2,372 appetizer recipes

Baked bay scallops with sauteed mushrooms, shallots, and breadcrumbs served in seafood shells. A classic French-style appetizer finished under the broiler.

Easy French onion tart piles deeply caramelized Vidalia onions onto a buttery puff-pastry base with a raised golden border. A Parisian bistro appetizer that slices into handsome party wedges.

Oven-fried zucchini sticks bread fresh zucchini in a whole wheat flour and cornmeal mix, then bake on a hot sheet pan until golden crisp. No deep fryer, no guilt.

Savory cheese cookies with sharp cheddar, butter, and crisp rice cereal. Rolled into balls and fork-pressed flat. A crunchy, cheesy appetizer or snack that bakes in 10 minutes.

Sweet potato pancakes with creamy mushroom ragout pair crispy panko-crusted sweet potato cakes with a sage-and-shallot wild mushroom cream sauce. An elegant vegetarian appetizer or holiday side.

Sassy onion dip with whipped cream cheese, sour cream, chili sauce, and onion soup mix. A creamy, tangy party dip with a spicy kick, ready in minutes.

Welsh rarebit with sharp cheddar melted in beer, eggs, dry mustard, and Worcestershire. Microwave method, spooned over ham and toast triangles.

No-cook salmon pate with cream cheese, horseradish, and a hint of liquid smoke. A creamy make-ahead appetizer spread for crackers or party rye bread.

Chunky kidney bean dip with sour cream, cumin, coriander, hot sauce, and lemon juice. A no-cook bean dip with warm spice and creamy texture, ready in 10 minutes.

Microwave honey roasted nuts with cinnamon, orange zest, and a sticky honey glaze. Five ingredients, 15 minutes, and no oven needed for a crunchy homemade snack or gift.

Spinach, cheeses and bread crumbs are three major ingredients, and they make these crispy outside and cheesy inside delicious spinach balls, they are a perfect appetizer or delicious snack.

Southern pimiento cheese spread made with Velveeta, mashed pimientos, and mayonnaise. A creamy, no-cook spread for sandwiches, crackers, and burgers in 10 minutes.

These decadent treats make the perfect snack for dinner parties or for that quiet night in front of the fireplace.

Learn how to make stuffed grape leaves, AKA dolmas, a classic Mediterranean appetizer or snack; stuffed with lemon dill rice, these vegetarian grape leaves are tantalizingly delicious.

Greek eggplant dip blended with tomatoes, garlic, oregano, fresh mint, parsley, olive oil, and lemon juice. A smoky, tangy melitzanosalata-style spread served with warm pita bread.

Hearty green lentils simmer with warm spices and bright lemon in this silky Mediterranean soup that's both nourishing and budget-friendly for busy weeknights.