Appetizers and Snacks

The buttermilk batter is the winning ingredient in this recipe. If you like onion rings, you'll love this recipe!

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   2-5 hours

Whip up a batch of open-faced Reubens and watch them disappear faster than your willingness to share. It's rye, it's tangy, it's cheesy goodness, no secrets here.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

For a work-intensive recipe like scratch-made dumplings, you'll want to make a big batch. This recipe serves 60, so whether you're serving these to a crowd or freezing them...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

The taco ring is a delicious and easy way to enjoy all of your favorite taco fixings in one tasty package.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

This melty pull-apart bread is the ultimate appetizer.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Every day we send out a featured recipe and our editor's favorite picks. Don't miss out!

Made with butterscotch chips, peanut butter, Chex cereal, milk chocolate chips

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

If you're a fan of bagels with cream cheese and lox (and who isn't) you'll go crazy for this dip. It makes a perfect party snack on crackers.


Time:   under 30 minutes

These aren't your grandma's oyster crackers. They're seasoned, they're sassy, and they're ready to crash your bland snack party.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

It's not just bacon, it's chicken-fried bacon! Serve with a dipping sauce like ketchup, gravy, or ranch dressing.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Gather your crew because BBQ kielbasa is here, and it's going to steal the show. Combining sweet, tangy, and savory in a way that makes every bite memorable is no easy feat...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

One of the biggest culprits of a boring salad is texture. Use these roasted, candied pecans to add a wonderful crunch to a massive variety of salads.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Onion-seasoned pretzels are a delicious and unique snack that are perfect for any occasion. The result is a crunchy, buttery, savory snack that is irresistible.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Buttermilk soaked chicken tenders are baked with a Parmesan and breadcrumb coating and served with a garlic and balsamic vinaigrette for dipping.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Baker's Fish House in Wagoner, Oklahoma is famous for their onion rings. They are made with a unique buttermilk batter and then deep fried until crisp and golden...

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

Making your own pickles is a win/win. Not only can you use up summer cucumbers while they're at their best, you get the awesome feeling of making them from scratch.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Recreate the magic of Disney's Fiesta Fun Center with this nacho cheese dip recipe. Experience the creamy, savory blend of cheeses and seasonings...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Stuffed mushrooms are your ticket to gourmet appetizers on easy mode. A mixture of tangy blue cheese and rich cream cheese is the key to these addicting, bite-sized pieces...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Slices of zucchini are dipped in a secret batter (ok, it's pancake batter) and deep fried until golden brown. Serve with a marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

As Bubba once said,"shrimp is the fruit of the sea." Do him proud with this copycat coconut shrimp from Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. The secret to the...

Method:   stovetop, deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

A popcorn treat perfect for watching movies, sports, or just snacking. Made with popped popcorn, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Miniature pretzels are coated with ranch salad dressing mix, garlic salt, cayenne pepper, and vegetable oil and then baked to soak in the flavors.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Crab cakes seem to get all the hype; give these clam cakes a shot instead. A crucial complement to clam chowder.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A little heat, a little sweet, and a whole lot of flavor. Jalapeno peppers are stuffed with boudin sausage and then wrapped in bacon and oven-baked.

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

Crab cocktail sauce has a different "tang" than your usual shrimp cocktail sauce to complement the flavor of the crab. Feel free to up the horseradish if you like extra...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Dazzle your friends with a Bacon-Cheese Ring that's creamy, cheesy, and addictively good. With just a few ingredients like cheddar, cream cheese, and crunchy pecans, this no-fuss...


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

Pick a peck of pickled pepperoncini! These hot peppers are delicious on an antipasto platter or in salads.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Smoked Salmon Mousse: for when you want to spread a little fancy on your crackers without spending a sea of time in the kitchen.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with celery, peanuts, lemon juice, onion, mayonnaise, butter, black pepper, Bisquick, milk

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Here's a salsa that's as easy as it is tasty. It's all blending and no chopping, so it's ideal for making a big batch for parties or game days.


Time:   1-2 hours

FEELING PICKLY? This recipe for pickles by the bushel has got you covered - it's the real dill!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This copycat planter's trail mix features a fun mix of textures and tastes, combining various nuts with the sweetness of chocolate and dried fruit.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Cheesy Andouille sausage bites baked with biscuit mix are just about the tastiest thing you can put on a toothpick. Creamy sauces like remoulade or spicy cajun mustard...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Sweet and tangy barbecue spareribs, slowly simmered in the crock pot. Perfect finger food (albeit a little messy).

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Kielbasa sausage is the perfect party food - especially when it's drunken! The kielbasa is cooked in a mixture of chili sauce, bourbon, and brown sugar, resulting in a sweet-savory...

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

A unique hummus made with garbanzo beans, artichoke hearts, garlic and spices. There is no tahini in this version which lowers the fat content significantly.


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

Craving something special? These mushrooms stuffed with crab and topped with Gruyere bring restaurant vibes straight to your kitchen. It's fancy but totally...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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


Time:   under 30 minutes

The pizza crust is made from refrigerated crescent roll dough. It's topped with a sauce of cream cheese, mayo, ranch salad dressing mix and lots of veggies.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with black beans, corn, red bell pepper, purple onion, and the special secret ingredient: toasted cumin seeds

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These onion squares are somewhere between a pizza and a quiche, but they're tasty however you slice them. The flavor of caramelized onions goes well with pretty much anything.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Out with ordinary onion rings. Dijon and beer make a bangin' batter for these babies, and the extra beer goes perfectly with all that fried goodness.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

Dried dates are cut in half, spread with blue cheese, and topped with toasted almonds. Delicious one-bite appetizers.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Picture this: crispy, golden-brown cheese bites that ooze deliciousness with each bite. These seasoned deep-fried cheddar cheese cubes are the perfect blend of crisp...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with celery, ground chicken, ground beef, bread, eggs, blue cheese, buffalo wing sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

The flavor of pecan pie in a tasty popcorn snack. Made with popcorn, pecans, maple syrup, butter, and brown sugar.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

The sweet and tart flavors in this creme fraiche dip complement each other perfectly and bring out the fresh flavor of strawberries or other fresh fruit.


Time:   under 30 minutes

These glazed meatballs will be a hit at your next cocktail party. A cup of bourbon for the barbecue glaze already has you breaking out the good stuff, so why not...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Pecan halves are coated in a mixture of sugar, salt, and cinnamon, then baked until crispy. Enjoy them as is, or use them to top salads, yogurt, or oatmeal.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes