Appetizers and Snacks

Made with grape tomatoes, prosciutto, shrimp, lemon, garlic, salt and pepper, olive oil, arugula


Time:   under 30 minutes

A more redeemable option to balance out all those quesos and buffalo chicken dips. It's packed with protein from the cannellini beans and full of flavor...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with hot pepper sauce, garlic powder, onion, carrot, pasta shells, frozen chopped spinach, water chestnuts, ricotta cheese, mayonnaise

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 2 hours

Made with Parmesan cheese, blue cheese, Mozzarella cheese, frozen bread dough, olive oil, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, red onion, plum tomatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Forget traditional dips; we're going on an adventure with acorn squash. This one's perfect for the curious palate seeking something new and exciting.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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Made with strawberries, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, whipped cream


Time:   under 30 minutes

An upgrade from basic garlic bread! A blend of mayo, butter, garlic, parmesan and seasonings dresses this bread up.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

These get their Greek flavor from the combination of mayo, feta cheese, black olives, and a little fresh mint.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Flour tortillas are filled with ground pork, green chiles, a Mexican cheese blend, and green onions and then broiled until done.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Make an impression at your next party with these sophisticated goat cheese and truffle oil crostini.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Guacamole with a zesty twist. This avocado dip has tomatoes, onions, fresh lime, and a pinch of cumin for extra flavor. Perfect with chips or pita.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Fun fact: you can call raw, sliced veggies "crudites" and make your food seem twice as fancy without lifting a finger.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Quick and easy appetizers made with miniature smoked cocktail hot dogs and refrigerated crescent roll dough.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A healthier baked version of potato chips. Bet you can't eat just one!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

The tasty flavors of jalapeno poppers turned into a dip. Cream cheese is mixed with mayo, green chiles, jalapenos, and a combination of Mexican and mozzarella cheeses.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with powdered sugar, Chex cereal, semisweet chocolate chips, peanut butter, margarine, vanilla extract

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cream of tartar, eggs, butter, flour, salt, dry mustard, white pepper, whole milk, white cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with jalapeno chiles, carrots, white onion, water, white wine vinegar, bay leaves, allspice berries, whole cloves, sugar, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Let these shrimp toasts be the life of your next party. Chopped shrimp baked onto little triangular toasts are only a little quicker to eat than they are to make.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Fresh ground sumac adds a nice finishing touch to creamy hummus, and you can surround the dip with an assortment of pita, crackers and veggies.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Chorizo is an absolute cheat code for delicious stuffed mushrooms. The spicy ground sausage is light years ahead of basic ground beef.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

These bell pepper and breadcrumb crab cakes are pretty amazing, but it's the roasted red pepper sauce that pulls the whole thing together.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A tangy marinade turns a boring appetizer into an addicting one. These olives are easy to make ahead of time, too.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

This melty pull-apart bread is the ultimate appetizer.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A cheesy popcorn treat made with popped popcorn, butter, chili powder, garlic powder, and Parmesan cheese.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cornmeal, Kalamata olives, garlic, all-purpose flour, sugar, active dry yeast, salt, water, olive oil

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Chocolate and bacon come together to form the ultimate sweet and salty snack.

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Splashes of tequila and triple sec or Cointreau add an eye-opening pop to some guac, which is already zesty thanks to fresh jalapeno and cilantro.


Time:   under 30 minutes

To kick your 'corn up another notch, try adding some fiery wasabi powder into the mix. It adds a unique flavor and this version is way, way healthier than microwave popcorn bags.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Beef carpaccio is a collection of exquisitely balanced flavors. Thin slices of raw beef with goat cheese, capers, and arugula, topped off with truffle oil...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Tasty party or Christmas appetizer with green avocado and minced red bell pepper. Very easy to make too!


Time:   1-2 hours

If you thought cheese couldn't get any better, think again. This queso blanco dip is here to step up your snacking game. With spicy chorizo mingling in the mix, you might want to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

As if chocolate pudding wasn't delicious enough. Pair it with fresh fruit for dipping and you have a real winner.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Everyone loves a good cheesy calzone, but they're a little messy to serve as party food. Until now. Mini puff-pastry calzones make for phenomenal finger food.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

An easy blend of oats, maple syrup, and assorted nuts and seeds turns out deliciously crunchy oven-baked granola.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Stuffed mushrooms are hard to say no to but seafood stuffed mushrooms with Cajun seasoning and parmesan take them absolutely over the top.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with flour tortillas, breakfast sausage, onion, chili powder, eggs, Cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and pepper, pink peppercorn, avocados, garlic, lime, shrimp, sour cream, Tabasco sauce, chervil

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with honey or maple syrup, baguette, olive oil, Gorgonzola cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

This guacamole uses green salsa (made with tomatillos) instead of the traditional tomato salsa. The green salsa gives it a little extra tart bite that pairs well with salty...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Get a little wild with these tasty appetizer meatballs. Lean ground chicken is mixed with cooked wild rice, to form tender meatballs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Using breadstick dough as a pizza base is pretty brilliant. Not only do you get to take advantage of the garlic flavor, but they're the perfect size for mini...


Time:   30-60 minutes

A fancy party snack without the hours of prep! Fresh dill and lemon juice bring a bright flavor to this dip. Try it with crackers or in lettuce wraps for a more...


Time:   under 30 minutes

It's about time movie night had an upgrade. This oven baked treat made with peanuts and molasses uses microwave popcorn to make it a quick treat.

Method:   oven, stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with fresh baby bella mushrooms, butter, prosciutto, fresh chives, cream cheese, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, dried tarragon, black pepper

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Roast beef is wrapped up in flour tortillas with cream cheese, veggies, and cheese.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with pickling spice, celery seed, slaked lime, water, green tomatoes, sugar, apple cider vinegar, alum, whole cloves, allspice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Crisp on the outside, meaty crab on the inside. Serve with a remoulade, tartar sauce, chili sauce, or another favorite dipping sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These tasty bites are made by dipping dill pickle chips in a cornmeal batter, then frying them until they're crispy and golden brown. The perfect appetizer for any occasion.

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This queso doesn't mess around! Two kinds of cheese are melted with dark beer, and chopped chipotle peppers are stirred in to heat things up.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes