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    Easy Party Appetizers

    By: Jessica · Posted: Aug 6, 2017 · Updated: Dec 17, 2024 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy.

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    Easy Appetizers For a Party or For Snacking – A collection of party appetizers that are simple to whip up for guests or just for enjoying at home!

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    Easy Party Appetizers

    Before any of my parties, I find myself thinking

    Ok, now that I know what the theme is… what in the heck am I going to make?

    Most of the time, I LOVE to fix appetizers for a party, more than main dishes. It’s easier for the guests to pick at all evening, and it leaves a ton of variety instead of trying to pick one or two main dishes, HOPING everyone likes it.

    I’ve found that a lot of you are looking for party appetizers too, so I wanted to make it super easy for you to find some great recipes and ideas. Besides, that’s what we’re all about here, isn’t it? (Real life. Well Styled.)

    So you’ll find all of the easy party appetizers from our archives right here on this page… all in one place! Simply select the one that tickles your fancy and it will take you right to the recipe!

    Baked Brie with Maple Syrup and Bacon

    Maple Baked Brie 

    Gooey melty cheese, topped with crunchy nuts and sweet maple syrup makes a great appetizer that everyone will want to grab a second taste of.

    Ham and cheese sliders stacked on top of one another.

    Ham and Cheese Sliders

    Sometimes called “funeral sandwiches” these sliders are the perfect party food or even an easy dinner idea!

    Little smokies in grape jelly and bbq sauce, cooked in crockpot, in green bowl.

    BBQ Little Smokies

    Made in the Crock Pot, these little smokies are a crowd-pleaser at any type of party! Easy to make, simple ingredients, and tons of flavor!

    Reuben dip in white pie dish, and a spoon scooping out a serving.

    Reuben Sandwich Dip

    Serve this cheesy meaty dip with crusty rye bread slices. This is a unique and tasty way to get the sandwich flavor you crave in a dish that can feed a crowd.

    A plate of soft pretzels with cheese dip.

    Homemade Soft Pretzels

    Everyone loves a soft pretzel. Make these for a delicious appetizer that you can top with seasonings, or dip into melty cheese.

    A platter of smoked stuffed mushrooms.

    Smoked Stuffed Mushrooms

    A platter of stuffed mushrooms is always a good idea for a party food to share. This recipe makes stuffed mushrooms even tastier by smoking them.

    Pizza monkey bread with sauce in a bowl.

    Pizza Monkey Bread

    This take on pizza is perfect for a crowd. Everyone will want to dip this cheesy treat into sauce for a really delicious appetizer option!

    Bacon wrapped dates that are stuffed with blue cheese.

    Bacon Wrapped Dates

    Make a tasty yet elegant option to wow your guests with these bacon wrapped dates. They are sweet, salty and so yummy!

    Cheese board with pita, grapes, and nuts.

    Cheese Board

    Setting up an epic cheese board doesn’t have to be complicated. This idea uses fruit, cheese, nuts and crackers to set up a spread worthy of celebrating at your next gathering.

    Mini potato trifles with sour cream on top with bacon crumbles.

    Easy Potato Trifles

    These trifles have all of the goodies you like on a baked potato like bacon and cheese, but they are served in little glasses for a parfait unlike any other!

    Frito Chili Pie in food boat.
    Frito Chili Pie with all the fixings!

    Frito Chili Pie

    Appetizers don’t have to be fancy! Tasty is enough to make it worthy of sharing. This recipe makes for a frito pie that your guests will work up an appetite for.

    A bowl of pico de gallo.

    Easy Pico de Gallo

    Set out a bag of chips and a big bowl of this easy pico de gallo for a simple yet satisfying appetizer. Everyone is going to love these fresh flavors.

    Close-up of chicken empanadas.

    Cheesy Chicken Empanadas

    These empanadas are loaded with chicken, cheese and rotel tomatoes for a really delicious snack. These are portable so you can munch and mingle at your next party.

    Bacon ranch and chicken bites on a cake stand.

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Crescent Cups

    These crescent cups are filled with chicken bacon ranch flavor for a snack that everyone will hope to grab seconds of. Maybe you should make a double batch for your party?

    Fruit and crackers sitting next to cream cheese dip in a small white bowl, all on a white platter.

    Fruit Board

    This easy spread offers fruit, cookies and the best dip! Set this out for your guests to graze on and you are sure to have a sweet party.

    Slices of focaccia bread, on a wooden cutting board.

    Easy Focaccia Bread

    You can’t go wrong with homemade bread as a starter. This recipe is so easy to make, you might want to add it to your weekly routine for fresh and flavorful bread.

