Appetizers and Snacks

Spinach, feta, cottage cheese, and eggs form a creamy and satisfying filling for buttered pastry sheets. Perfect for sharing at a big brunch!

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with vinegar, sugar, beets, onion, hard cooked eggs

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

A healthier version of French fries. Jicama strips are seasoned and baked in the oven or air fryer until crisp. Serve with ketchup or other dipping sauce.

Method:   microwave, oven, air fryer
Time:   30-60 minutes

Delicious salsa with black beans for something a little more substantial than your typical dip. With a bite from jalapeno, this chunky salsa is great on tortilla chips...


Time:   30-60 minutes

It's got hot and spicy in the name, so don't be surprised when it's got a kick and a half. Chex, nuts, and cheese crackers make a perfect by-the-handful party...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

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

This dish marries tender meatballs with a flavorful barbecue sauce. The best part? The oven does the initial cooking, then your crockpot steps in to let those flavors...

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Forget the store-bought dips, this fresh tasting, creamy dip is much more deserving of your crackers and veggies.


Time:   1-2 hours

Forget what you know about shrimp cocktail, because this Mexican variation just changed the game. It's halfway between spicy cocktail sauce and citrusy ceviche.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

These crispy pieces of bacon are sweet and tangy. Great for a snack, crumbled and added to a recipe, or sprinkled on a salad.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Spicy chorizo makes a spectacular filling for empanadas. These scratch-made savory bites will make a fun cooking project with a tasty, tasty ending.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Jalapenos are stuffed with a cream cheese and monterey jack cheese mixture and wrapped in bacon before grilling.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

A creamy dip made with milk, salsa, cream cheese, imitation crab, green onions, and green chiles. Heat it in the crock pot and serve warm with your favorite dippers.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

This quick method will give you a similar flavor to traditional smoked eggs (which are a lot more work). Serve the smoky eggs as an appetizer or snack, similar to pickled eggs.

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

Some very incognito pizza rolls. Egg roll wraps actually make the perfect vehicle for pizza toppings since all that ooey gooey cheese could use a crispy crunch to...

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Coat your favorite pretzels in a mixture of garlic salt, dill, lemon pepper, and ranch salad dressing mix for a tasty snack.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Pinwheel appetizers made with sour cream, cream cheese, green chiles, black olives, Cheddar cheese, green onions, and seasonings all rolled up in flour tortillas.


Time:   2-5 hours

Refried beans, cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, lettuce, and chopped veggies are topped with cheese and black olives to make a dip you can't stop eating.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Say hello to your new secret weapon for quick treats: Butterscotch Nibblers. With just four ingredients and a few steps, you'll have a sweet snack without the fuss.

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

Sauteed scallops strike the ideal balance between elegance and ease of preparation. Ready in under half an hour, these scallops get their tasty flavor from simple, fresh ingredients.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Use this easy-to-make dipping chocolate as a coating for all kinds of candies or fruit. You can use milk, dark, semisweet, or bittersweet chocolate.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

This cocktail sauce has just the right proportions of chili sauce, ketchup, and horseradish. It's spicy without being too hot but yet has just the right "bite" to it.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with Italian bread, mozzarella cheese, herb and garlic dry soup mix, sour cream, ricotta cheese, pepperoni

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Good, homemade salsa makes such a difference over flavorless store-bought jars. Starting with ripe tomatoes is crucial, so if they're in season then you're on your way to a sensational...

Method:   microwave
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

These chicken and shrimp filled dumplings with a zesty dipping sauce are perfect for an appetizer or entree.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This is a great, savory party spread. It has a garlic-cornmeal crust that's topped with a rich gorgonzola and cream cheese filling with dollops of roasted garlic throughout.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Grilled chicken strips, marinated in a homemade yellow curry paste and zesty peanut butter mixture, served with a flavorful spicy peanut...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

This popcorn snack has a hint of nacho flavors when coated with paprika, crushed red pepper, cumin, butter, and Parmesan cheese.


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

Deep-fried artichoke hearts are a delicious appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. They are easy to make and can be served alone or with a variety of dipping...

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Two Southern favorites come together in this recipe: pimento cheese and deviled eggs.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Put fast food nuggets to shame. Parmesan and panko give chicken that cravable, crucial crust that you know so well. Marinara or little homemade honey mustard would make...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Kirby pickles are named after the Kirby cucumber, which is a small, firm cucumber that is well suited for pickling.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Layers of cream cheese blended with pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, and all sorts of herbs and garnishes make a beautiful spread that any cracker would be lucky to have.


Time:   2-5 hours

Need a last minute party recipe? Try this two-ingredient dip. Just mix, chill, and serve.


Time:   1-2 hours

Breakfast burritos with scrambled eggs are great, so why not Tex-Mex deviled eggs? They're great served as a party appetizer or on the side of a taco salad.


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

Fill pitted dates with whole almonds and wrap in strips of bacon. Pop in the oven and watch the yumminess happen.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black pepper, celery seed, turmeric, zucchini, onion, red bell pepper, green chiles, canning salt, sugar, vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Corn salsa is a fun change of pace to pair with tortilla chips or works outstandingly as a topping for homemade burritos and bowls. Check out this recipe with fresh tomatoes and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Serve this pesto-like dip with sliced Italian or French bread.


Time:   under 30 minutes

There's avocado everything these days, so it was only a matter of time until they got turned into fries. Panko-coated avocado slices would go perfect with a Mexican main...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A simplified version of spinach dip. Add your own favorite seasonings to change up the flavors.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Beans, beans, they're good for your heart - and a whole lot more. This instant refried beans mix packs a punch when it comes to flavor and convenience.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This basic recipe for deviled eggs gets a little extra flavor from the addition of bacon to the filling. Bacon makes everything better.


Time:   1-2 hours