1Caprese Bites
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThis is the easiest party appetizer that always wins. The only cooking required is turning your balsamic vinegar into balsamic glaze, but if you'd rather a completely hands-off version, feel free to use a store-bought glaze.
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2Apple Cheddar Bundles
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONThink this sounds like a strange combo? You've gotta trust us on this one. If the aroma of toasted puff pastry, roasted apples, and nutty cheddar cheese doesn’t wake up your spirit… we're not sure what will.
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3Skillet Beer Cheese
No matter the occasion, this dip is sure to get the party started. All you need are cheese, beer, a few staple spices and a skillet, and you’ve got a crowd-pleasing appetizer on your hands that will be the star of any campfire feast or game day spread.
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4Fondue Bites
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5Chicken Parm Pinwheels
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON 6Boursin-Stuffed Mushrooms
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7Crispy Feta Pockets
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE 8Pimento Cheese
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANIAffectionately known as the “caviar of the South,” pimento cheese has been a Southern party staple since the early 1900s. This soft, creamy spread loaded with shredded cheddar cheese and spiked with diced pimento peppers and hot sauce can be served hot or cold (so make it ahead of time!).
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9French Onion Soup Bites
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAMFrench onion soup is already a bowl of perfection: fortifying broth, sweetly soft onions, a few chunks of bread, and a molten layer of cheese. These little bites prove that perfection can come in many forms.
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10Pub Beer Cheese
PHOTO: ANDREA MONZO; FOOD STYLIST: MAKINZE GOREThis recipe couldn't be more party-friendly. It whips up in minutes, and you only have to dirty one bowl. This is wonderful with big hard or soft store-bought or homemade pretzels, but truly anything goes.
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11Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: SIMON ANDREWSIf you're looking for a gluten-free holiday appetizer, look no further than this dip: Fresh feta cheese is combined with herbs, garlic, and cream cheese, whipped until super-smooth, then topped with tart homemade cranberry sauce, toasted pistachios, and honey. The result is a salty, creamy, sweet, tart, and absolutely irresistible dip.
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12Buffalo Chicken Dip
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONWe're always looking for more ways to enjoy Buffalo sauce, but when serving a party, this Buffalo chicken dip just might be our favorite version of the classic party appetizer. The best part? It only requires 10 minutes of prep time!
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13Caramelized Onion & Goat Cheese Bites
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI ; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON 14Whipped Ricotta With Olives & Roasted Red Peppers
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15Parmesan Bread Bites
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNEIf you're a fan of garlic knots, this recipe is basically the bite-sized app version, covered in gooey cheese, garlic butter, and fresh herbs. Sage and thyme are used here to add seasonal flavor, but feel free to add any herbs you prefer.
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16Chicken Enchilada Dip
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17Bacon Brie Crescent Wreath
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19Queso Fundido
ANDREW BUIQueso fundido is a true party trick. It’s likely the lowest-effort, highest-reward party dip, and it’s endlessly adaptable. Do a mix of Monterey, cheddar, Manchego, or mozzarella!
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20Tomato Feta Pinwheels
PHOTO; ANDREW BUI FOOD STYLIST; TAYLOR ANN SPENCERThese little puff pastry pinwheels are the perfect last minute appetizer—they bake in just 20 minutes and you might already have the ingredients at home. Feel free to get creative with the fillings—we bet crumbly goat cheese or ricotta and roasted red peppers would be great too.
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