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86 Super Bowl Party Snacks Worthy Of A Touchdown Dance

You're better than store-bought chips and salsa!

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dip in 4 sections surrounded by pull apart biscuits on a tray
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

I think we can all agree that no matter what team wins or loses (or who is playing at half-time) the best part about the Super Bowl is the FOOD, full stop. And you don’t have to be stuck in the kitchen all day either, especially with these easy snacks you can put out and forget about. We’ve got tons of game day classics here—dips, sliders, nachos, etc., included—but also some sweet and salty snacks that will help keep you out of the kitchen (so you won’t miss a second of the game). Pick and choose your favorites to make for the perfect Super Bowl spread.

When it comes to game day, you really can’t go wrong with the classics like Buffalo wings, baked spinach & artichoke dip, nachos supreme, mini cheeseburger sliders, pigs in a blanket, loaded potato skins… If you do, however, want to change things up a bit, we’ve got some solid recipes for you here too. Check out our Nashville hot chicken dip, our loaded potato skins, our meatball sub egg rolls, our Chicago-style pull-apart pigs in a blanket, or our shredded chicken Parm sliders to get a taste of what we mean. Feel free to get creative too—a lot of game day flavors translate well from one dish to another (pulled pork nachos, anyone?).

To fill out your spread with things that need less attention, you can also try a variety of cold apps that can be made ahead, like our 7-layer dip, our pinwheel sandwiches, or our BLT egglets; or make large quantities of room-temperature snacks that are easy to refill, like our potato skin bites, our pizza popcorn, or our air fryer crunchy chili-spiced chickpeas. And don’t forget make-ahead friendly sweets! Check out our kettle corn, our football brownies, our puppy chow, our chocolate pizza, or our football cookies for ideas. Trust us, football-shaped treats are always a hit. If your crowd doesn't have sweet tooth, try our pepperoni football, our pigskin in a blanket, or our football cheese ball instead—they might just get more attention than the game!

1

French Dip Sliders

french dip sliders on rolls with au jus
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Packed with tender sliced beef and melty cheese, these sliders are just as warm and satisfying as a full-size French dip sandwich. Trust us, and make extra of that au jus.

Get the French Dip Sliders recipe.

2

Pimento Cheese-Stuffed Mini Peppers

mini red and yellow peppers stuffed with pimento cheese and baked
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Stuffed mini peppers (especially cheesy ones) are such an easy appetizer to throw together and are always a crowd-pleaser. These are a really good vegetarian alternative to a jalapeño popper, so everyone can enjoy them at your game day or party spread. Mini peppers are sweet, so you don’t have to worry about the random super-hot jalapeño popping up.

Get the Pimento Cheese-Stuffed Mini Peppers recipe.

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3

4-Way Dip

dip in 4 sections surrounded by pull apart biscuits on a tray
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

The hardest decision on game day is which dip to make. This dip gets rid of that. Combining our four favorite dips of Buffalo chicken, spinach artichoke, jalapeño popper, and pizza dip, this dip has something for everyone. Your game day spread just got infinitely better.

Get the 4-Way Dip recipe.

4

Rice Paper Mozzarella Sticks

mozzarella sticks wrapped rice paper, then bread with parm and basil studded panko and fried until deep golden brown, ooey, gooey, and a little bit chewy
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE

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. Just wrap the sticks in a sheet of soaked rice paper, then bread with Parm-studded panko, and fry until deep golden brown and a little bit chewy. Now that's an appetizer that will get your party started!

Get the Rice Paper Mozzarella Sticks recipe.

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5

Jalapeño Popper Dip

jalapeno popper dip
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: LESLIE RANEY

When it comes to Super Bowl dips, our allegiance lies with anything thats super-cheesy, creamy and smoky. This jalapeño popper-inspired dip nails all three! It gets a kick from the jalapeño, but not so much that you'll be running for a glass of milk.

Get the Jalapeño Popper Dip recipe.

6

Smash Dumplings

plate of smash dumplings topped with scallions with a bowl of soy sauce in the middle
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE

Pleating dumplings is a full-on art, but if you’re all fingers and thumbs with a wrapper (like us!), smash dumplings are the way to go. Layered with an aromatic pork and cabbage filling, this effortless take on gyoza is simple enough to whip up any night of the week. Oh, and did we mention it makes for a great party app?

Get the Smash Dumplings recipe.

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7

Pigs In A Blanket

pigs in a blanket with a mustard dippings sauce
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

There's something very classic about the crescent roll dough flavor, so we tend to gravitate toward it, but puff pastry or even biscuit dough both should work here too.

Get the Pigs In A Blanket recipe.

8

Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers
PHOTO: DOAA ELKADY; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

In this recipe, cream cheese and shredded pepper jack are stuffed in the jalapeños before being wrapped in smoky bacon (because everything is better with bacon 😉). When cooked, the cheese gets hot and melty while the peppers mellow slightly, making every bite a perfect combo of flavors.

