Best appetizer recipes

Our 40 highest-rated appetizer recipes, updated for 2026

Keto Steak Bites

Juicy bite sized pieces of sirloin steak seared in a hot cast iron pan with garlic butter. These pro...

20 min · 420 cal · 38g protein · American

Garlic Butter Steak Bites

These irresistible Garlic Butter Steak Bites are seared in a screaming hot skillet until perfectly c...

20 min · 480 cal · 42g protein · American

Honey Garlic Salmon Bites

Tender salmon chunks glazed in a sticky sweet honey garlic sauce and pan-seared until caramelized. T...

20 min · 350 cal · 34g protein · Asian-American

Green Goddess Dip

This thick and creamy green goddess dip is packed with fresh herbs and a bright lemony tang that mak...

5 min · 90 cal · 3g protein · American

Crispy Rice Spicy Tuna Bites

Golden crispy rice squares topped with creamy spicy tuna make an irresistible appetizer. These bites...

35 min · 310 cal · 18g protein · Japanese-Fusion

Deep Fried Lasagna Bites

Crispy golden bites filled with classic lasagna layers of ricotta, meat sauce, and mozzarella. A fun...

50 min · 540 cal · 28g protein · Italian American

Fried Pickle Dippers

Crispy golden fried pickle slices with a seasoned cornmeal and flour coating. Served with a tangy ra...

30 min · 340 cal · 7g protein · American

Sweet Potato Fries with Marshmallow Dip

Crispy oven baked sweet potato fries are paired with a fluffy toasted marshmallow dipping sauce. The...

45 min · 340 cal · 4g protein · American

Cheesy Bacon Onion Dip

A warm bubbling dip loaded with crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and melted cheese makes the ultima...

45 min · 290 cal · 12g protein · American

#10

Spicy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Crispy oven-baked cauliflower florets tossed in tangy buffalo sauce and served with cool ranch dip. ...

40 min · 280 cal · 7g protein · American

#11

Classic Churro Bites

Bite-sized fried dough pieces rolled in cinnamon sugar with a crisp exterior and soft fluffy interio...

35 min · 280 cal · 4g protein · Spanish-Mexican

#12

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Crispy roasted cauliflower florets tossed in classic buffalo sauce for a spicy plant-based snack. Th...

45 min · 210 cal · 5g protein · American

#13

Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

Tender grilled chicken skewers brushed with a glossy homemade teriyaki glaze. These skewers are swee...

35 min · 390 cal · 35g protein · Japanese-American

#14

General Tso Chicken Bites

Crispy bite-sized chicken pieces tossed in a tangy sweet and spicy General Tso sauce. This classic t...

35 min · 480 cal · 34g protein · Chinese-American

#15

Anticuchos Peruvian Beef Heart Skewers

Anticuchos are iconic Peruvian street food skewers made from marinated beef heart grilled over open ...

210 min · 290 cal · 38g protein · Peruvian

#16

Grilled Yakitori Skewers

Yakitori are classic Japanese grilled chicken skewers glazed with a sweet and savory tare sauce made...

35 min · 280 cal · 30g protein · Japanese

#17

Churros with Dark Chocolate Dipping Sauce

These golden crispy churros are fried to perfection, rolled in cinnamon sugar, and served with a dee...

35 min · 480 cal · 6g protein · Mexican

#18

Authentic Greek Tzatziki Dip

This cool and refreshing Greek yogurt dip is packed with grated cucumber, garlic, fresh dill, and a ...

15 min · 90 cal · 5g protein · Greek

#19

Greek Yogurt Cottage Cheese Protein Dip

This creamy double dairy protein dip blends smooth Greek yogurt with cottage cheese, fresh herbs, an...

5 min · 120 cal · 16g protein · American

#20

Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Garlic Lime Butter

These grilled shrimp skewers cook in just minutes over high heat and get basted in a bright garlic l...

23 min · 240 cal · 28g protein · American Coastal

#21

Buffalo Chicken Dip

This creamy and spicy buffalo chicken dip is the ultimate game day crowd-pleaser that disappears wit...

35 min · 320 cal · 22g protein · American

#22

Spinach Artichoke Dip

This ultra-creamy spinach artichoke dip is a timeless classic that belongs at every game day spread ...

40 min · 230 cal · 9g protein · American

#23

Mini Caprese Skewers

These elegant no-cook mini caprese skewers are the perfect fresh and light option to balance out the...

15 min · 120 cal · 7g protein · Italian

#24

Seven Layer Dip

This classic seven layer dip is a game day legend that looks stunning in a clear trifle dish and del...

20 min · 210 cal · 6g protein · Tex-Mex

#25

Classic Honey Mustard Chicken Skewers

These tender grilled chicken skewers are coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze that carame...

35 min · 320 cal · 34g protein · American

#26

Mini Caprese Skewers with Pasta

These adorable mini skewers feature fresh mozzarella balls cherry tomatoes and fresh basil served al...

25 min · 360 cal · 14g protein · Italian

#27

Rainbow Fruit Skewers with Yogurt Dip

Colorful chunks of fresh fruit threaded onto skewers in rainbow order make snack time feel like a ce...

10 min · 120 cal · 4g protein · American

#28

Mini Caprese Bites

These adorable bite-sized caprese snacks layer fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil on tooth...

8 min · 140 cal · 8g protein · Italian

#29

Banana Oat Energy Bites

These chewy no-bake energy bites are packed with banana, oats, and honey to give kids a sustained bo...

40 min · 95 cal · 3g protein · American

#30

Cheesy Broccoli Bites

These golden baked broccoli bites sneak vegetables into a cheesy crispy package that even the pickie...

30 min · 130 cal · 7g protein · American

#31

Zucchini Pizza Bites

Thick rounds of zucchini act as the perfect mini pizza crust base, topped with tomato sauce, melted ...

20 min · 115 cal · 7g protein · Italian-American

#32

Chocolate Dipped Banana Pops

Frozen banana halves dipped in silky melted chocolate and decorated with fun sprinkles make the perf...

75 min · 220 cal · 3g protein · American

#33

Strawberry Shortcake Skewers

Fluffy cubes of pound cake, fresh strawberries, and dollops of whipped cream threaded onto skewers c...

15 min · 195 cal · 3g protein · American

#34

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites

Safe to eat edible cookie dough made without raw eggs or flour is rolled into bite sized balls and s...

15 min · 135 cal · 2g protein · American

#35

Soft Pretzel Bites with Cheese Dip

These golden soft pretzel bites are made from a simple yeast dough and give older kids the satisfyin...

75 min · 340 cal · 10g protein · American

#36

Butternut Squash Hidden Mac Bites

These golden baked macaroni bites hide pureed butternut squash inside a crispy parmesan crust making...

40 min · 275 cal · 11g protein · American

#37

Dinosaur Nugget Bites

These crispy homemade chicken nuggets are pressed into dinosaur molds before breading and baking, cr...

40 min · 195 cal · 18g protein · American

#38

Butterfly Watermelon Skewers

Fresh watermelon slices cut into butterfly shapes and threaded onto skewers make a gorgeous and heal...

15 min · 45 cal · 1g protein · American

#39

Fish Shaped Tuna Cucumber Bites

Thick cucumber rounds topped with a creamy tuna mixture are cut or molded into fish shapes for a cle...

15 min · 80 cal · 8g protein · American

#40

Caterpillar Veggie Skewers

Fresh colorful vegetables threaded onto skewers in a repeating pattern create adorable caterpillar s...

15 min · 55 cal · 2g protein · American