mushrooms

Stuffed Mushrooms

These bite-sized appetizers are simple and flavorful, filled with panko bread crumbs, pine nuts, parsley, sun-dried tomatoes, and cheese.

jalapeno poppers recipe

Jalapeño Poppers

This recipe calls for a Greek yogurt filling instead of a traditional cream cheese one. While it’s lighter than most, it’s every bit as delicious!

Caprese skewers

Caprese Skewers

A finger-friendly version of a classic Caprese salad. Drizzle them with this easy balsamic reduction for a pop of sweet and tangy flavor.

More Finger Food Party Appetizers

Easy appetizers - Homemade Taquitos

Taquitos

Crispy tortilla shells surround a gooey, melty filling of meaty jackfruit, cheese, and refried beans.

Best appetizer recipes - Steamed dumplings

Steamed Dumplings

Pair these shiitake and kimchi dumplings with a simple tamari dipping sauce, and they’ll disappear in no time.

Easy appetizers - Fresh spring rolls

Fresh Spring Rolls

Stuffed with noodles, herbs, and veggies, these fresh appetizers are always a hit. Serve with peanut sauce for dipping!

Quesadillas

Quesadillas

Let guests customize their quesadillas with fillings like veggies and black beans!

Platters and Boards that Feed A Crowd

Cheese board

Classic Cheese Board

Making a great cheese or charcuterie board is easy! Just set out a few cheeses with seasonal fruit, honey or jam, and little bites like olives and nuts.

Party appetizers - Mezze platter with tabbouleh, whipped feta, muhammara, and veggies

Mezze Platter

I load up this epic Mediterranean board with tabbouleh, a couple of dips, and cheese, olives, and fresh veggies. Serve with pita!

Loaded Sheet Pan Nachos

Ultimate Loaded Nachos

These loaded nachos are hands down one of my favorite appetizer recipes! You could use real cheese here, but I think they’re even better with my gooey vegan cheese sauce on top.

Easy appetizers - Crudité platter with white bean dip, veggies, and marinated feta

Best Crudité Platter

If you’re looking for easy appetizers to serve at a party, you can never go wrong with a crudité platter. This one features marinated feta, compound butter, and baguette in addition to veggies and dip.

Baked Brie with Pomegranates and Pistachios

Baked Brie with Pomegranates

This baked brie feels elevated, but it’s SO simple to make. Serve it with crackers or crostini for scooping up the rich, creamy cheese.

Cheese ball with veggies and crackers

Almond Cheese with Herbes de Provence, page 73 of Love & Lemons Every Day

A plant-based alternative to a classic cheese ball! Serve the creamy, tangy “cheese” with crackers and fresh vegetables.

Warm and Cheesy Dips

Spinach Artichoke Dip

Spinach Artichoke Dip

Is it really a party without this cheesy spinach dip?

Jalapeño popper dip

Jalapeño Popper Dip

Everything you love about a jalapeño popper (crispy breadcrumbs! creamy filling! chile heat!), but in dip form.

Queso dip in a skillet with guacamole, black beans, and pico de gallo

Vegan Butternut Squash Queso, page 75 of Love & Lemons Every Day

You don’t need cheddar cheese to make a delicious queso dip! Butternut squash gives this vegan version its creamy texture and vibrant color.

Bright and Zesty Dips

Guacamole

Best Guacamole

When it comes to quick and easy appetizers, guac is tough to beat. This recipe calls for 6 ingredients, comes together in 5 minutes, and is always a party hit.

Easy appetizer recipes - Best bean dip

Best Bean Dip

Toppings like avocado, cherry tomatoes, and jalapeños offer a fresh contrast to this creamy, cheesy dip. Serve with tortilla chips!

Best appetizers - homemade salsa with tortilla chips

Homemade Salsa

Try it once, and you’ll never get the store-bought kind again!

Easy appetizer recipes - Mango salsa

Easy Mango Salsa

This 7-ingredient recipe has a delicious balance of sweet and spicy flavors.

Best party appetizers - Cowboy caviar recipe

Cowboy Caviar

This dip is one of my go-to party appetizers because it actually tastes better if you make it ahead! Prep it a few hours—or even a day—in advance.

Easy Appetizer Ideas - Tomatillo salsa verde

Tomatillo Salsa Verde

If you’re lucky enough to have leftovers, save them to spoon over tacos or a burrito bowl the next day.

Best appetizers - Avocado salsa

Avocado Salsa

A perfect mashup of mango salsa and guac, this dip is creamy, sweet, spicy, and bright. You won’t be able to get enough!

More Delicious Dip Appetizer Recipes

Best party appetizers - French onion dip

French Onion Dip

My vegan twist on the classic dip! Silky caramelized onions add umami flavor to the creamy cashew base. Serve with potato chips.

Easy appetizers - Olive tapenade

Olive Tapenade

Basil adds a welcome freshness to this salty, briny olive and caper spread.

Best appetizer ideas - Whipped feta dip

Whipped Feta

You can take this creamy dip in a savory or sweet direction. Top it with olive oil, fresh herbs, and Aleppo pepper, or drizzle it with honey!

Easy appetizer recipes - Muhammara

Muhammara

This red pepper dip’s spicy, sweet, and sour flavor is guaranteed to wow guests!

Easy appetizers - Tzatziki Sauce

Tzatziki

Cucumber, dill, and mint make this creamy yogurt dip cooling and refreshing.

