Irresistible appetizers: 22 party pleasers to indulge in

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Discover 22 irresistible appetizers that are perfect for your next party. Indulge in these delectable party pleasers and treat your guests to a culinary delight they won’t forget.

A spoon scooping baked feta cheese in a dish with pita bread.
Best Baked Feta Cheese. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Spicy Candied Pecans

A small ceramic bowl filled with candied pecans.
Spicy Candied Pecans. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Elevate your party with a flavorful homemade appetizer. Indulge in these spicy candied pecans, the perfect finger food to excite your taste buds.

Get the Recipe: Candied Pecans

Baked Feta Cheese Appetizer

A spoon scooping baked feta cheese in a dish with pita bread.
Best Baked Feta Cheese. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Savor the ultimate appetizer experience with the bold Mediterranean flavors of creamy baked feta. This exquisite blend of feta cheese, Kalamata olives, fresh herbs, and olive oil creates a baked feta perfection that will delight your taste buds.

Get the Recipe: Baked Feta Cheese

Air Fryer Hush Puppies

A white bowl filled with hush puppies.
Air Fryer Hush Puppies. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Discover the perfect finger food for your party with this healthy spin on Hush Puppies using the air fryer! These delightful plant-based bites are not only easy to make but also incredibly tasty.

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Hush Puppies

Turkey Burger Sliders

Closeup shot of turkey burger sliders on a white platter.
Turkey Burger Sliders. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

With juicy turkey patties, crisp buns, and all your favorite toppings, this easy turkey burger slider recipe takes your favorite turkey burgers and makes them bite-sized! They’re perfect for an easy dinner, great for your next BBQ, or are an amazing dish for a party.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Burger Sliders

Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon

Baked ricotta cheese in a blue casserole dish with sliced bread.
Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon and Herbs. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This creamy Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon and Herbs is a perfect appetizer that you can pair with bread or crackers, some fruit, or salty olives. The best part of this cheese dip is that it is so quick to make.
Get the Recipe: Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon

Air Fryer Blooming Onion

Blooming onion on a plate with sauce in the background.
Blooming Onion. Photo Credit: Upstate Ramblings.

An air fryer version of a classic appetizer, the blooming onion is a show-stopping centerpiece that’s just as fun to eat as it is to look at. The air fryer gives it a crispy, golden exterior while keeping the onion tender and sweet inside, and it’s perfect for dipping.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Blooming Onion

Baked Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels

Jalapeno popper pinwheels on a silver trays.
Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Baked Jalapeno Popper Roll-Ups are a favorite bite-size tortilla pinwheel filled with everything we love in a classic popper; cream cheese, fresh jalapeños, and crispy bacon.
Get the Recipe: Baked Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels

Fried Cheese Balls

Keto Fried Cheese Balls with parsley.
Low Carb Fried Cheese Balls. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Our Homemade Fried Cheese Balls made with only one and a half ingredients are going to be your next keto appetizer for a perfect game night, Super Bowl, home entertaining, or just a snack for your lunch box. Fully low carb, gluten-free, grain-free, and perfect for diabetics, those cheese puffs balls will be great crispy cheddar bites whenever needed.
Get the Recipe: Fried Cheese Balls

Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp

Crispy bang bang shrimp with a bowl of spicy sauce.
Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These crispy, spicy shrimp pack a serious flavor punch and are incredibly easy to whip up in your air fryer. They’re bite-sized and perfect for serving with toothpicks, and the spicy, tangy bang bang sauce is a definite crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp

Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings

Hot honey lemon pepper chicken wings on a dark blue plate.
Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These hot honey lemon pepper wings are a crispy, sweet, savory, and tangy treat.
Get the Recipe: Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings

Cream Cheese Pickle Wraps

Overhead view of cream cheese pickle wraps on white plate.
Cream cheese pickle wraps. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Whip up a batch of these party-perfect cream cheese pickle wraps—a delicious blend of cream cheese, crunchy pickles, and deli meat, creating a delightful finger food that’s guaranteed to disappear in no time.
Get the Recipe: Cream Cheese Pickle Wraps

Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts

Bite size chestnuts wrapped in bacon on a toothpick.
Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts. Photo Credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Sweet, salty, and crunchy, these bacon-wrapped water chestnuts are the ultimate party food. The salty bacon pairs beautifully with the crunchy, subtly sweet water chestnuts, and their size is perfect for a quick grab-and-go snack at any gathering.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts

Mini Chicken Taco Cups

Mini chicken taco cups on a silver tray.
Mini Chicken Taco Cups. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Mini Chicken Taco Cups have perfectly seasoned beans and chicken, melty Cotija cheese, and a bold kick of flavor from your favorite salsa on top. Pretty sure dad could eat the whole plate.
Get the Recipe: Mini Chicken Taco Cups

Garlic Cheese Balls

Pulling apart a biscuit stuffed with mozzarella cheese.
Garlic Cheese Balls with Gooey Mozzarella. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These bite-sized, cheese-stuffed balls are packed with flavor from the garlic and herbs, and make a perfect finger food for parties. They’re melty, gooey, and irresistible, and they’re small enough for guests to munch on while mingling.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Cheese Balls

Cheesy Bread Bites

Cheesy bread bites in a basket ready for snacking.
Cheesy Low Carb Bread Bites. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Enjoy our cheesy Bread Bites filled with homemade scratchings to give you that extraordinary flavor for your keto snack during brunch, party, as an appetizer, or as a side with soup. Our mini biscuits keto rolls are low carb, grain-free, gluten-free as well as diabetic friendly and will be your go-to keto bites for the following weeks to come.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Bread Bites

Cheese Stuffed Mexican Meatballs

A white platter with cheese stuffed meatballs, limes, radishes and onions.
Stuffed Mexican Meatballs. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Savor the flavors of homemade Tex-Mex Mexican meatballs. They are ideal as a main dish or appetizer. What makes them truly exceptional? The gooey cheddar cheese filling that melts in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Cheese Stuffed Mexican Meatballs

Blackened Cod Tacos

Three blackened cod tacos on a peach tile background.
Blackened Cod Tacos. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These smoky and savory blackened cod tacos are an easy and delicious fish taco recipe with crisp cabbage, fresh lime juice, bright pico de gallo, and lightly charred tortillas. They’re a weeknight dinner you’ll love!
Get the Recipe: Blackened Cod Tacos

Crock Pot Little Smokies

Crock pot little smokies on a cutting board with toothpicks.
Crock Pot Little Smokies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These little sausages cooked in a tangy-sweet sauce are a classic party food, and cooking them in a crock pot makes the prep a breeze. They’re bite-sized, rich, and flavorful, and the slow cooking infuses them with a depth of flavor that’s hard to resist.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Little Smokies

Apricot Parmesan Pinwheels

Baked apricot pinwheel appetizers on a white plate and a white board.
Apricot Parmesan Pinwheels. Photo Credit: One Hot Oven.

These easy Apricot Puff Pastry Pinwheels are filled with sweet apricot jam, nutty parmesan cheese, and a sprinkling of fresh rosemary for an easy savory bite-sized appetizer
Get the Recipe: Apricot Parmesan Pinwheels

Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts

Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts cut into half.
Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts. Photo credit: Low Carb No Carb.

Discover a mouthwatering combination of savory and crispy flavors with our Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts Recipe. With the perfect balance of smoky bacon and tender Brussels sprouts, this recipe is a must-try for bacon lovers and vegetable enthusiasts. Join us as we dive into the simple steps and expert tips to create a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish that will elevate any meal to a new level of deliciousness.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts

Homemade Cheddar Cheese Crackers

A stack of homemade cheddar cheese crackers.
Homemade Cheddar Cheese Crackers. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

You will love these homemade cheddar cheese crackers that are easy to prepare and takes just six ingredients. These crackers are cheesy, crunchy, salty, and perfect for a snack or adding to a cheese tray.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Cheddar Cheese Crackers

Soy Garlic Wings

Soy garlic wings on a blue plate.
Soy Garlic Wings. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These soy garlic chicken wings are crispy, juicy, sweet, and savory. With one simple trick, you’ll have consistently crispy wings every time without needing to deep fry them!
Get the Recipe: Soy Garlic Wings

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