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    Home » Trending

    30 No-Bake Appetizers You Can Make Ahead

    Published: May 21, 2024 by Amy Sandidge · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    This collection of 30 irresistible no-bake appetizer recipes, perfect for stress-free entertaining. Each dish is designed to be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy your event without the last-minute rush. From savory bites to tasty dips, these appetizers promise to impress your guests with minimal effort.

    Tortellini Caprese Skewers

    Tortellini Skewers on a white plate.
    Image Credit: The Feathered Nest.

    Easy-to-make and irresistibly delicious, Tortellini Caprese Skewers are an easy Italian appetizer for any party! Make a lot - they go quickly! Get the recipe: Link text

    High-Protein Hummus Recipe

    High Protein Hummus in a white dish.
    Image Credit: A Sweet Alternative.

    This high protein hummus is perfect if you’re looking for ways to boost your intake of plant-based protein. This creamy, flavorful hummus is quick and easy to make. Get the recipe: Link text

    Herb Cheese Pappadew Sweet Peppers

    Cheese and Herb stuffed sweet peppers on a white and blue plate.
    Image Credit: Spabettie.

    A colorful platter of herb cheese peppadew sweet peppers makes great party snack! Boursin stuffed peppers are a flavorful single bite appetizer everyone loves. Get the recipe: Link text

    Caviar Canapes Recipe

    Caviar Canapes on a white plate.
    Image Credit: Sava's Kitchen.

    Caviar canapes are the perfect and effortless holiday dish. You will need only 3 ingredients and 15 minutes to present this elegant and festive appetizer to your family and guests.  Get the recipe: Link text

    Olive and Pepper Tapenade Recipe

    Olive Pepper Tapenades on a tan plate.
    Image Credit: Spabetties.

    This olive pepper tapenade has bold, briny flavor. A quick and easy appetizer recipe with a short, whole food ingredient list of pantry staples. Tapenade is perfect for that last minute snack. Get the recipe: Link text

    Smoked Trout Dip With Lemon and Dill

    Slices of bread topped with a smoked trout dip.
    Image Credit: Peak to Plate.

    This smoked trout dip is an incredibly flavorful and versatile appetizer that will leave your taste buds begging for more. Combining the delicate flavor of smoked trout with a creamy and tangy base and amazing flavors from the fresh herbs, this dip is a true delight. Get the recipe: Link text

    Cold Spinach Dip (No Mayo)

    Spinach dip in a small white and blue bowl.
    Image Credit: MidMexican.

    This No Mayo Chilled Spinach Dip uses sour cream instead of mayo for a cool and creamy dip. It's a perfect no-bake appetizer for any occasion. Get the recipe: Link text

    Pickle Cream Cheese Roll-Ups

    Jalapeno Pickle Roll-Ups on a brown cutting board.
    Image Credit: MidMexican.

    These Pickle Cream Cheese Roll-Ups offer a spicy twist to your average cream cheese pickle roll-up with the addition of pickled jalapenos. It's an easy pickle appetizer you can whip up for everything from potlucks to BBQs. Get the recipe: Link text

    Masala Poppadom Recipe

    Masala Poppadom on a black plate.
    Image Credit: JCO Cooking Odyssey.

    Masala Papad or Masala Poppadoms are a quick Indian starter or snack prepared with crispy thin papad and finely chopped onion, tomato, coriander and cucumber. It is simple to make and takes about 10 minutes of your time. Get the recipe: Link text

    Avocado Goat Cheese Cucumber Appetizers

    Cucumber Goat Cheese Appetizers on a white plate.
    Image Credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

    This gorgeous cucumber goat cheese appetizer is the perfect appetizer! Each of the little cucumber bites are topped with a flavor-packed avocado and goat cheese mixture and a colorful garnish of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh herbs.  Get the recipe: Link text

    Onion Bhaji Recipe (easy and crispy)

    Onion Bhaji on a silver platter.
    Image Credit: JCO Cooking Odyssey.

    These Indian Onion Fritters are a delicious side dish or appetizer, perfect for curry night! This easy recipe is vegan, gluten-free and tastes like your local takeaway but better. Get the recipe: Link text

    Mediterranean Bruschetta With Feta

    Mediterranean Bruschetta on a white plate.
    Image Credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

    Packed with fresh summer produce like vine-ripened tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and fresh herbs, this easy Mediterranean bruschetta with tangy feta cheese and olives is the perfect appetizer for your summer gatherings! Get the recipe: Link text

    HAMACHI CRUDO (YELLOWTAIL CARPACCIO)

    yellowtail Carpaccio on a white plate.
    Image Credit: The Heirloom Pantry.

    Hamachi Crudo is a flavor-packed yellowtail sashimi appetizer dressed with a citrusy yuzu ponzu sauce and topped with fresh jalapeño and ikura, or salmon roe. The result is a bright and robustly flavored appetizer that comes together in minutes and is guaranteed to impress. Get the recipe: Link text

    Homemade Guacamole Without Cilantro

    Homemade Guacamole in a white dish.
    Image Credit: Sunglow Kitchen.

    This Homemade Guacamole Without Cilantro is made with 5 ingredients and is ready in less than 10 minutes! It's creamy, tangy, and bursting with vibrant flavors. It makes for a delicious appetizer to enjoy alongside tortilla or homemade pita chips. Get the recipe: Link text

    Easy Whipped Cottage Cheese Appetizer

    Blended Cottage Cheese in a white dish.
    Image Credit: Sunglow Kitchen.

