It's Darty Season! These Are The Best Daytime Snacks & Drinks To Celebrate

Looking for the most creative and GENIUS way to feed a ton of darty guests? Let us introduce this giant party sub. We use a simple hack of baking bread in a bundt pan to turn a classic sandwich into a party centerpiece that will steal the show at any picnic, game day, or tailgate.

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When it comes to crunchy packaged snacks, Chex Mix is the crème de la crème in our book. Unlike a plain old bag of chips, Chex Mix offers variety in every bite: the crisp cereal, the toasty pretzels, the crunchy bagel chips. We have long been convinced that it couldn’t be improved—until we came up with a homemade version.

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Classic tequila shots are fun, but these boozy mango bites are an elevated, fruity take that's even better. To make them, we soaked mango chunks in a mixture of lime juice and tequila, then dipped them into lime and chili salt for margarita-inspired bites that are soon to be your new party staple.

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We couldn't let you head to a darty without trying Delish's 2025 Drink of the Summer. This is the cocktail that struts in like it owns the bar—and probably does. Equal parts smoky, citrusy, herbal, and just a little bit wild, the Naked & Famous is a mezcal-powered showstopper that doesn’t ask for attention—it demands it.

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Pinwheel sandwiches are easy to assemble, look great on a platter, and are ideal for any summer 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, then pack up a bunch to bring to the darty.

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Also known as Texas caviar, cowboy caviar combines fresh vegetables, beans, and corn to make a colorful meal that can be enjoyed with chips or as a standalone dish. But once you add some pearl couscous? It becomes the star of any picnic or potluck.

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When the sun's out, there's nothing better than a spritz cocktail. Aperol is a classic choice, but this limoncello number will transport you to Italy after just one sip. We kept this recipe really simple with just five ingredients (plus ice), and it takes less than five minutes to put together.

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Baked beans are a backyard BBQ staple, but cowboy beans take this simple side to the next level. Hearty, creamy beans are cooked with bacon, ground beef, aromatics, and pickled jalapeños for the ultimate darty side dish.

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We can't get get enough of the varied flavors and textures of an antipasto spread (see our antipasto squares and antipasto salad for proof). 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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Warmer weather calls for zucchini galore, and these Cool Ranch chips are a great way to zest up your zucs! This healthy snack is perfect if you're looking for an easy way to use up the rest of your summer zucchini, or are simply looking for a low-carb alternative to your favorite chips.

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Simply combine some heavy cream with sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, and vanilla into a jar, and shake. That’s it! After about 5 minutes or so, you’ll get a rich ice cream that’s extra creamy. Add some toppings, toss it on some ice, and in a few hours you'll have the best darty dessert ever.

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This mocktail has all the flavors of the original porn star martini, but none of the hangover. The star flavor of the passion fruit juice adds a tart zippiness that’s balanced lovingly with a warm vanilla simple syrup and a bright, bubbly sidecar of club soda.

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Step aside, guacamole—this avocado salsa is our new favorite dip. Creamy, just-ripe avocados are tossed with chopped tomatoes, jalapeño, red onion, sweet corn, and tons of chopped fresh cilantro to create this refreshing hybrid dip that your tortilla chips will thank you for.

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Don’t get it wrong, we love a classic margarita, but when you're in the mood for something with a little bit of extra fun, make these pink Señoritas. They have similar elements to the classic marg—tequila (the most important) and triple sec—but swap out the limes for pink lemonade and lemon juice.

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You need something like these pinwheels at every party. They might sound like a silly old-school delight, but they’re surprisingly wonderful. The cream cheese-feta layer hits just right with pops of rich caramelized tomato that you will be dreaming of for days.

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These fruity beauties are the perfect combination of sweet grilled fruit and a campfire classic: fresh strawberries are skewered then coated in marshmallow fluff and roasted before being topped with chocolate and graham crackers. They're the perfect way to enjoy melty s'mores without ending up with sticky hands.

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If you're looking for the most hands-off version of this classic recipe, turn to your trusty slow cooker. The best part? It takes zero effort—seriously. Simply throw all your ingredients into the Crockpot, and in a few hours you'll have the most satisfying party dip ready to be devoured—no stirring while cooking required.

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For this particular recipe, you don't even have to bake the cookies yourself (though if you wanted to, more power to you)! All you need to make this show-stopper no-bake dessert are 4 ingredients—cookies, heavy cream, cream cheese and powdered sugar—and a couple hours.

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Fair warning: You may never go back to the actual candy again. Jell-O packets get a touch of citric acid added to them to boost that necessary tart flavor, before lemon-coated grapes are tossed in the Jell-O mixtures. The result is a sweet-tart bite that just might rival your favorite candy.

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While it may seem old-fashioned, shrimp cocktail has remained a party app staple for a reason. Ready in under an hour, this shrimp appetizer is so easy to prepare, making it a perfect last-minute appetizer for any darty you want to add some fancy flare to.

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