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These 15 Appetizers Are Your Secret Weapon for Any Party

Published: Nov 18, 2024 by Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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These 15 appetizers are the crowd-pleasers you’ve been missing. They’re so good, your guests might “accidentally” forget to leave!

Bacon Wrapped Green Beans with Brown Sugar

bacon wrapped green beans on a white plate
Bacon Wrapped Green Beans. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Sweet, crispy, and so simple! These Bacon-Wrapped Green Beans need just 3 ingredients for an appetizer or side that’s always a hit.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Green Beans with Brown Sugar

Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders

Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders with poppy seeds.
Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Ham and Cheese Sliders are loaded with flavor! Perfect for parties, they’re cheesy, buttery, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders

Air Fryer Panko Shrimp

Air Fryer Panko Shrimp with cilantro lime dressing and parsley on a white plate.
Air Fryer Panko Shrimp. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Need a quick bite? Air fryer panko shrimp is crispy, healthy, and ready in minutes. Great as an app or a main dish!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Panko Shrimp

Keto Chicken Wings

Keto Chicken Wings on a black plate with parsley and a white sauce.
Keto Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Keto chicken wings that hit the spot! Crispy, flavorful, and satisfying for every craving.
Get the Recipe: Keto Chicken Wings

Bacon Wrapped Onion Rings

Stack of bacon wrapped onion rings.
Bacon Wrapped Onion Rings. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Sweet, savory, and crispy! Bacon-wrapped onion rings are the ultimate game day treat.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Onion Rings

Burger Mini Bites

Mini burgers with parsley.
Burger Mini Bites. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb.

No bun? No problem! These low-carb burger bites are packed with veggies and flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Burger Mini Bites

Stuffed Mushrooms Appetizer

Stuffed Mushrooms on a plate.
Stuffed Mushrooms Appetizer. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb.

A bite-sized Italian treat! Stuffed mushrooms with bolognese sauce and cheese are a gluten-free, low-carb snack everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Stuffed Mushrooms Appetizer

Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers with Bacon

Jalapeño Poppers on a platter with a bowl of dipping sauce.
Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers with Bacon. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Crispy, cheesy, and bacon-topped! Air fryer jalapeño poppers are the perfect game day appetizer.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers with Bacon

Spicy Deviled Eggs

Kimchi spicy deviled eggs lined up with green onions on top and a bowl of kimchi behind them with more eggs on a cutting board.
Spicy Deviled Eggs. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Turn up the heat with these spicy deviled eggs, packed with kimchi and cayenne for a fiery, creamy kick!
Get the Recipe: Spicy Deviled Eggs

Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Peppers

Plate of pizza peppers and marinara sauce.
Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Peppers. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

These air fryer pepperoni pizza peppers are a low-carb, cheesy, and delicious twist on pizza—perfect for snacking!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Peppers

Puff Pastry Beef Empanadas

Image shows an overhead shot of Puff Pastry Beef Empanadas on a white tray with a bowl of guacamole to the left of them.
Puff Pastry Beef Empanadas. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Satisfy your cravings with these beef-filled puff pastry empanadas—flaky, savory, and perfect for any gathering or get-together!
Get the Recipe: Puff Pastry Beef Empanadas

Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon

Baked ricotta cheese in a blue casserole dish with sliced bread.
Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Lemon, herbs, and creamy ricotta—this quick baked cheese dip is the perfect appetizer to serve with bread, fruit, or salty olives.
Get the Recipe: Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon

Mini Chicken Taco Cups

Mini chicken taco cups on a silver tray.
Mini Chicken Taco Cups. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Mini taco cups filled with seasoned chicken, beans, and Cotija cheese—crispy, spicy, and perfect for your next party or game day!
Get the Recipe: Mini Chicken Taco Cups

Sweet Potato Fritters with Sweet & Spicy Sauce

A serving basket of sweet potato fritters next to a bowl of dipping sauce and a single serving on a plate.
Sweet Potato Fritters with Sweet & Spicy Sauce. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Sweet potato fritters, crispy on the outside and served with a tangy dipping sauce—this appetizer is a game day winner!
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Fritters with Sweet & Spicy Sauce

Eggplant Tomato Stacks

Eggplant tomato stacks with grilled eggplant slices and tomato layers.
Eggplant Tomato Stacks. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Impress with these gorgeous eggplant tomato stacks—each bite bursting with fresh summer flavors and a balsamic glaze drizzle!
Get the Recipe: Eggplant Tomato Stacks

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