    This Blended Cottage Cheese is ready in less than 5 minutes, with 1 ingredient only! It's smooth, fluffy, creamy, and salty, and can be enjoyed either as a breakfast, snack, or appetizer. Perfect for both sweet and savory toppings. Get the recipe: Link text

    Vegetable Charcuterie Board

    Vegetable Charcuterie Board.
    Image Credit: Sunglow Kitchen.

    This Vegetable Charcuterie Board is the perfect healthy appetizer to serve to a crowd! It's packed with colorful veggies and delicious dips and is naturally vegan and gluten-free. Get the recipe: Link text

    Easy Marinated Cheese Recipe

    Marinated Cheese on a white plate.
    Image Credit: Rose Bakes.

    This Marinated Cheese is a rich and delicious, easy, make-ahead appetizer that is perfect for parties and holiday get-togethers. Also, it's a 'pretty' appetizer that will brighten up your table and make everything look so festive! Serve it with your favorite crackers or celery. Get the recipe: Link text

    Simple Burrata Caprese

    Burrata Caprese on a white plate.
    Image Credit: Little Nonni.

    Burrata caprese is bright, fresh, and full of flavor. Made with creamy burrata instead of mozzarella, it's a delicious twist on the traditional caprese salad. It's ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for an appetizer or snack! Get the recipe: Link text

    Smoked Trout Mousse Recipe

    Cracker topped with a smoked trout dip
    Image Credit: What A Girl Eats.

    Smoked trout dip is a simple British appetizer that is easy to make and served cold. You can prep this in advance for your next gathering or holiday. Get the recipe: Link text

    Small Charcuterie Board Ideas

    Small Charcuterie board
    Image Credit: Fannetastic Food.

    Snack boards are a fabulous way to feed a crowd – but they’re great for small events, too! Follow these tips for creating the perfect snacking board for your next get-together. Get the recipe: Link text

    Lemon Avocado White Bean Hummus

    Avocado White Bean Hummus in a white bowl.
    Image Credit: Fannetastic Food.

    This avocado white bean hummus is the love child of hummus and guacamole, with a delicious twist of lemon flavor. Plus, it happens to be vegan, dairy free, and gluten free, so everyone can dig in! Get the recipe: Link text

    Stuffed Celery With Cream Cheese

    Stuffed Celery Sticks on a white plate.
    Image Credit: Fantabulosity.

    These stuffed celery sticks with cream cheese have so much flavor and are easy to eat! Definitely an appetizer recipe that’s easy to make, and no cooking required! Get the recipe: Link text

    Spicy Carrot Hummus Recipe

    Spicy Carrot Hummus in a brown bowl.
    Image Credit: Strength and Sunshine.

    A zesty dip or spread to pack in the veggies! Spicy garden carrot hummus is gluten-free & vegan without the oil. A healthy seasonal take to use your garden's fresh carrots and herbs in a crowd-pleasing favorite recipe! Get the recipe: Link text

    Mozzarella and Sun-Dried Tomato Appetizer

    Women holding mozzarella bruschetta.
    Image Credit: My Chef's Apron.

    Creamy mozzarella slices, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, a touch of aromatic herbs, extra virgin olive oil, and chopped walnuts all come together in this amazing appetizer. Get the recipe: Link text

    LUPINI BEAN HUMMUS (KETO HUMMUS RECIPE)

    Keto Hummus in a small white bowl.
    Image Credit: My Chef's Apron.

    It's creamy, tasty, and so easy to make, perfect for those on a low-carb diet. Enjoy it as a snack, appetizer, or sandwich filler—it's vegan, gluten-free, and Keto-friendly. Get the recipe: Link text

    Pistachio and Blackcurrant Cheese Log

    Pistachio and Blackcurrant goat cheese being cut into slices.
    Image Credit: Mixin' Mamas.

    This super easy Pistachio & Blackcurrant Cheese Log is a perfect addition to a charcuterie board for a party. It’s always nice to have a soft cheese to go along with the selection of hard cheeses and meats. Get the recipe: Link text

    Avocado Spring Rolls Recipe

    Avocado Spring Rolls on a black plate.
    Image Credit: My Pure Plants.

    Try these avocado spring rolls for a delicious and easy-to-prepare summer snack or appetizer. They are freshly prepared with a mix of flavorful avocado mango salsa and vermicelli noodles to create a delightful combination of texture and flavor. Get the recipe: Link text

    Marinated Mozzarella Balls Recipe

    Marinated Mozzarella Balls in a green bowl.
    Image Credit: Nibble and Dime.

    These marinated mozzarella balls are the perfect make-ahead appetizer or party snack! They are full of flavor from fresh garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs. Get the recipe: Link text

    No Bake Pecan Pie Dip

    No-Bake Pecan Pie dip on a blue plate.
    Image Credit: Modern Honey.

    This Pecan Pie Dip is made with creamy, fluffy, sweet cream cheese and whipped cream topped with a homemade pecan caramel sauce. This is all of the flavors of pecan pie without all of the work. A sweet and delicious holiday appetizer. Get the recipe: Link text

    Sweet and Spicy Cream Cheese Dip

    Sweet and Spicy Cream Cheese Dip on a white plate.
    Image Credit: 2 Healthy Kitchens.

    This Cream Cheese Dip appetizer recipe is a total snap to throw together in moments (like … 3 minutes flat)! It absolutely disappears whenever I serve it, and everybody asks for the recipe! Perfect for picnics and potlucks, tailgates and sports parties. Get the recipe: Link text

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