Easy Party Appetizers: 25+ Best Crowd-Pleasing Recipes For Any Party! (2024)

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These easy party appetizers feature many tasty, crowd-pleasing recipes that take minimal effort! No matter what type of party you're throwing, these finger foods, snacks, and dips never disappoint! Choose a few recipes and set up an awesome appetizer spread!

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25 Best Easy Party Appetizer Recipes
1. Crockpot BBQ Meatballs
2. Easy Air Fyer Pretzel Bites
3. Hummus
4. Cheese Platter
5. Olive Dip
6. Cream Cheese Salsa Dip
7. Air Fryer Meatballs
8. Ranch Cheese Ball
9. Sour Cream Chip Dip
10. Baked Chicken Wings
11. Buffalo Chicken Dip
12. Crab Cakes
13. Air Fryer Pigs In A Blanket
14. RoTel Dip
15. Pinwheel Sandwiches
16. Charcuterie Board
17. Cream Cheese Wontons
18. Bisquick Sausage Balls
19. Stuffed Pizza Bombs
20. 7-Layer Dip
21. Cheese and Bacon Turnovers
22. Beer Cheese Dip
23. Hot Imitation Crab Dip
24. Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp
25. Parmesan Roasted Artichokes
Tips For Choosing The Easiest Party Appetizers
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25 Best Easy Party Appetizer Recipes

I love throwing a good party, but I always forget how hectic it can be. When the day arrives, there's the cleaning, the decorating, and all the other small details that come with hosting a party.

That's why I make things a little bit easier on myself by serving some super simple yet delicious appetizers! I can whip up these recipes quickly, and they are always devoured!

1. Crockpot BBQ Meatballs

I love crockpot recipes for parties because they are entirely hands-off! I skewer these BBQ meatballs with toothpicks and serve them on a platter for easy snacking.

Crockpot BBQ Meatballs

These Crockpot BBQ meatballs are tangy and sweet, only use 3 simple ingredients, and take no effort to prepare! Just mix everything together and leave the meatballs to cook in your slow cooker! You can serve them as an appetizer with toothpicks or as an entree with some rice, noodles, rolls, and more!

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2. Easy Air Fyer Pretzel Bites

These easy air fryer pretzel bites can be made from scratch with just a handful of ingredients and about 15 minutes of time. They are delicious when dipped in honey mustard, ranch dressing, or just about anything else!

Easy Air Fryer Pretzel Bites

These easy air fryer pretzel bites are the perfect salty, soft, and chewy appetizer for any party, game day, or family gathering! This easy recipe features refrigerated pizza dough and a few ingredients for a simple egg wash to brush on the bites before they air fry. Serve them with some tasty cheese dip, ranch dip, or your favorite mustard for a shareable snack everyone will love!

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3. Hummus

Homemade hummus with vegetables is a delicious appetizer that guests can feel good about eating. This is a great choice if any of the attendees are vegetarian or vegan!

Hummus

This hummus recipe is perfect for creating the creamiest and most delicious hummus dip you have ever tasted! You can pair it with crackers, vegetables, bread, and more for a tasty appetizer or snack. Plus, there's no cooking required as everything is combined in a food processor and blended until smooth!

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4. Cheese Platter

Everyone loves a cheese platter with an assortment of cheeses, fruit, nuts, or crackers. All you have to do is slice the cheese and arrange everything on a platter so that it looks appealing!

Cheese Platter

A cheese platter is an impressive appetizer that's incredibly easy to make for any party, gathering, or get-together! I cover tips and tricks to help you assemble an amazing assortment of cheese and accompaniments that will make the most enticing platter ever! Plus, I even walk you through how to arrange, label, and present your cheese platter too!

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5. Olive Dip

This creamy chip dip is made with a splash of green olive juice and some chopped green olives for lots of briny olive flavor! It's delicious as a spread on sandwiches or served with chips or crackers.

Olive Dip

Olive dip is a delicious and savory appetizer that's perfect for entertaining or as a quick and easy snack. Made with salty green olives, this dip is loaded with rich, bold flavors that are sure to delight your taste buds. Best of all, it takes only a few minutes to make, then you can just pop it in the fridge until you need it!

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6. Cream Cheese Salsa Dip

All you need for this creamy chip dip is a jar of salsa and some cream cheese! It's perfect for any party but totally fits the theme for Cinco de Mayo or any other occasion where Mexican food is on the menu.

