Made with ground cinnamon, popcorn, apple-cinnamon-flavored cereal rings, dried apples, caramels, water, butter or margarine
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Appetizers and Snacks

Appetizers can be a casual snack, the center of attention at a cocktail party, or the precursor to an entree.
Find something for any occasion - from simple finger food to elegant hors d'oeuvres - dips, salsa, stuffed mushrooms, hot bites and cold nibbles, chicken wings and so many more tasty tidbits!
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Caramel Apple Popcorn Balls
Cranberry Kielbasa
Made with cranberry sauce, kielbasa, cocktail wieners or lil' smokies, seafood cocktail sauce
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Greek Poor Man's Caviar (To Chaviari Tou Ftochou)
Made with whole-wheat bread crumbs, white pepper, black olives, green olives, capers, lemon juice, garlic, fresh flat leaf parsley, olive oil, dried...
Time: 2-5 hours
Puttin' On The Ritz Tea Sandwiches
Made with white bread, hard-cooked eggs, mayonnaise, salt and pepper, fresh dill, butter
Time: under 30 minutes
Brooklyn Cafe Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
Made with egg yolk, lump crab meat, aioli, Creole seasoning, egg, fresh parsley, butter, clarified butter or olive oil, garlic, kosher salt
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
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Snail Sandwiches
Made with red and yellow bell peppers or chives, sweet gherkin pickles, whole wheat or flour tortillas, mayonnaise, Monterey Jack or American cheese, sliced turkey, baby spinach
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat McCormick & Schmick's Blue Crab Cakes
Made with fresh parsley, blue crab meat, white bread, Worcestershire sauce, salt, dry mustard, black pepper, bay seasoning, pasteurized eggs, mayonnaise
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Copycat Ruby Tuesday's Spinach Y Queso Dip
This rich dip is no longer on the menu at Ruby Tuesday but that doesn't mean you have to miss out. This spinach dip is always a hit at parties.
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Train Wreck
Made with cream cheese, cocktail shrimp, cocktail sauce, Wheat Thin crackers
Time: under 30 minutes
Bacon and Cheddar Munchies
Made with all-purpose flour, Cheddar cheese, dry mustard, paprika, cayenne pepper, butter, bacon, crisped rice cereal
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Jalapeno Cheesecake
Made with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, egg, garlic, jalapeno jelly
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
8-Layer Mexican Dip - No Meat Version
Made with ripe olives, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, guacamole, taco seasoning mix, salsa, lettuce, green onions
Time: under 30 minutes
Deviled Ham Cream Cheese Dip
If you're looking for a snack that's easy to whip up and even easier to gobble down, you've landed in the right spot. This deviled ham cream cheese dip is the perfect...
Time: 1-2 hours
Appetizer English Muffins
These English muffins get an upgrade with a cheesy mayonnaise topping, zesty curry, and olives, baked to a bubbly finish.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Cheddar Fondue
Made with bread, butter or margarine, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, milk, cheddar cheese
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Carlos and Charlie's Tuna Dip
Made with tortilla chips, cilantro, canned tuna, pickled jalapenos, onion, mayonnaise
Time: under 30 minutes
Crab Rangoon
Made with egg roll wrappers, salt, cream cheese, crab meat, garlic powder, onion powder, white wine, sesame oil
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Crab Rangoon with Plum Sauce
Made with vinegar, ketchup, crab meat, cream cheese, A-1 steak sauce, garlic powder, wonton skins, plum preserves, water
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Easy Beef Nachos
Made with black olives, tomato, lettuce, ground beef, refried beans, chunky salsa, enchilada seasoning, cheddar cheese, Monterey jack cheese, white tortilla chips
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Beer Cheese Fondue
Made with sliced jalapeno peppers, flour, chili powder, Monterey jack cheese, sharp Cheddar cheese, beer, garlic, green chiles
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
Luby's Stuffed Jalapenos
Made with mayonnaise, pimiento, jalapenos, cream cheese, dried chives
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Little Smokies Appetizer
Made with grape jelly, cocktail wieners, chili sauce
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Lobster Mousse
Made with hot pepper sauce, lemon juice, mayonnaise, fresh lobsters, water, unflavored gelatin, onion, white pepper, green bell pepper, tarragon
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Canned Bean Bean Dip
Made with chile powder, garlic salt, black beans, pinto beans, green chiles, salsa, shredded cheese
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Spinach, Cheddar, And Bacon Dip Baked In A Bread Bowl
Made with French, Italian or pumpernickel bread, Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, dill weed, bacon, onion, fresh spinach
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Hot Bacon Cheese Dip
Made with bacon, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, half-and-half, Worcestershire sauce, onion, prepared mustard
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Cheddar Cheese Chutney Crab Dip
Made with green onions, cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, crab meat, chutney, almonds
Time: under 30 minutes
Honey Mustard Dip With Sour Cream
Versatile and easy to prepare, this honey mustard dip blends creamy sour cream, sharp Dijon mustard, and sweet honey. Ideal for dipping fresh veggies, pretzels, or as...
