Looking for the easiest appetizers to make for parties? You got it. These 20 recipes are all about keeping it extra simple and fun, perfect for any gathering. Spend less time cooking and more time enjoying the party. Quick to whip up and sure to impress, these appetizers are the secret to stress-free party planning.
Whipped Feta with Honey Dip
This Whipped Feta with Honey Dip is extra easy to make. All you’ll do is blend together the main ingredients, spread them into a bowl, and top them with honey and your desired garnishes. It comes together with minimal effort in just 10 minutes and is delicious, impressive, and memorable.
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Halloumi Fries
If you have 25 minutes, you can make these melty, flavorful, and delicious Halloumi Fries. Known for its high melting point, halloumi cheese can be baked, grilled, or fried without losing its shape. They’re especially great for hosting a casual get-together where you want to serve something a bit different without spending too much time cooking. Plus, they’re impressive and memorable, but surprisingly, they’re very easy to make.
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Chili Cheese Dip
In just half an hour, you can whip up this cheesy homemade dip that’s perfect for any gathering. It’s a warm and hearty dip made with a blend of cream cheese, cheddar, spices, chili, and salsa. Garnish with toppings like tomatoes, green onions, cilantro, and hot sauce, and serve with tortilla chips or veggies.
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Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
In just 45 minutes, you can serve this flavorful and impressive appetizer. It’s an especially great choice for beginner hosts as it’s very straightforward to make. You’ll prep everything for the stuffing, stuff the mushrooms, and then bake for about 20-25 minutes. You can also make it in advance to make your hosting experience as stress-free as possible.
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Poppers
These flavor-packed poppers are perfect for any occasion. Featuring a delicious blend of chicken, bacon, egg, cheese, and spices, they are very easy to make and can be served in just an hour. They also store well in the freezer, so you can make them before your day gets too busy.
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Bacon Wrapped Mini Peppers
Bacon-wrapped anything makes everything extra better. This recipe is reminiscent of bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers, but instead of jalapeños, mini sweet peppers are used. The result is a salty, creamy, sweet, and delicious appetizer, guaranteed to be gone in minutes.
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Shrimp Cucumber Bites
Ready in less than 30 minutes, this refreshing party app features crisp cucumber boats topped with creamy guacamole and seasoned shrimp. They’re incredibly straightforward to make and are a great choice for an appetizer for first-time hosts.
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Taco Dip with Cream Cheese
This flavorful taco dip is very easy to make and can be served in just 15 minutes. The base layer is made with a simple combination of cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning and then is topped with lettuce, tomatoes, olives, and shredded cheese. It comes together in no time, so you can whip it up for last-minute parties. Plus, it’s very versatile. You can easily switch up the toppings based on what you have on hand, your preferred spice level, or how many people you’re hosting.
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Sausage Balls with Cream Cheese
These sausage balls are a hassle-free appetizer and take only 30 minutes from start to finish. They are extra easy to make, require minimal and straightforward steps, and bake right in the oven for convenience. You can stuff them ahead of time and bake them off when you’re ready for an easy appetizer that all your guests will appreciate.
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Jalapeño Spinach Artichoke Dip
Heat things up with this simple party appetizer you can serve in just 50 minutes. Featuring a mixture of parmesan cheese, sour cream, spinach, artichoke hearts, jalapeños, and a few other ingredients, this easy appetizer is a great way to impress and make your menu stand out with minimal effort. Serve it with your favorite veggies, chips, or crackers for a truly memorable and stress-free dish.
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Loaded Zucchini Boats
Here’s a fun take on the classic loaded potato skins without the extra carbs. Zucchini boats are loaded with bacon, shredded cheese, and sour cream and then baked in the oven until golden. Garnish them with black pepper and green onions, and then serve on a serving platter or enjoy fresh from the baking sheet.
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Bacon Tomato Avocado Cucumber Boats
Try these Bacon Tomato Avocado Cucumber Boats if you need a quick and easy appetizer or a last-minute addition to your gathering. This recipe features fresh cucumber boats filled with a mix of cream cheese and avocado, topped with crispy bacon and tomato. Ready in just 10 minutes, they’re a quick, refreshing, and flavor-packed party app your guests will thank you for.
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Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders
These sliders are ready in just half an hour and combine the classic breakfast flavors everyone loves. Hard-boiled eggs are cut in half, layered with crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and mashed avocado, and then skewered with a toothpick for easy eating. Made with simple ingredients and even simpler steps, these sliders are guaranteed to make you and all your guests happy.
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Baked Tomatoes with Parmesan and Mozzarella Cheese
To make these, all you’ll need to do is top some sliced Roma tomatoes with shredded Parmesan, shredded mozzarella, fresh herbs, dried seasonings, and a drizzle of oil before baking and then broiling to golden-brown perfection. Ready in less than 30 minutes, they are perfect for both hectic or relaxed gatherings where you want to serve something effortlessly impressive.
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Cucumber Tomato Bites
This beginner-friendly party app is very easy to make and can be served in just 30 minutes. Using simple ingredients that you may already have in your pantry right now, all you need to do is stack the cucumbers, tomato, and cream cheese filling, and then you’re good to go. Creamy, crunchy, and tangy, they’re a great option for serving as a quick bite at parties, especially when you need to whip up something at the last minute.
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Zucchini Bites
These flavor bites feature shredded zucchini, Parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, and Italian seasoning and can be served in just 30 minutes. They are oven-baked for convenience and a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your appetizers. You’ll be amazed at how easy they are to make and how quickly they’ll be gone once you serve them.
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Everything Bagel Seasoning Cucumber Boats
You can make this easy and refreshing appetizer in just five minutes. This recipe features crispy cucumber boats filled with cream cheese, avocado, and a sprinkle of Everything Bagel seasoning for extra flavor. Ready in practically no time, these crunchy, salty, and flavor-packed boats are simple but absolutely irresistible.
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Buffalo Deviled Eggs
The classic party appetizer is given a spicy kick buffalo sauce in this savory party appetizer. Ready in 30 minutes, they’re easy to make and even easier to enjoy, making them a great choice for hosts looking for something different to add to their party spread.
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Bacon-Wrapped Pickle Bites
With only five ingredients and 30 minutes, these Bacon-Wrapped Pickle Bites are a fun and easy choice for your next party. Blending the salty and sour flavors of pickles with the smokiness of bacon, they’re a simple but savory option for hosts wanting to serve something new to their guests.
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Spicy Tuna Cucumber Boats
These homemade bites are so easy to make and come together in minutes. Fresh cucumber boats are stuffed with softened cream cheese and spoonfuls of tuna and then topped off with a sprinkle of Everything Bagel Seasoning, coconut aminos, and a drizzle of hot sauce. Ready in just 10 minutes, these boats are perfect for a last-minute party appetizer that’s sure to be a crowd favorite.
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