17 Easy Appetizers To Put On Repeat
Appetizers are perfect for game days, movie nights and parties. We enjoy it on a regular days too with our family and friends.
Best Appetizers
Chicken And Avocado Ranch Burritos
It is one of the most popular appetizers in our home. The best thing is you can even make it ahead of time.
You need a cast iron grill pan. The recipe requires 15 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes of cooking time.
The ingredients include chicken thighs, cilantro, taco seasoning, olive oil, mozzarella cheese, Ranch dressing, flour tortillas, sour cream and avocados. You can enjoy it for dinner too.
Spinach And Artichoke Wonton Cups
This is a crowd pleaser and disappears immediately from the table. I love to make it one game days and movie nights too.
You need a muffin pan. The recipe requires 20 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
The ingredients include artichoke hearts, frozen spinach, salt, cooking spray, garlic powder, pepper, mayonnaise, and Wonton wrappers.
Keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and it will be good for 3 days.
Fudgy Chewy Brookies
These are one of my favorite brownie cookies. To get the best result ensure the butter is no too warm and also don’t overmix the batter.
It requires 15 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 338°F.
The ingredients include cocoa powder, baking powder, all purpose flour, butter, granulated sugar, eggs, dark chocolate and sugar.
Keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and it will be good for 5 days. It freezes well for 3 months.
Kool Aid Grapes
This is a hit among all age groups. Kids just love these. These are perfect for birthdays and picnics. It requires 1 hour of prep time and 1 day of freeze time.
The ingredients include Kool Aid mix and grapes. I never imagined that, with just a few ingredients, I would be able to make an appetizer that even the pickiest of eaters love.
Bruschetta Dip
It is one of the best appetizers. I was served this at my friend’s party, and I was completely mesmerized.
It requires 10 minutes of prep time. The ingredients include Alouette cheese, pita chips, balsamic vinaigrette, basil, and tomatoes. It is best served with pita chips.
Whenever I host a party, I make sure to include this in my appetizer menu as I know everyone loves it.
Goat Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers
This vegetarian appetizer is easy to make and is such a crowd pleaser. The best thing is, these are rich in nutrients.
It requires 25 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
The ingredients include goat cheese, sweet mini bell peppers, black pepper, thyme and balsamic glaze.
Keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and it will be good for up to 4 days.
Fruit Salsa With Cinnamon Crisps
It is one of the most popular appetizers and is quick and easy to make. The recipe is perfect for movie nights or for bridal showers.
You can make cinnamon crips 3-4 days in advance. Keep it in a sealed container in the fridge.
The recipe needs 15 minutes of prep time and 12 minutes of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
The ingredients include apples, strawberries, cooking spray, flour tortillas and fruit preserves.
Cowboy Cream Cheese
It is one of my favorite spreads and goes well with chips, crackers, pretzels and burgers. You need a cream cheese block, and it can be softened either through microwave or warm water.
You can make it up to two days in advance, keep it in a sealed container in the fridge. The recipe requires 10 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking time.
The ingredients include chives, Dijon mustard, parsley, cream cheese and paprika. You can replace cream cheese with Neufchatel cheese.
Keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge, and it will be good for up to a week. It freezes well for 3 months.
Parmesan Zucchini And Corn
You can serve it as an appetizer or as a side dish. The best thing is, it’s versatile. You need a cast-iron skillet.
The recipe requires 10 minutes of prep time and 5 minutes of cooking time. The ingredients include zucchini, Parmesan cheese, corn, oregano and thyme.
You can add crispy bacon or jalapeno. It is best served with protein dishes or pasta. Keep the leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge, and it will be good for up to 4 days.
Taco Cups
These are perfect appetizers for a game day or a movie night. I made it for regular parties and birthdays too, and people loved it. You need a muffin tin.
You can make it with pantry staples. It requires 15 minutes of prep time and 18 minutes of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
The ingredients include wonton wrappers, cumin, paprika, black pepper and ground beef. Top it up with guacamole or sour cream. You can replace ground beef with ground chicken or ground turkey.
Feta Dip
It is one of the easiest and quickest appetizers to make. You can make it in just 10 minutes. The recipe calls for a food processor and dipping bowls.
Preheat the oven to 350°F. The ingredients include feta cheese, cream cheese, dill, lemon juice and Greek yogurt. It is best served with crackers or pita chips.
You can replace Greek yogurt with mayonnaise or sour cream. Keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and it will be good for 4-5 days.
Buffalo Chicken Quinoa Bites
This is such a crowd pleaser and it is one of my favorite appetizers. I earn a lot of praise whenever I make it.
It requires 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 20 minutes.
The ingredients include buffalo sauce, chicken, quinoa, dipping sauce, dried dill, beaten egg, whole wheat flour and goat cheese.
Pan Fried Cinnamon Bananas
This snack is loved by even the pickiest of eaters. It is a quick and easy appetizer. Top it up on a dessert, you will love it. Use ripe bananas to make it.
I was served this at a tea party couple od years back and I loved it. Since then, I made it umpteen times. The recipe requires 5 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of cooking time.
The ingredients include bananas, butter, cinnamon and honey. I love to serve this with yogurt.
Garlic Bread With Cheese
This is one of the top-rated appetizers. It can be a great make-ahead recipe. The tools required are a box cheese grater, a baking sheet, a garlic twister and a pizza cutter roller blade.
It requires 5 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
The ingredients include French bread, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic and butter.
Keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and it will be good for 3 days. It freezes well for 3 months. You can serve it with meatballs or pasta recipes.
Caprese Dip
It is one of the most requested dip recipes. I make it for game day or movie night as I know my folks want this badly. I don’t wait for summer, I enjoy it all year long.
You need an 8×8 baking dish. It requires 5 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
The ingredients include cherry tomatoes, provolone cheese, basil, parmesan cheese, and tortilla chips. It is best served with crusty bread or pita chips.
Keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and it will be good for 2-3 days.
Loaded Nachos
Loaded nachos are such a crowd pleaser. It is popular across all age groups. You need a baking sheet, ramekins, spice rack and box cheese grater.
The recipe requires 20 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking time. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
The ingredients include ground beef, refried beans, tortilla chips, guacamole and bell peppers. Keep the leftovers in a sealed container the fridge and it will be good for 1-2 days.
Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball
I love to make it whenever I host a party. It can be made ahead of time and that is great news for people who are busy in their lives. You need a Silicone spatula.
It requires 15 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of chilling time. The ingredients include bacon, cream cheese, Ranch seasoning mix, cheddar cheese, and garlic powder.
Keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge, and it will be good for up to 5 days.