Get the Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers recipe.

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9

Pineapple BBQ Meatballs

saucy bbq meatballs with pineapple chunks
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

These pineapple BBQ meatballs are juicy, tender, and glazed to perfection in a sauce made with sweet pineapple chunks. Stick a toothpick in each meatball for a crowd-pleasing make-ahead appetizer, or serve them over rice for a quick and easy dinner all year long.

Get the Pineapple BBQ Meatballs recipe.

10

Pizza Popcorn

popcorn with mini pepperoni
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Packed with pepperoni, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes, this pizza popcorn can almost double as a meal. Okay, not really, unless you're a Sunday night popcorn dinner type of person. One thing we can guarantee? This is the best way to upgrade this classic salty snack.

Get the Pizza Popcorn recipe.

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Roasted Shallot & Garlic Caesar Dip

creamy baked dip with veggies and bread
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE

We love riffing off Caesar salad, especially like our fried chicken Caesar sandwich, and now we have a dip to look forward to, one that’s filled with roasted shallots and garlic. Watch out, spinach-artichoke dip—this is the appetizer no one will see coming.

Get the Roasted Shallot & Garlic Caesar Dip recipe.

12

French Dip Stuffed Biscuits

biscuits stuffed with roast beef and cheese
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE

Who knew simple, store-bought ingredients like a can of biscuits, deli sliced roast beef, and a packet of au jus gravy mix could be transformed into something so delicious? Well, we did, which is why we’re strongly suggesting you make these ASAP. Serve them as an appetizer at your next tailgate party—your guests will thank you.

Get the French Dip Stuffed Biscuits recipe.

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13

Ham & Swiss Hasselback Biscuit Bites

ham and swiss hasselback biscuit bites on a white tray with a bowl of dijon mustard
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Step aside, hasselback potatoes: Hasselback biscuit bites are coming to steal your thunder. Featuring convenient canned biscuits stuffed with ham and cheese, these flaky, buttery bites will delight party guests and tailgaters wherever they appear.

Get the Ham & Swiss Hasselback Biscuit Bites recipe.

14

Lumpia

ground pork, shrimp, crunchy vegetables, and aromatics, wrapped in a paper thin shell, and deep fried until shatteringly crisp
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

For our version of this East Asian staple, we went with a blend of shrimp and ground pork spiked with garlic, ginger, and scallions. Make enough to go alongside a bowl of pancit and freeze the rest, or fry them all and make enough to feed a crowd. Don’t forget your favorite brand of sweet chili sauce for dipping!

Get the Lumpia recipe.

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15

Buffalo Chicken Dip

buffalo chicken dip in a skillet with celery and carrots beside and a tortilla chip dipping in
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

This instant classic remains a favorite of dip lovers everywhere. It's so quick and easy to make. (This recipe only takes 10 minutes to throw together, though if you want to make it even EASIER, you can choose to make it in your slow cooker.)

Get the Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe.

16

Loaded Mediterranean Sweet Potato Fries

sweet potato fries topped with tomato and cucumber salad, tahini drizzle and feta
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

These loaded sweet potato fries are not only more nutritious than the average fries, they’re also layered with a flavorful Mediterranean tomato-cucumber salad, and made even better with a tahini-yogurt sauce. These fries are great alongside anything on a skewer, or as a snack at your next party (yes, a party of one totally counts).

Get the Loaded Mediterranean Sweet Potato Fries recipe.

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17

Toasted Ravioli

toasted ravioli squares with marinara
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

The steps are simple for this foolproof app: Start with your favorite ravioli (store-bought are just fine here), coat them in eggs and bread crumbs, then fry—either in hot oil or in your air fryer. Serve them with warm marinara on the side and showered with Parmesan for the best tailgate app around.

Get the Toasted Ravioli recipe.

18

Buffalo Cauliflower Wings

fried cauliflower wings tossed in buffalo sauce on a platter with ranch dressing
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Wings are a game day staple, but if you’re vegetarian (or simply looking to eat less meat), then these cauliflower wings are the answer. When you're craving something a bit lighter—or need to please plant-based guests—these wings are the app you'll turn to again and again....and, again!

Get the Buffalo Cauliflower Wings recipe.

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Mozzarella-Stuffed Pretzel Bites

pretzel bites topped with salt with mozzarella in the middle
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

These mozzarella-stuffed pretzel bites are the perfect after-school or holiday bite-sized appetizers. The best part is that they’re made with just three ingredients: store-bought pizza dough, mozzarella cheese sticks, and flaky salt.

Get the Mozzarella-Stuffed Pretzel Bites recipe.

20

Potato Skin Bites

circles of crispy potatoes with melted cheese, bacon and dollops of sour cream
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Loaded potato skins are the MVP of game day apps. That being said, when you’re throwing a big bash, the full-sized skins aren’t the easiest app to prepare. Enter: potato skin bites.

Get the Potato Skin Bites recipe.

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