Cream Cheese Salsa Dip

This cream cheese salsa dip only uses two ingredients, is ready in just a few minutes, and can be enjoyed hot or cold! It is the easiest (and most addictive) dip you will ever try! Trust me, you'll be serving this dip at every party!

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7. Air Fryer Meatballs

Like the BBQ crockpot meatballs, these air fryer meatballs make a great starter when skewered with a toothpick. These meatballs are a little more elegant and simple but just as delicious!

Air Fryer Meatballs

These air fryer meatballs are a quick, easy, and completely delicious dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, snack, or entree! Eat them by themselves, or pair them with your other favorite recipes! No matter how you choose to serve these homemade meatballs, everyone will be coming back for more!

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8. Ranch Cheese Ball

This creamy ranch cheese ball is suitable for any kind of party! A coating of pecans on the outside is optional but makes for the most delightful crunch!

Ranch Cheese Ball

9. Sour Cream Chip Dip

Smooth and creamy sour cream chip dip is another simple appetizer that always satisfies a crowd. Just pick up a bag of classic potato chips at the store for serving!

Sour Cream Chip Dip

Sour cream chip dip is an incredibly easy and delicious appetizer to bring to your next tailgate, potluck, or family get-together! This homemade dip combines a full 16-ounce container of sour cream with simple herbs and spices (no dill). Serve it with your favorite chips or sliced veggies and you've got yourself a crowd-pleasing appetizer dip!

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10. Baked Chicken Wings

These baked chicken wings are much less messy than traditional fried chicken wings and can be tossed with all of your favorite wing sauces! You can make them spicy, sweet, or smokey, or serve a variety of different flavors!

Best Crispy Baked Chicken Wings

These oven baked chicken wings are so incredibly easy to make, and they come out extra crispy and delicious every time! Baking your bone-in wings instead of frying saves you a huge mess and means they are much healthier! Toss these crispy baked chicken wings in your favorite wing sauce and watch them disappear!

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11. Buffalo Chicken Dip

This zesty dip has all the flavor of buffalo chicken wings with none of the work! It's made with canned chicken, lots of cheese, and of course, buffalo sauce, so you don't have to cook a thing.

Slow Cooker Buffalo Ranch Chicken Dip

This slow cooker buffalo ranch chicken dip is a rich and creamy appetizer with all the flavor you expect from your favorite hot wings! This dip is made with chunks of canned chicken, cream cheese, ranch, buffalo sauce (or hot pepper sauce), and lots of cheddar cheese, so this dip is both easy and affordable! It's the perfect thing to bring to your next tailgate, potluck, or holiday party.

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12. Crab Cakes

Crab cakes make any occasion feel special, and they are surprisingly easy to make. I use Ritz crackers in my crab cakes for a delightful buttery crunch!

Crab Cakes

Crab cakes are a quick and simple seafood appetizer or main dish that will impress and delight the whole family any night of the week! Crushed Ritz crackers, lemon juice, crab meat, seasonings, and mayonnaise are mixed together to form the cake patties. Making my homemade crab cakes is incredibly straightforward and delicious!

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13. Air Fryer Pigs In A Blanket

These bite-sized pigs in a blanket are made with Lil Smokies sausages and a few cans of crescent rolls. All you have to do is wrap the sausages in the crescent roll and pop them in the oven, then serve with your favorite condiments!

Air Fryer Pigs In A Blanket

This 20-minute air fryer pigs in a blanket recipe combines savory Little Smokies sausages and buttery crescent rolls to make an easy snack! The air fryer is the fastest way to make this classic appetizer that is perfect for potlucks, barbecues, and parties!

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14. RoTel Dip

If you prefer a warm chip dip, then this cheesy dip made with canned RoTel tomatoes and chiles is just the thing! It has plenty of taco-seasoned ground beef, so there's no shortage of flavor.

Cheesy Rotel Dip

Rotel dip blends hearty taco-seasoned ground beef, creamy Velveeta cheese, and Rotel tomatoes with chiles! It combines to make an amazing game day dip to satisfy your queso cravings! All you need is a bag of tortilla chips!

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15. Pinwheel Sandwiches

Pinwheel sandwiches are one of my favorite appetizers to make for large get-togethers because they are so easy to customize! I feature 3 different variations here, so you can try one or try them all!

