Quick and Easy Party Recipes

Finger foods and light bites are perfect party fare. Get 15 recipes right here.
By: Leslie Judson
Terracotta pots make great serving bowls.

Terracotta Serving Bowls

Photo by Laura Fenton.

Photo by: Laura Fenton

Laura Fenton

Searching for appetizer recipes? Check out our list featuring crostini, dips, cold hors d'oeuvres and more.

Caprese Bites

Must-Do Dip Trio

Curried Chicken Salad

Deep-Fried Camembert

Pesto Chicken Wraps

Rosemary & Thyme White Bean Dip

Garlic Bruschetta

Steak & Caramelized Onion Crostini

Pretzel & Fruit Kabobs

Cheddar Cheese Straws

Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

Prosciutto Wrapped Bread Sticks

Chilled Asparagus

Frozen Grapes

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Caviar and Potato Chips With Crème Fraiche Recipe

Blackberry Farm in Walland, Tenn., shares a deliciously simple recipe for crème fraiche that turns an elegant caviar and potato chip appetizer into a party favorite.

Smoked Gouda and Herb Puffs

These bite-sized balls of smoked, cheesy, herby goodness are the perfect appetizer for a dinner party. Just be careful — they’re so addictive that it’s impossible to eat just one or two (or three)!

Mardi Gras Macarons Recipe

These colorful macarons are inspired by the Mardi Gras King Cake tradition. Be sure to let guests know that one cookie will have a baby surprise inside and that they'll have to make the Mardi Gras macarons next year.

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Chocolate Truffles

HGTV Magazine shares this recipe for a festive holiday treat that makes an adorably delicious gift.

How to Create a Platter of Classic Finger Food Appetizers

Make entertaining easy by serving a sampler board of classic, easy-to-assemble savory bites such as spicy wings, sweet-and-sour meatballs, loaded potato skins and more.

How to Make a Vegetarian-Friendly Cheese + Crudite Tray

This abundant cheese, fruit and veggie charcuterie board is perfect for potlucks, holidays, tailgates or any occasion you can think of.

Healthier-for-You Garlic Dill Veggie Dip Recipe

Nonfat Greek yogurt is the secret ingredient for making this veggie dip light in fat and calories. Garlic and herbs give it bold, rich flavor. It takes just minutes to whisk together and can be made a day ahead. Serve with an assortment of your favorite crudités. One dip and you’ll be hooked!

Halloween Shimmering Cherry Mocktail or Cocktail Recipe

This bewitching concoction combines the deep, rich flavor of cherry with lime and presents a touch of eerie elegance with its shimmering appearance. Perfect for Halloween parties or simply indulging in the supernatural flavor of dark cherry.

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