    Berries stuffed with cheesecake.

    Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries

    I know you are going to love this recipe for strawberries stuffed with creamy cheesecake. This is easy and so elegant! Serve these at a party for a summer inspired snack.

    A bowl of jalapeno artichoke dip.

    Jalapeno Artichoke Dip

    This dip is creamy, spicy and so good! Serve with chips, crusty bread or crackers for a crowd pleasing appetizer.

    A pile of pigs in a blanket.

    Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket

    You can’t go wrong with a classic like pigs in a blanket for a snack. This recipe is so easy to make as it bakes in the air fryer for perfectly flaky rolls with beefy franks in the middle.

    Football cheeseball on platter that's made out of food to look like football field.

    Loaded Cream Cheese Dip

    While this appetizer is perfect for football party food, it is so tasty you can serve it at any gathering. Be sure to have a variety of dippers to go with this dish.

    Southwestern egg rolls on a plate with green dipping sauce.

    Southwest Egg Rolls

    These egg rolls have the best flavor! They are made with chicken, corn, black beans and plenty of spices. You are going to love this tasty dipping sauce also.

    Close-up of pinwheel sandwich on cutting board.

    Pinwheel Sandwiches

    These mini sandwiches are easy to make, using deli meat, cheese and your favorite toppings!

    A plate of portobello mushrooms.

    Baked Portobello Mushrooms

    Baked portobello mushrooms with plenty of cheese and spices makes for a really tasty offering to serve to guests at your next party.

    A platter of pinwheels shaped like a tree.

    Christmas Tree Pinwheels

    The presentation of this appetizer makes it the perfect holiday party food. This recipe is so delicious you can serve it anytime of year for a crowd pleasing snack.

    A bowl of elote dip with chips.

    Elote Dip

    Mexican street corn flavor is going to be a big hit as an appetizer. This recipe is fuss free and makes enough that everyone can have a bite of this great dip!

    A charcuterie board shaped like a Christmas tree.

    Christmas Tree Charcuterie

    Plan to make this epic and adorable charcuterie board for the holidays! It has such a colorful and tasty variety of ingredients so everyone can find their favorite combination.

    Spicy ranch crackers close-up.

    Spicy Ranch Crackers

    If you want something simple yet so good to snack on with friends, then try this easy spicy ranch crackers! These are so tasty you won’t be able to stop at just one.

    A cheesy biscuit.

    Cheddar Biscuits

    If you love those iconic biscuits from Red Lobster, then you will appreciate this recipe. It has plenty of cheese, butter and garlic to make a biscuit that will keep everyone coming back to the food table for another taste.

    Air fryer buffalo chicken tenders on plate next to ranch dressing.

    Air Fryer Buffalo Tenders

    This finger food is perfect for a party or just to snack on! If you are a fan of bold buffalo flavor, then you are going to want to make these ASAP. Serve with blue cheese dip and celery on the side.

    Cheese dip with soft pretzels.

    Pretzel Cheese Dip

    If you want a simple snack that was made to share, then try this cheese dip with pretzels. This is so cheesy and so delicious!

    Orange bell pepper slice being dipped in to smoked queso.

    Smoked Queso

    You can’t go wrong with chips and smoky, cheesy queso as a starter. This recipe is perfect for taco night, or anytime you need some melty cheesy goodness in your day.

    Texas toast topped with pizza toppings.

    Texas Toast Pizza

    Who could resist pizza as a starter? This recipe uses garlic bread to make a tiny slice of pizza that is bursting with buttery, garlic flavors!

    A casserole with taco layer dip.

    Taco Layer Dip

    Taco dip is such a good starter or snack. But, it is so delicious that you could totally make a meal of this! Serve with chips and soft taco shells for a dish that you will fall in love with from the first bite.

    A bowl of rotel dip with chips.

    Rotel Dip

    Cheesy, spicy dip with plenty of ground beef, chiles and spices makes for such a good starter. Serve this with taco night, enchiladas or just as a snack.

    Close up of bbq meatballs.

    Slow Cooker BBQ Meatballs

    Pop these meatballs in the slow cooker with plenty of bbq sauce and grape jelly. This recipe uses sriracha to spice things up for a delicious flavor addition. I know you will love these as a party food, or serve them at the holidays for a light snack.

    A skillet of queso with black beans, corn and lime.

    Cowboy Queso

    Make this queso with black beans, corn and plenty of cheese for a starter that is so tasty and filling! Serve with chips, but save a few spoons to top your taco with, if you can!