Time: 1-2 hours
Crab Cakes With Warm Remoulade Sauce
Made with white or yellow onion, celery, garlic, parsley, green onions, onion, lump or claw crab meat, bread crumbs, olive oil
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Fiesta Cheesecake
Made with cream cheese, monterey jack cheese, green chiles, sour cream, ground red pepper, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red bell pepper, green onions, tomato
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Cheddar Cheese Spread
Made with salt, red pepper, butter, Cheddar cheese, milk, dry mustard
Time: over 5 hours
Marinated Slow Cooker Chicken Tenders
Made with seasoned salt, salt, chicken tenders, Italian salad dressing, vegetable oil, flour
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Artichoke Puree With Toasts
Made with French bread, artichoke hearts, heavy cream, lemon juice, salt and white pepper, pistachio
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Delicious Bisquick Sausage Squares
Made with chopped green chilies, baking mix, milk, mayonnaise, Italian pork sausage, onion, egg, Cheddar cheese
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Angel Of Death Cheese Spread
Made with cheesecloth, gorgonzola or bleu cheese, ricotta cheese, garlic, walnuts, sage, salt
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Aceitunas Alinadas (Olives In Oil)
Made with cumin seed, lemon peel, green Spanish olives, olive oil, red wine vinegar, bay leaf, garlic, black pepper
Time: over 5 hours
Cheesy Rice Cake Nachos
Made with sour cream, miniature rice cake snacks, salsa, jalapeno peppers, cheddar cheese, guacamole
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Spam Bites
Made with sour cream, ranch salad dressing, sweetened corn cereal, butter flavored crackers, garlic powder, onion powder, Spam Classic, egg, processed cheese
Method: microwave, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Shrimp Butter Dip
Dip into decadence with this shrimp butter dip, a creamy blend of sea-kissed shrimp and tangy cream cheese that's sure to be the catch of the day at any gathering.
Time: under 30 minutes
Cold Creamy Crab Dip
Made with crackers, almonds, crab meat, cream cheese, sour cream, green onion, hot sauce, paprika, ranch dressing mix, salt and freshly ground black pepper
Time: 30-60 minutes
Chile Lime Roasted Nuts
Made with peanuts, peanut oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, sugar, Kosher salt
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Greek-Style Marinated Mushrooms
Made with mushrooms, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, coriander seeds, dried thyme, dried oregano, black pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Barbara Eden's Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms
Made with lemon juice, mushrooms, olive oil, Romano cheese, parsley, salt, black pepper, cream cheese, bread crumbs, crab meat
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Festive Chicken And Cranberry Tea Sandwiches
Made with butter or margarine, mayonnaise, cranberries, pecans, salt, black pepper, bread, cooked chicken, lettuce
Time: under 30 minutes
Bacon Wrapped Pretzels
Made with pretzel rods, bacon, Parmesan cheese
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Nachos Bell Grande
Made with tomato, sour cream, ground beef, nacho cheese soup, water, taco seasoning mix, tortilla chips
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Dave And Buster's Margherita Pizza Dip
Made with basil pesto, butter, garlic, Roma tomatoes, basil, seasoned salt or salt, chunky tomato sauce, black pepper, Boursin cheese
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Santa Fe Chicken Quesadillas
Made with cooking spray, sharp Cheddar cheese, salsa, chicken breast, fresh cilantro, cumin, chopped green chilies, flour tortillas
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Lone Star Chili Dip
Made with tortilla chips, scallions, sour cream, garlic salt, refried beans, spicy chili with beef and beans, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, ground cumin
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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