Appetizers and Snacks

A few smart additions can turn a boring can of tuna into a spectacular spread. Cream cheese gives it a velvety texture, but add-ins like fresh parsley and chili sauce really make the flavor...


Time:   over 5 hours

Bite-sized meatballs are stuffed with feta cheese and served with a spicy jalapeno-orange glaze.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Crispix cereal is coated in chocolate and peanut butter and dusted with powdered sugar to make an addicting snack mix (for humans only please!)

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Creamy seafood fondue with lobster, shrimp, crab, and scallops. Melted cheese, savory spices, and crusty bread come together in this easy, one-pot wonder. Perfect for sharing...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

Everything is better with sprinkles! Popcorn is coated with melted marshmallow cream and covered in red and green candy sprinkles.

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Remember popcorn balls? Make them popular again with this simple recipe. You can decorate or color them as desired.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Perfect as a snack, lunch, or party appetizer. Smoked salmon is mixed with soft herb cheese and spread on flour tortillas.


Time:   1-2 hours

Make with olives, carrots, and cream cheese, they're tasty as well as cute. Whenever life calls for a penguin-themed appetizer, you'll know exactly where to look.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Don't let the seeds go to waste when you're carving your jack-o-lantern. Pumpkin seeds simply roasted with salt are a tasty snack, but you can spice them up with other spice...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Juicy shrimp wrapped in crispy bacon, glazed with a zesty chili sauce. These spicy shrimp appetizers are a hit every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with eggs, vinegar, red chile pepper, peppercorns, bay leaves, salt, pickling spices, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This spicy cracker recipe uses cheddar and cayenne, but once you've got the general idea you can add in whatever flavors you like for your own creations.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with apples, milk, cream cheese, peanut butter, brown sugar


Time:   under 30 minutes

When hosting a large gathering, it is important to have a variety of cold appetizers. Spam and cheese cubes on toothpicks are a retro pairing that is always a hit.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Pretzels are baked with a coating of ranch dressing mix and oil to make a simple and tasty snack that's ready in about 15 minutes!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

These chicken nugget sliders are just plain cute. The perfect size for nibbling on. Instead of mayo and ketchup, try your favorite nugget dipping sauce.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Sweeten up your snacking experience with crunchy popcorn lightly coated in chocolate.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

A layered taco dip that brings together creamy layers of bean dip, seasoned sour cream, and fresh toppings. Just right for dipping with tortilla chips.


Time:   2-5 hours

These spaghetti cupcakes are as gourmet as they are fun. Cute pasta cups are topped with a meatball and pasta sauce for a delicious pasta appetizer.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with onion, celery, bell pepper, crab meat, salad shrimp, tarragon, salt and pepper, garlic, portabella mushrooms, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with creamy avocados, ripe tomatoes, and a hint of lime, this easy-to-make avocado salsa recipe is perfect for snacking or as a topping.


Time:   1-2 hours

A treat for the olive lover! Ripe olives are made into a paste with pine nuts, olive oil, and garlic and spread on toasted slices of French bread.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with popcorn, butter, red food coloring


Time:   under 30 minutes

These meatless dumplings make a great lunch or snack. They are filled with ginger, zucchini, and bell pepper, and served with a spicy Thai dipping sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Family night just got better. Put a homemade touch on one of America's most recognized movie snack!

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with garlic powder, turmeric, curry powder, soy sauce, firm tofu, mayonnaise, green onion, green bell pepper, celery, sunflower or sesame seeds


Time:   under 30 minutes

Fresh, homemade salsa can be a total game changer. This Anaheim chile and fresh tomato salsa is good with tortilla chips, but you'll also want it on hand for tacos, burritos, and...


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with seafood seasoning, claw crab meat, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, Gouda cheese, frozen chopped spinach

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with salt, bacon, watermelon, crab meat

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Get a quick quesadilla fix with this simple recipe. Canned chicken mixed with salsa and cheese is pressed between two tortillas and griddled until toasty and melty.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Pretzels, yogurt, and confectioners sugar are the only three ingredients needed. Play around with the yogurt flavor to find your favorite.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Crunchy, savory, and simple - this Crispix Mix combines favorite cereals, pretzels, and nuts drizzled with a homemade seasoning and baked for the perfect snack.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Who doesn't love a good, cheesy quesadilla? Tortillas spread with fiery chipotle sauce and topped with grilled chicken, crumbled bacon and a mix of cheeses...

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

The herb blend of basil, parsley, and rosemary are what make this bread dipping sauce recipe a close copycat to Carrabba's version.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Creamy spinach dips are good in theory, but sometimes they're a bit boring. This Cheddar's copycat makes spinach dip the star of your next party with onion, jalapeno, and...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This isn't just any spinach artichoke dip; it's a California Pizza Kitchen classic, reimagined for your kitchen. Bold, cheesy, and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Famous for chicken fingers and their signature dipping sauce. This creamy sauce has a kick to it from lots of added black pepper. Use with chicken fingers or nuggets, or...


Time:   2-5 hours

Cream cheese, ground sausage, and a can of tomatoes with green chiles combine for a dip that'll make you embrace the simple life.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This fantastic fondue goes way past the basic cheesy variety and jumps straight to a seafood-packed, creamy dip that turns crunchy garlic bread...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This copycat dip is a fantastic appetizer. Artichoke hearts and spinach are baked in a cream cheese, mayo, and cheese mixture. Serve with your...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

There's a million uses for these flaky, cheesy pastry twists if you can resist eating them all right away. Use them on top of soups like croutons, dip them in hummus, or...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

The delicious fried onion appetizer served at Texas Roadhouse can easily be made at home! The copycat recipe has both the batter and the spicy dipping sauce -...

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   30-60 minutes

Copy your favorite dip from TGIFriday's with this easy to make recipe. It's a party favorite and can even be made in the microwave.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

The crunchy texture, the slightly sweet flavor, and the earthy aroma of this granola will make it your new favorite breakfast or snack.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A combination of mustard, honey, and vinegar is mixed with the pretzels. They are baked until crisp and golden brown.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Who doesn't love a good sour cream dip? Cool mayo and sour cream balance out the spices. Addicting with plain potato chips or carrot sticks.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Crab quesadillas are the bar food version of fusion cuisine. Crabmeat along with green chiles and cheese makes for a very novel (and delicious) combo.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

This copycat dip from Joe's Crab Shack is rich, cheesy, and chock-full of crab.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

This dip is a hit at Houston's restaurant and it will be an even bigger hit at your next party!

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This classic muffaletta relish is what ties the iconic sandwich together. The combination of green and black olives provide saucy complement to the mix of meats on the sandwich.


Time:   1-2 hours