26 Crowd-Pleasing Appetizers That Are Perfect for Sharing
Appetizers set the tone for any gathering, offering a bite-sized glimpse of what’s to come. These appetizer recipes bring together recipes that are as crowd-pleasing as they are easy to prepare. Whether you’re planning a party or just want something snackable, these ideas are sure to impress.
Arancini
If you have leftover rice or leftover risotto, why not make this arancini recipe? These crispy rice balls are great as an appetizer or snack.
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Italian Burrata Stuffed Tomato Appetizer
If you’re looking for bite size finger food, why not consider making filled tomatoes with fresh burrata? These are just wonderful.
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Air Fryer Blueberry Brie Pastry And Dip Appetizer
This is an impressive air fryer blueberry brie pastry and dip appetizer! Brie and puff pastry comes out wonderful and nobody can resist this.
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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites
Air fryer bacon wrapped cheeseburger bites are one of those recipes your air fryer was made for! That’s right, it’s a super easy appy. These bacon burger bombs are a great appetizer for any occasion, whether you’re watching the game and don’t want to take your eyes off the screen or you just want to rustle up a quick and easy air fryer appetizer.
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Pull Apart Jalapeño Popper Rolls
These air fryer jalapeño popper rolls are a spicy and cheesy appetizer that can be made with Pillsbury pizza or crescent dough. With hot sauce, jalapeños, and two types of cheese, these quick and easy pull apart rolls are perfect for fans of spicy food.
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Crab Cake Egg Rolls
Prepare an amazing appetizer with these air fryer crab cake egg rolls that are easy to make and bursting with flavors of Old Bay, lemon, and sriracha. Dip them in the fire sauce for an extra kick and enjoy the perfectly crispy texture achieved by air frying.
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Roasted Red Pepper Cream Cheese Dip
Although most grocery stores carry sweet pepper dip and other dipping options, this homemade roasted red pepper cream cheese dip is well worth the effort. It’s a Mediterranean-inspired dip with bell peppers, basil, garlic, shallot, and more.
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Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Dip
Fans of spicy food will love this creamy, cheesy slow cooker jalapeno popper dip. It’s so quick and simple to prep and tastes incredible.
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Parmesan Truffle Polenta Fries
These crispy polenta fries, flavored with parmesan and truffle, are perfect as a side dish or appetizer and can be paired with a delicious truffle mayo dipping sauce. If you serve them at your next gathering, your guests are sure to ask for the recipe!
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Brie Cranberry Bites
The creaminess of brie cheese pairs beautifully with the sweet flavour of cranberry sauce in these brie cranberry bites in puff pastry. These delightful little bites are perfect for any season or occasion and each one boasts plenty of wonderful flavour.
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Delicious Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs
Bloody Mary devilled eggs are a favourite creative deviled egg idea. They take the concept of traditional eggs and add in rich ingredients like slaw dressing, pickle juice, tomato paste, paprika, and more, to make a unique gourmet deviled eggs with a Bloody Mary feel.
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Marinated Olives With Feta
You only need seven different ingredients to prepare this delicious marinated olives and feta cheese appetizer or snack. Expect a riot of soft and pleasing Mediterranean flavours in every mouthful. Everything in there is tasty from the green and kalamata olives to the creamy feta, salty caperberries, and hints of garlic, red pepper flakes and extra virgin olive oil. If you love Greek appetizers, this might become your next favourite.
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Steak And Shiitake Mushroom Bruschetta Crostini
This steak and shiitake mushroom bruschetta crostini is a really tasty canapé. Since the steak and mushrooms are served on toasted bread, it’s a handy finger food option for parties. This beef crostini with mushrooms is the kind of appetizer you might take from a tray at a party.
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Bacon Stuffing Rolls
Bacon Stuffing Rolls are made from just two ingredients: strips of bacon wrapped around bread stuffing. The best flavor-packed Thanksgiving side dish.
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Cheesy Mushrooms Appetizer Toasts
Mushroom appetizer toasts are cheesy, delicious, and easy to eat in just a bite or two! The perfect potluck appetizer to make everyone swoon!
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Mediterranean Charcuterie Board
If you are looking for a simple yet impressive way to entertain guests, or just put out an awesome snack board dinner, this Mediterranean charcuterie board is the perfect option.
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Baked Brie With Fig Jam
Looking for an easy and slightly fancy appetizer that is sure to be a crowd pleaser? This baked brie with fig jam is it! It’s got a thick layer of savory and gooey brie cheese that’s topped with a layer of sweet fig jam and it’s perfectly delicious spread on a slice of baguette.
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Easy Honey Halloumi
This delicious fried hot honey halloumi comes together in minutes and is meat-free and tasty enough to serve as a starter, a side dish, the star of your plate, or as part of a salad.
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Smoked Salmon Dip With Dill & Capers
The BEST smoked salmon dip that ever existed! Easy to prepare using only 7 ingredients. The perfect appetizer for ANY party. Only 5 minutes to prepare!
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Polenta Bites With Olive Tapenade
If you need a 30-minute appetizer idea, these polenta bites will do the trick. Tubed polenta is fried until crispy and then topped with a tangy Kalamata olive-caper spread. Easy and mouthwatering appetizer that everyone will love.
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Sausage Pinwheels
These are super easy to make using just 5 ingredients! You’ll end up with perfectly crisp golden brown puff pastries wrapped around Italian sausage slices with a delicious pumpkin puree! The parmesan cheese and green onions elevate the flavor to the next level.
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Candied Bacon Crackers
Ready to impress friends at your next gathering? You’ve stumbled upon the perfect recipe – candied bacon crackers. A mouth-watering combination of savory bacon, sweet brown sugar, and crunchy crackers. Oh, and did I mention you can add cheese? No one will be able to resist such a delightful treat.
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Pull Apart Pizza Bread
Looking for a mouthwatering dish that will make you the star of your next gathering? Look no further, my friend! This pull apart pizza bread recipe will not only tickle your taste buds but also leave your guests craving for more. Let’s dive into the world of flavorful delights.
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Pickle Dip
There’s something undeniably special about pickles, right? Crunchy, tangy, and full of character. Pickle Dip is soon to be your favorite appetizer. Imagine that irresistible pickle flavor combined with creamy textures – sounds dreamy, doesn’t it?
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Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
A super easy appetizer, these buffalo chicken pinwheels are a hit among everyone. Minimal ingredients help them whip up fast and they taste just like your favorite dip!
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Fried Green Beans
An easy and tasty appetizer, these fried green beans take minimal ingredients, are tasty fun and perfect for any occasion. They are fresh, crisp and breaded with a tasty beer batter that sets them over the top.
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