Pinwheel Sandwiches

Pinwheel sandwiches are an easy-to-make, delicious choice for lunches, snacks, or appetizers. Perfect for holidays, game days, and everyday meals, these make-ahead sandwiches, rolled in tortillas or bread, are loved by all.

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16. Charcuterie Board

When you're hosting a party of any kind, you can't go wrong with a charcuterie board. Much like a cheese board, you'll want to arrange an assortment of cheeses, nuts, and fruits on a platter, but you also include some cured meats and plenty of crackers.

Charcuterie Board

A charcuterie board is an impressive but super-easy way to feed a crowd when entertaining for holidays or any reason! It doesn't matter if you're an avid cook, a great-looking appetizer tray like this amazing assortment of meats and cheeses is surprisingly easy to assemble! Add fruit, nuts, vegetables, dips, mustard spreads, pepper jelly, marmalade, honey, pickles, olives, and more to make a charcuterie board that everyone will love!

17. Cream Cheese Wontons

These deep-fried wontons are stuffed with a delectable cream cheese filling. I like to pair them with some for a crunchy Asian-inspired snack!

Cream Cheese Wontons

These cream cheese wontons are easy to make at home and much better than any takeout appetizer at a restaurant! My Rangoon-style fried dumplings are filled with savory cream cheese filling, sealed in wonton wrappers, and perfectly fried! It's the perfect appetizer to prepare when you are craving Asian food!

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18. Bisquick Sausage Balls

Any time I make a batch of these savory Bisquick sausage balls, they're one of the first things to disappear. They are made with just 4 ingredients, and they are super satisfying and flavorful!

Bisquick Sausage Balls

Bisquick sausage balls are a delicious appetizer loaded with pork breakfast sausage, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and Bisquick! The easy-to-make snack-size cream cheese balls are golden crispy on the outside with a great cheesy flavor! Serve them at any party and watch them disappear!

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19. Stuffed Pizza Bombs

Stuffed pizza bombs are always a hit with kids, especially with a side of ranch dressing for dipping. They're made by wrapping mozzarella cheese, pizza sauce, and pepperoni inside some fluffy Pillsbury biscuits. Then you just pop them in the oven!

Stuffed Pizza Bombs

These stuffed pizza bombs are a quick and easy homemade version of pizza bites that also double as a great project to do with the kids! You can hand stretch your Pillsbury Grands biscuits, or roll them out, before layering all of the wonderful cheese, marinara, and pepperoni slices inside. Pop them in the oven and you're ready to go!

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20. 7-Layer Dip

This classic party dip is so easy to make and can be chilled in the fridge until party time. Serve it with a side of tortilla chips for dipping (we love the 'scoopable' chips, so you can really load them up)!

7-Layer Dip

This 7-Layer Dip is a tasty combination of refried beans, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, cheese, diced tomatoes, and sliced black olives! Your easy taco dip can be served warm or cold; either way, it's always a hit at parties, a game day get-together, or an amazing family dinner! Best of all, you can throw this 7-layer dip together in just 10 minutes flat!

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21. Cheese and Bacon Turnovers

You can make these delicious and satisfying turnovers with a package of puff pastry, a few strips of bacon, shredded cheese, and 1 egg. They're ready to eat in 30 minutes, making a great last-minute addition to any celebration!

Cheese and Bacon Turnovers

These cheese and bacon turnovers are a delicious treat that combines all of the best of our favorite comfort food flavors! They feature rich, buttery puff pastry wrapped around crispy bacon and melted cheeses! Nothing more is needed as every great flavor we love is wrapped in tender, flaky puff pastry and ready to be enjoyed!

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22. Beer Cheese Dip

My tasty beer cheese sauce recipe is an excellent choice for an easy party appetizer because it combines the robust flavors of Swiss and cheddar cheeses with beer, creating an irresistible pretzel dip.

It's simple to make and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at gatherings like game nights or casual get-togethers!

Beer Cheese Dip For Pretzels

The perfect Beer Cheese Dip for Pretzels, combining Swiss and cheddar cheeses with the robust flavor of beer for an irresistible dip.

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23. Hot Imitation Crab Dip

This baked imitation crab dip is a fantastic party appetizer because it's rich, cheesy, and easy to make. It's perfect for gatherings, offering a warm, flavorful seafood option that pairs well with chips or crackers and always gets rave reviews and recipe requests!

Baked Imitation Crab Dip Recipe

Hot imitation crab dip is a rich and cheesy chip or cracker dip that is easy to make, is perfect for parties, and always gets rave reviews!