Easy appetizers - Hummus Recipe

BEST Hummus

This homemade hummus is insanely creamy, nutty, and bright with lemon. The store-bought stuff can’t compare!

Easy appetizer recipes - Baba ganoush

Baba Ganoush

I love this silky, smoky eggplant dip so much that I can’t resist eating it out of the food processor with a spoon. If your guests are anything like me, it’ll vanish from the snack table in minutes!

Best party appetizers - Avocado dip

Avocado Dip

Dijon mustard, lemon, and dill give ranch-y vibes to this 5-minute avocado dip.

Appetizer Ideas for Bakers

Easy appetizers - Garlic knots

Garlic Knots

They’re rich, chewy, and dripping with savory garlic flavor. If you think you’re going to have just one…well, good luck.

Easy appetizers - Homemade soft pretzels

Homemade Soft Pretzels

They’re fantastic with mustard or cheese sauce for dipping.

Easy appetizer recipes - Rosemary focaccia

Focaccia

This gorgeous bread would be the perfect appetizer for a dinner party or holiday get-together.

Party appetizers - Socca flatbread

Socca

Serve slices of this chickpea flatbread plain, or dress them up with toppings like labneh and za’atar.

Best appetizer recipes - Homemade pita bread

Homemade Pita Bread

Adding Greek yogurt to the dough creates the fluffiest, pillowiest pita you’ve ever tasted! It’s divine with dips like hummus, tzatziki, or muhammara.

Crispy, Crunchy Appetizers to Make in the Air Fryer

Easy party appetizers - Air fryer French fries

Air Fryer French Fries

Like regular fries, but with a fraction of the oil. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce!

Easy appetizer recipes - Air fryer onion rings

Air Fryer Onion Rings

Crisp on the outside and tender in the middle, they rival any onion rings you’d get out to eat.

Best appetizers - Air fryer fried pickles

Air Fryer Fried Pickles

I developed this recipe by popular request, and I am SO glad I did. These pickle chips are crispy, tangy, and salty…a delicious snack!

Easy appetizer recipes - Air fryer zucchini chips

Air Fryer Zucchini Chips

Zucchini has never been so snack-able! A crispy, nutty Parmesan breading coats the tender slices.

Party Appetizers for Potato Lovers

Crispy smashed potatoes

Crispy Smashed Potatoes

They’re crisp on the outside, creamy in the middle, and filled with savory garlic flavor! Serve them hot off the baking sheet, topped with Parmesan or drizzles of chipotle sauce.

Best appetizers - Chili cheese fries

Chili Cheese Fries

These chili cheese fries are plant-based, but they still taste indulgent. I top them with a creamy vegan cheese sauce and savory meatless chili.

Easy appetizers - Baked potato wedges

Baked Potato Wedges

Garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika turn these simple potato wedges into a next-level snack.

Sweet Potato Appetizer Bites

Sweet Potato Appetizer Bites

Sweet potato fans, this appetizer recipe is for you! I top tender roasted sweet potato rounds with crisp radishes and a creamy, lemony avocado “tartare.”

Loaded Potato Skin Appetizers

Loaded Potato Skins

I load these crispy potato skins with a zesty black bean and sweet corn salad, sunflower sour cream, and coconut bacon. They’re vegan, but everyone will love them!

Simple Party Snacks

Best appetizer recipes - Roasted pecans

Roasted Pecans

I have two options for you here—a savory rosemary one and a sweet cinnamon sugar one. Choose just one, or try both for your next party!

Easy appetizers - stovetop popcorn

Stovetop Popcorn

Toss it with a little melted butter and nutritional yeast for appetizer perfection.

Party appetizers - Roasted pumpkin seeds

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

If you’re cooking with a kabocha or butternut squash sometime soon, save the seeds! Roasted low and slow, they become a crunchy, nutty, and delicious salty snack.

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Easy Appetizer Recipes: Deviled Eggs

rate this recipe:
5 from 12 votes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Serves 8

Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 3  tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or dill pickle brine
  • Hot sauce, such as Tabasco, optional
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Paprika, chives, and/or fresh dill, for garnish

Instructions

  • Place the eggs in a medium pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, then cover the pot and turn off the heat. Let the eggs sit, covered, for 10 to 12 minutes, depending on your desired doneness (see photo in this hard boiled eggs recipe).
  • Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and chill for 14 minutes, or until cooled completely.
  • Gently rap the eggs on the counter to crack the shells, then peel. I like to do this under cool running water to help the shells slip off. Pat dry if necessary.
  • Slice the peeled eggs in half lengthwise. Use a small spoon to carefully scoop out the yolks and transfer them to a medium bowl. Set the egg whites aside.
  • To the bowl with the egg yolks, add the mayonnaise, mustard, apple cider vinegar, and a dash of hot sauce, if using. Mash with a fork until creamy, then season to taste with salt, pepper, and more hot sauce, as desired. For a smoother deviled egg filling, pulse the mixture in a food processor.
  • Divide the filling among the egg whites and garnish with paprika, chives, and/or fresh dill.

 

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  1. Stacey
    12.28.2022

    5 stars
    WOW!!💝
    Thank you!!!🤗

  2. Sabrina from newkitchenlife.com
    12.27.2022

    thank you, looking for some NY Eve serving inspiration, so many great ideas!

  3. CP
    10.31.2021

    5 stars
    So amazing I almost don’t want to go to the party we made it for anymore. I’d rather just sit here and eat this amazing hummus! 🤣 So glad we doubled the recipe.

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