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    15 Tasty Appetizers To Kickstart Your Next Gathering

    Published: May 7, 2024 by Amy Sandidge · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    A good assortment of appetizers is the perfect way to please your friends and family at your next party. Whether you are looking for hot appetizers or easy make-ahead dishes, this group of recipes will have everything you need to start planning.

    Bite-Size and Poppable Parmesan Bread Bites

    Parmesan bread bite in a ceramic bowl topped with chopped parsley.
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    These Domino's copycat parmesan bread bites are the perfect party food. They are poppable and totally irresistible. Use them for dipping in your favorite sauce or eating just like they are. Get the recipe: Link text

    Beautiful Beet Hummus Recipe

    Beet hummus with chickpeas on top in a ceramic bowl.
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    Sure, you can always serve boring old regular hummus. But why not brighten up your serving table with this beet hummus. Not only is it a beautiful dish to make and serve, but tastes so good too. Get the recipe: Link text

    Homemade Whole Wheat Pretzels

    Whole wheat pretzels with dips on the side.
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    If you have hesitated trying to make homemade pretzels, here is your sign to give them a try! They are simpler than you might think and a fan favorite at all parties. Get the recipe: Link text

    Simple Shrimp and Avocado Crostini Recipe

    Shrimp and avocado crostini on a surface with limes.
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    Shrimp and avocado are a match made in heaven. Serving them in crostini form makes them the ultimate party food and so delicious. They come together quickly making them a hostess's dream. Get the recipe: Link text

    Sweet and Spicy Mango Jalapeno Salsa

    Mango salsa in a small white bowl with tortilla chips on the side.
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    Fruit salsas are the perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors. They are bright and so delicious. They are also a dish you can make ahead of time, which is a must when you are party planning. Get the recipe: Link text

    Lemon Mascarpone Dip

    Lemon mascarpone dip in a small gray cup with lemon zest on the top.
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    This dip uses 4 ingredients and takes about 5 minutes to make. Talk about the perfect party food. You can make this ahead of time and it is served cold. No stress, only delicious and creamy dip you and your guests will love. Get the recipe: Link text

    Creamy Mediterranean Hummus Recipe

    Mediterranean topped hummus on white tray with pita wedges on the side.
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    Transforming boring hummus into this Mediterranean hummus is a party trick everyone should have up their sleeve. The bold Mediterranean flavors will add variety to any food table and will have your friends and family coming back for more. Get the recipe: Link text

    Filet Mignon and Burrata Crostini

    Filet mignon crostini with burrata cheese on a baking sheet.
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    Tender, thinly sliced filet mignon paired with creamy burrata cheese is an appetizer the crowds will love. It is a simple recipe that uses minimal ingredients but will easily be the star of your serving table. Get the recipe: Link text

    Marinated Mozzarella Appetizer

    Marinated mozzarella in a mason jar with fresh rosemary.
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    If you are looking for appetizers you can make ahead of time, look no further. This recipe for marinated mozzarella is one you can make well ahead of time. Which means it is a breeze for serving at your get together. It will go perfectly on your charcuterie board or even served on it's own. Get the recipe: Link text

    Cranberry Nut Goat Cheese Appetizer

    Goat cheese log rolled in dried fruits and nuts with honey over it.
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    If you want a cold appetizer recipe that can be made ahead of time and makes serving a breeze, this is the one you need. This goat cheese log is covered in dried fruit, nuts and many other delicious ingredients that make it hard to resist. It also happens to be very simple to make. Get the recipe: Link text

    Roasted Tomato and Burrata Appetizer

    Woman pouring olive oil over roasted tomatoes and burrata in a black bowl.
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    If you have your heart set on warm appetizers, add this roasted tomato and burrata recipe to the list. It has bold flavors that pair perfectly with the creamy, warm burrata. Serve it with your favorite Italian or French bread. Get the recipe: Link text

    Flaky Vegetable Rounds Appetizer

    Vegetable round appetizers on a surface with a baking sheet and cucumbers on the side.
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    Picture this: Flaky pie dough rounds, herb cream cheese and thinly sliced vegetables. It is the ultimate spring appetizer and one your friends and family will love. Much of this appetizer can be made ahead of time, making serving a breeze. Get the recipe: Link text

    Crispy Ricotta and Asparagus Puff Pastry Bundles

    Asparagus bundles on baking sheet with parchment paper.
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    While these puff pastry bundles may look difficult to make, surprisingly they are pretty simple. Using store-bought puff pastry sheets simplifies the process even more. Once your guest try these out, they will keep coming back for more. Get the recipe: Link text

    Blueberry and Goat Cheese Appetizer

    Blueberry goat cheese appetizer on white serving tray.
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    Creamy goat cheese spread is the perfect base for topping with a blueberry and white balsamic mix. Serve with toasted Italian or French bread and your guests will be asking for more. Get the recipe: Link text

    Peach Jalapeno Salsa Recipe

    Peach salsa in a small white bowl with tortilla chips on the side.
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    Another fruit salsa to add to your food table is this delicious peach and jalapeno salsa. It is the perfect combination of sweet and spicy and so simple to make. Your family and friends will love this irresistible salsa. Get the recipe: Link text

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