15 Party-Ready Appetizers You Can Prep Ahead

If you’re headed to a party this weekend (perhaps a football game?!) and tasked with bringing a snack, these recipes are quick, easy, and can be prepped ahead. They are perfect to take along with you and are always crowd-pleasers.

Marinated Olives with Feta

This Mediterranean-style appetizer is perfect for any occasion and it pairs nicely with any other appetizers that you may be serving. You will need kalamata and green olives, feta cheese, caperberries, and high-quality olive oil to make this dish. Mix together and serve!

Get the Recipe: Marinated Feta with Olives.

Roasted Corn Salsa

Corn and poblano pepper salsa in a bowl. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

Make this roasted corn salsa with plenty of poblanos, red onions, citrus, and cilantro for big flavor in each bite. Serve with quality tortilla chips. If it tastes familiar, it’s because it’s a copycat Chipotle recipe!

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Ranch Cheez-It Snack Mix

This Cheez-It snack mix has it all! Salty pretzels, cheesy crackers, satisfying nuts…all mixed up with ranch seasoning and baked to bring it all together. It’s perfect for holiday gifting, game days, movie or game nights at home, or as an anytime snack.

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Cheesy Street Corn Dip

This street corn dip takes the traditional (and beloved) flavors of Mexican street corn and turns them into a dippable form. Roasted corn, sour cream, mayo, Tajin, and plenty of cheese are baked together for an extra-cheesy dip. This elote dip comes together really quickly, is made with simple ingredients, and is always a crowd-pleaser and the perfect appetizer for game days or parties.

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Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs

These Bloody Mary deviled eggs are a must-try if you like bold flavors and classic appetizers! They bring a spicy, tangy twist to traditional deviled eggs with all the flavors of your favorite brunch cocktail. A fun, unexpected snack that’ll steal the show at any gathering!

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Baked Jalapeño Artichoke Dip

This baked jalapeño artichoke dip is a must-try if you’re all about creamy dips with a kick! The combination of tangy artichokes, spicy jalapeños, and gooey cheese makes this the perfect crowd-pleaser. Serve it with chips, bread, or veggies for a party favorite that’ll disappear fast!

Get the Recipe: Baked Jalapeño Artichoke Dip.

Mediterranean Charcuterie Board

A charcuterie board with meat, cheese, olives and hummus. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This Mediterranean board features meat, cheese, olives, pita, veggies and so much more. It’s a great spread to put out and will be a welcome reprise from the sweets and candy. Make your own hummus or lean on store-bought, no one will even know!

Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Charcuterie Board.

Chili Cheese Dip

This chili cheese dip starts with a can of Hormel and makes the perfect snack to share with friends. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers for a three-ingredient party food that guests will devour! Luckily for you, it is so easy to make, you can have a second batch underway in moments.

Get the Recipe: Chili Cheese Dip.

Creamy Peanut Butter Apple Dip

creamy apple dip — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This apple dip is creamy, sweet (but not too sweet), and has delicious and nutritious peanut butter flavor as well. Made with just a few ingredients you probably already have, it’s so easy to whip up a batch and is a must for apple season. Pair with pretzels, vanilla wafers, cookies, and plenty of apples for a snack board.

Get the Recipe: Creamy Peanut Butter Apple Dip.

Black Bean Hummus

Hummus made of black beans, topped with peppers and tomatoes. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

Skip the canned chickpeas and make this hummus with black beans instead. It is creamy, delicious, and best of all easy! It’s a wholesome and homemade snack. Serve with plenty of veggies and tortilla chips or pita crackers.

Get the Recipe: Black Bean Hummus.

Roasted Nut Party Mix

A bowl of mixes nuts, roasted until they are golden brown. — Photo Credit: xoxo Bella.

What makes a handful of nuts better? Sweet and spicy flavors. Made with pecans, walnuts, peanuts, cashews, and almonds, this homemade snack is worthy of sharing or even gifting to family and friends!

Get the Recipe: Roasted Nut Party Mix.

Smoked Salmon Dip

Smoked salmon, fresh dill, red onion, cream cheese, and of course plenty of cold smoked salmon are combined for a delicious and savory salmon dip that everyone is sure to love. Serve it with an assortment of crackers. It’s light, bright, and always a hit.

Get the Recipe: Smoked Salmon Dip.

Cowboy Caviar

Don’t tell the party guests that this bean dip is secretly super-nutritious – it is bound to be gobbled up based on flavor alone! Made with a colorful mix of fresh vegetables, two types of beans, and a tangy dressing, it’s hard to stop eating this dip! Serve with tortilla chips or crackers for a scoopable snack that everyone always adores.

Get the Recipe: Cowboy Caviar.

Dirty Martini Dip

Despite the name, this amazing dip is alcohol-free, and full of delicious flavors. The name comes from the inclusion of stuffed olives like those you would use in a dirty martini. This dip is perfect for a party and you can serve it with a variety of crackers, chips, and veggies.

Get the Recipe: Dirty Martini Dip.

Guacamole

Fresh, creamy, and loaded with flavor, this guacamole is a must-have for any snack spread. Made with ripe avocados, zesty lime, and jalapeno, it is perfect for dipping, spreading, or topping your favorite dishes.

Get the Recipe: Guacamole.