Our Food Editors Swear By These Easy Apps For Last-Minute Hosting

We're big fans of beer cheese in all its forms: in a skillet, with pretzels, even folded into macaroni. But perhaps our favorite form of this classic dip is...cold! This pub-style cheese is not only full of all the delicious flavors of the classic app, but is even easier to make.

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While this party appetizer might seem straight forward, this recipe truly nails it. We added a little coarse salt to this last-minute app that may seem basic, but really takes this recipe over-the-top in my book.

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One of my favorite ways to upgrade a classic spinach & artichoke dip is to add everyone's favorite ingredient: bacon. It bulks up the app, and gives an added smoky, savory flavor that truly takes it to another level.

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Fried mozzarella sticks are a superstar of the appetizer game, but this ham and panko upgrade makes the extra crispy and extra delicious.

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Skip ordering out those game day appetizers—these garlic knots are the easiest appetizer you should be making at home. Garlicky, herby and slathered in butter, it's difficult to have just one of these babies.

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A go-to appetizer for many, bang bang shrimp is irresistibly delicious. The pairing of crunchy shrimp and the signature creamy, spicy-sweet sauce is a combo made in appetizer heaven.

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Stuffed mini peppers are such an easy appetizer to throw together and are always a crowd-pleaser. In my opinion, pimento cheese is infinitely better when it’s served warm, and a small pepper becomes the perfect vessel for it in this recipe

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These crunchy, little pillowy bites are absolute perfection and an excellent bite-sized appetizer. The gnocchi are breaded in seasoned bread crumbs and Pecorino, then fried, giving the soft and slightly chewy dumplings a crispy exterior

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We can't get get enough of the varied flavors and textures of an antipasto spread. But, this bite-size appetizer just might be our favorite way to enjoy all of the fresh, sharp flavors all in one bite.

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What better way to use up your leftover mashed potatoes than by turning them into crispy bites full of all the cheesy, bacon-y goodness in bite-sized form, and ready in just 25 minutes.

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Whether you serve it as a simple dip, load it on top of your tacos, or smear it on a bun as a burger topping, we can all agree—it’s not a party without Mexico’s most famous dip. For this guacamole recipe, we prefer to keep it simple to really let the star of the show—avocados—shine.

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If 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, these bites are the best way to serve a crowd.

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Another recipe that proves why we love the air fryer so much. This cauliflower is the perfect answer when you have buffalo wings on the brain but you need to eat some vegetables.

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What’s better than a tray of cheesy chicken nachos? Four cheese chicken nachos! Don’t worry, though, a couple cans of chopped green chiles cut the richness of all that cheese.

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Elote, a Mexican classic of corn, mayo, chili powder, and cotjia cheese, is such an incredible flavor combination, we knew it shouldn’t be confined just to the summer. The solution? Turning it into skillet nachos that can be enjoyed all year long.

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Some recipes are just good plain fun, like these rice paper mozzarella sticks with chili garlic marinara sauce. The classic cheese pull-tastic mozz sticks you know and love get a fun upgrade with chewy rice paper and a homemade chili garlic-spiked sauce.

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If you're craving something that’s equal parts spicy, cheesy, and downright delicious, these buffalo chicken biscuit bombs are about to become your new favorite snack. Picture this: tender, shredded chicken tossed in tangy buffalo sauce, all wrapped in buttery biscuit dough and baked to golden perfection.

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If you’re in need of a quick and easy appetizer, then these caprese bites are the simple solution your guests will thank you for. Focusing on three ingredients and requiring no cooking, these bites require very little effort and time

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Stuffed mushrooms are the classic appetizer we make for every party, and this recipe is a fun new spin. Enter: Boursin cheese. It adds a creamy garlic and herb flavor to the filling that’ll have your guests coming back for more

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These pinwheel sandwiches are easy to assemble, look great on a platter, and are ideal for a party. To make them, you'll layer flour tortillas with ranch-flavored mayonnaise, sliced cheese, deli meats, and lettuce. All that's left to do is roll them up tightly and slice.

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