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24. Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp

Tasty air fryer shrimp from frozen is a great choice for an easy party appetizer recipe because it's quick and straightforward, taking only 10 minutes from freezer to table.

It's perfect for gatherings, offering delicious, tender shrimp that can be enjoyed with various dips or as a tasty addition to other dishes. Serve with toothpicks for easy snacking!

Air Fryer Shrimp (from frozen)

These air-fryer frozen shrimp come straight out of the freezer and can still be on your table, ready to eat in just 10 minutes!

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25. Parmesan Roasted Artichokes

Flavorful Parmesan roasted artichokes are a fantastic party appetizer due to their unique flavor and easy preparation. Each artichoke is roasted until tender with a crispy, savory Parmesan breadcrumb mix topping!

Parmesan Roasted Artichokes

These easy-to-make Parmesan Roasted Artichokes are complete with a delectable pesto dipping sauce!

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Tips For Choosing The Easiest Party Appetizers

When deciding what appetizers you will serve at your party, there are a few things to consider. These tips and tricks can help you streamline your menu planning process!

Finger Foods: You shouldn't need much in the way of silverware or dishes for party appetizers. Opt for bite-sized finger foods that can be carried and eaten so guests can mingle.
Make-Ahead Options: Appetizers that can be made the night before will help you save precious time the day of your party. Typically, any cold appetizer can be made in advance and refrigerated until needed.
Minimal Prep: Select appetizers that require minimal assembly. Opt for recipes that involve minimal cutting, chopping, or complex cooking techniques. Quick and straightforward recipes are ideal for effortless entertaining.
Dips and Spreads: Serving a selection of dips and spreads with crackers, bread, and vegetable sticks is a great way to offer variety. These can also be made in advance, more often than not.
Presentation: Pay attention to the visual appeal of the appetizers. Eye-catching and colorful platters or serving trays can make even the simplest dishes more enticing.

Any party will surely succeed with a few of these awesome appetizers on the menu! Come back and let me know how everything turned out!

😋 🫕🥐 More Easy Appetizer Recipes

Air Fryer Biscuits - A big platter of fluffy biscuits with butter, jam, or your favorite spread will help keep everyone full and happy!
Deviled Eggs - Deviled eggs are a classic party appetizer and incredibly easy to make!
2-Ingredient BBQ Lil Smokies - Who knew something as simple as Lil Smokies sausages and BBQ sauce could be so delicious?
Deviled Ham - A bowl of deviled ham and crackers will go a long way at any get-together!
Guacamole - Everyone can appreciate a fresh, homemade bowl of guacamole with tortilla chips!
Fresh Pineapple Salsa - This salsa is made entirely with fresh fruits and veggies, so you don't have to cook a thing!

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Easy Party Appetizers: 25+ Best Recipes To Make For Hosting An Amazing Party!

Author | Angela

Servings: 12 servings

Calories: 318kcal

Prep 5 minutes minutes

Cooking 2 hours hours

Total Time 2 hours hours 5 minutes minutes

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Ingredients

▢ 40 oz frozen meatballs
▢ 16 oz honey BBQ sauce (see recipe, or use your favorite brand)
▢ 1 cup yellow sweet onion (finely diced)
▢ 1-2 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)

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Instructions

Place 40 oz frozen meatballs into your slow cooker.
Add 16 oz honey BBQ sauce, 1 cup yellow sweet onion, and the optional 1-2 teaspoon liquid smoke. Stir until everything is well combined.
Close the crockpot and cook on high power for 2 hours or low power for 3-4 hours. Stir occasionally to prevent the meatballs from burning along the edges.
Serve immediately with toothpicks, on mashed potatoes, rice, noodles, or rolls.

Notes

Any flavored BBQ sauce works wonderfully in this recipe. You may opt to not add the liquid smoke depending on the flavor.
To keep warm for a party, set your crockpot to the warm setting once the time has ended. They can be kept warm for up to 3 hours. Make sure you stir them occasionally and add a splash of water if the sauce becomes dry.
Use your favorite brand of frozen meatballs since they are the main ingredient!
There's no need to thaw out your meatballs. Add them to your crockpot straight out of the freezer.
To store: Keep your meatballs stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for a few days.
To reheat: Reheat your meatballs either in the microwave, on the stovetop, or back in the slow cooker.

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