     A bowl of saucy meatballs.

    Instant Pot Frozen Meatballs

    Go from frozen to fabulous in no time with this easy instant pot recipe that is great for any occasion. These are ready in just 4 minutes for fast and filling food!

    A bowl of blue cheese dip surrounded by veggies.

    Buffalo Bacon Blue Cheese Dip

    Serve this extra flavorful dip with chips, crusty bread or fresh raw veggies for the best starter. This is great to offer guests, or to graze on before dinner. It has a pronounced flavor that you are sure to find delectable.

    Close-up of blue cheese dip in white bowl.

    Blue Cheese Dip

    If you enjoy the flavor of blue cheese this is the dip for you! It has simple ingredients, takes no time to make, and goes so well with fresh veggies, chips or crackers.

    Guacamole in a small white bowl.

    Homemade Guacamole

    A great appetizer doesn’t have to be complicated. This guacamole recipe uses plenty of fresh veggies to make a starter that you will want to serve with many future meals.

    Air fried shrimp on a white plate, sitting next to a lemon.

    Air Fryer Shrimp

    Pop these succulent shrimp into the air fryer for a fast first course. Pair with your favorite cocktail sauce for a classic appetizer option.

    A dish of hot taco dip topped with onion and tomato.

    Hot Taco Dip

    Serving something spicy tonight? Why not offer this tasty taco dip as a starter? This also makes a good option for parties as it is delicious and easy.

    Close-up of pinwheel sandwich on cutting board.

    Pinwheels

    Make a few of these pinwheels, and cut them into rounds to share with friends at a party. These have so many fresh flavors to entice your guests to have a bite.

    Marinated grilled shrimp kabobs

    Grilled Shrimp Marinade

    Make this marinade for grilled shrimp and serve this as your first course. These would be great on lettuce cups, skewered with grilled veggies, or on mini tacos.

    Sliders with crunchy fried chicken and pickles.

    Fried Chicken Sliders

    Bring classic fried chicken flavor to your first course with these sliders. They are small in size but have such the big, tasty flavor of comfort food in every bite. 

    A stack of Italian sliders.

    Italian Sliders

    Serve some super flavorful sliders as an appetizer if you want to indulge in sub shop flavors while serving a healthy dinner.

    A  bowl of fruit salad with honey lime dressing.

    Honey Lime Fruit Salad

    Start the meal with a bowl of juicy fruit salad with a tantalizing dressing for an appetizer that appeals to everyone! Use your favorite in season fruits to make this salad unique to your preferences.

    Everything bagel dip with fresh veggies and bagel chips.

    Everything But The Bagel Dip

    Serve this flavorful dip with veggies, chips, bread or even bagel chips if you like. It has a great flavor that works as party food, or a simple starter for so many meals.

    A plate of saucy sloppy joe sliders with cheese.

    Sloppy Joe Sliders

    Start the meal off with some saucy sloppy joe sliders. These are just the right size to entice your appetite for more.

    A plate of wontons made with guacamole.

    Avocado Wontons

    If you love the flavor of guacamole, then you need to make these fresh and flavorful wontons. Make them in your air fryer for a super healthy appetizer everyone will love.

    Strawberry jalapeno bruschetta.

    Strawberry Jalapeno Bruschetta

    Sweet, spicy and so good are the ways to describe this bruschetta recipe. Use in season berries and peppers for the freshest flavor.

    Mussels cooked and in plate.

    Mediterranean Style Mussels 

    This fancy starter is so easy to make! They have a great Mediterranean flavor that feels elegant, but is fuss free for the perfect party food.

    More Party Ideas

    Whew! That’s a lot of party appetizer recipes! I hope you found one or 15 recipes that you want to make! If you now have your party menu planned and need decorating thought-starters, feel free to browse my easy party ideas to snag more simple and easy party planning ideas!

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    1. Linda Carroll says

      November 04, 2017 at 7:05 am

      I got the black bean taco recipe ingredients, hiwever there were no instructions on how to put them together. Could you send them to me.

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      • Jessica says

        November 04, 2017 at 9:40 am

        Hi Linda! I’m happy to! But I’m not sure which black bean taco recipe you’re talking about. Are you talking about the taco pinwheels? https://fantabulosity.com/easy-party-appetizer-taco-pinwheels
        Or we also have the chicken tacos with black beans: https://fantabulosity.com/dinner-recipe-quick-easy-soft-chicken-tacos/
        If it’s one of those, the links should take you to the instructions on how to put them together! But if you have any trouble finding it, please let me know! 🙂

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