Appetizers and snacks are the perfect way to kick off any gathering. From easy dips and finger foods to showstopping bites, there's an appetizer or snack recipe for every occasion. Whether you're looking for something light and healthy or indulgent and decadent, you're sure to find something to please everyone. From classic party favorites to creative twists on old classics, these easy-to-follow recipes will help you create delicious appetizers and snacks that will keep your guests coming back for more.
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These are a great appetizer or snack with a crispy, crunchy exterior flour shell. The interior is moist shredded...
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Buffalo Chicken Rolls
recipe by: LindasBusyKit... on 9th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 30-40 Minutes
Cook Time: 12-15 Minutes
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Modified from Southern Living, June 2007; Recipe by Patricia Greene, Murfreesboro, TN. Impress your guests with this...
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Cha Cha Chicken Salad
recipe by: Kerfuffle-Upo... on 16th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 8-24 Hours
Dessert in a flash. Buy your dates from a natural store were you can see them and make sure they are soft.
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Stuffed Dates
recipe by: MsPia on 18th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
W/rare exceptions, I'm a recipe-based cook & not good at original recipes. BUT this unique & highly touted recipe...
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Bruschetta Sundae
recipe by: TwisSis on 14th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
Recipe source: Low Cholesterol Chinese Cuisine cookbook
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Dumplings
recipe by: ellie on 19th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Fast and sofisticated app to enjoy with a nice glass off wine.
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Pear & Gorgonzola Bruschetta For Two
recipe by: MsPia on 23rd Feb 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Tasty Taco Dip with refried beans, avocados, sour cream, cheddar cheese, taco sauce, jalapeno sauce, olives, scallions,...
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Beth's Taco Dip
recipe by: lazyme on 24th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Homemade, fluffy flour tortillas made with all-purpose flour, shortening, baking powder, salt, sugar and lukewarm water....
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Tortillas De Harina (Flour Tortillas)
recipe by: MsPia on 26th Feb 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
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Recipe source: Green Chile Bible
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Eggplant Ole
recipe by: ellie on 2nd Mar 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
I love shrimp balls, but not the deep fried ones. Steamed dumplings are great but often take more time than I want....
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Baked Shrimp Balls
recipe by: Marramamba on 5th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
I found a number of recipes from Hawthorne Lane restaurant in SF. These dumplings just make me want to cook them now!...
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Chicken & Green Onion Dumplings W/ Balsamic Soy Dipping Sauce
recipe by: Marramamba on 6th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 40 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
These are a nice change from the more standard beef or pork potstickers, the home made dough is easier than pie (crust...
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Chicken Pot Stickers
recipe by: Marramamba on 6th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Recipe from Chef Aristides Rivas at Cafe Mundial in Monrovia, CA.
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Crab Cakes With Mustard Sauce
recipe by: lazyme on 9th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
I made this recipe a long time ago and just found it again in one of my old folders of recipes. These are simple and...
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Steamed Clams With Ham, Bell Pepper & Basil
recipe by: lazyme on 9th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Waterfront Centre Hotel, Vancouver, British Columbia. Traditionally gravlax is served with ice-cold shots of vodka or...
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Salmon Gravlax
recipe by: lazyme on 9th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 48 Hours
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This recipe is by Gay Gilmore. These little guys were served as part of Gay & Troy's wedding buffet. I loved...
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Spicy Jalapeno Crab Cakes
recipe by: Bergy on 12th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Using a sourdough loaf and crème fraiche, puts a bit of a twist on this 1980's classic that I used to make. I have...
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Spinach & Cheese Dip In A Cob Sourdough Loaf
recipe by: Tisme on 13th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Use as a spread with French bread, crackers or raw vegetables.
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Chili Garlic Butter
recipe by: Echo Echo on 13th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
I use semi sun dried tomatoes in with this recipe and whatever vegetables I have on hand at the time. The choice and...
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Ham Cobb Dip
recipe by: Tisme on 13th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes
From one of the Moosewood cookbooks, I forget which one. I usually substitute medium-hot salsa to accommodate those who...
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Moosehead Spicy Peanut Dip
recipe by: Echo Echo on 13th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
I found this a many years ago on the A.B.C. Great for when you have a few guests around or at parties. Fresh spinach can...
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Spinach Dip (Served in Cobb Bread)
recipe by: Tisme on 13th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes
A nice and easy recipe that has just enough flavour to be interesting. I like using the Marsala wine. You may add 1/2...
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Cilantro Scallops
recipe by: Bergy on 14th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 7 Minutes
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This classic combination of rum and pecans is a winner. Although they taste as if they have taken hours to prepare,...
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Rum-Glazed Spiced Pecans
recipe by: lazyme on 14th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
A savory instead of sweet turnover. Great for a snack or appetizer.
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Tomato Turnovers
recipe by: breezermom on 15th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
A wonderful looking, delicious and so simple way of using Halloumi cheese, the greek cheese that can be cooked in...
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Nigella's Halloumi With Chilli (Haloumi With Chili Pepper)
recipe by: Marramamba on 16th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Adapted from The African Kitchen.
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Masai Mara (African Red Pepper Spread)
recipe by: Chocolatll on 17th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
There are many arancini (or rice ball) recipes out there, many complicated, many just parmesan and chicken stock or...
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Marra's Fried Tomato & Mozzarella Arancini (Rice Balls)
recipe by: Marramamba on 15th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
With Easter just around the corner, the Taste of Home Test Kitchen has shared these adorable little egg creatures to...
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Chicks-on-the-Ranch Deviled Eggs
recipe by: TwisSis on 19th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
