Hosting the holidays? This curated list of easy Thanksgiving appetizers covers quick no-bake bites, make-ahead dips, and room-temperature nibbles that keep guests happy without hogging oven space. From baked brie and marinated cheese to kid-friendly handhelds, these Thanksgiving Day appetizers are fast, festive, and foolproof.
Quick Starters (Under 20 Minutes)
I love quick and easy Thanksgiving appetizers, and these ones are all ready in 20 minutes or less!
Maryland Style Crab Cake Recipe
Maryland Crab Cakes are made with jumbo lump crab meat with little filler, Dijon mustard and Old Bay Seasoning plus secrets to making authentic Chesapeake crab cakes!
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Ham and Cheese Sliders
Ham and Cheese Sliders are easy, cheesy and delicious! One of the best recipe for parties of all types, from baby showers and birthday parties to holiday parties and casual family get-togethers.
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Salmon Croquettes Recipe
Salmon Croquettes are a southern classic! Full of salmon, peppers, onions and seasoning, this versatile dish is sure to be loved by all!
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Cheesy Garlic Meatball Bombs
Cheesy Meatball Bombs are easy little meatballs bites covered in marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese and wrapped in pizza dough.
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Cranberry Goat Cheese Log
This Cranberry Goat Cheese Roll is the ultimate no cook appetizer. All you need is a log of goat cheese, cranberries, pecans and cinnamon.
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You cam easily make these Thanksgiving appetizer ahead of time to save time and oven space on the day of.
Hot Honey Chex Mix (Sweet & Spicy Chex Mix)
This EASY Hot Honey Chex Mix is the perfect blend of salty, spicy, and sweet. It's easy, customizable, and absolutely delicious!
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Southern Marinated Cheese Recipe
Cheddar, gouda, cream cheese, herby vinaigrette, zero fuss. Classic retro Southern marinated cheese with make-ahead tips, safe storage, and tasty twists for every party.
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Dill Pickle Ranch Pretzels
Dill Pickle Ranch Pretzels combine two popular flavors into one salty, tangy snack that you won't be able to stop eating! Only 4 ingredients!
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Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels are creamy, spicy buffalo dip rolled in tortillas. The perfect no-cook and make-ahead appetizer for any event!
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Air Fryer Chickpeas Recipe
Crispy and crunchy, and so customizable, these Air Fryer Chickpeas are done in an instant and can be combined with any seasoning blends!
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Spicy Ranch Pretzels
These delicious spicy ranch pretzels are an amazing snack that you can keep around just for you or that you can make to serve up at a party.
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After slaving in the kitchen all day, the last thing you want is for appetites to be ruined before Thanksgiving dinner even starts. Here are some light bites that won’t spoil any appetites.
Pepper Jelly Goat Cheese Dip Recipe
Baked Goat Cheese Dip is one of the most popular dips I make! This goat cheese recipe is creamy and full of sweet heat and the perfect potluck dish or party appetizer.
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Wild Rice Salad Recipe
With greens, wild rice, pomegranates, and dried cranberries along with an easy vinaigrette, this EASY Wild Rice Salad is packed flavor!
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Whipped Brie Cheese Recipe
This Whipped Brie Cheese recipe takes the creamy, decadent cheese to the next level. If you want to up your appetizer game, this will do it!
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Air Fryer Burrata
With a crispy breadcrumb and pistachio breading and ooey-gooey inside, this Air Fryer Burrata is going to be your new favorite appetizer!
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Homemade Crab Rangoon Recipe
Crispy wontons stuffed with a cream cheese, avocado and lump crab meat filling. Fry, air fry or bake and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Finger foods are the name of the game when entertaining, and bonus if they’re kid-friendly. Here are some of our favorites.
Crack Dip Recipe
This EASY Crack Dip recipe combines creamy cheese with loads of bacon and ranch flavor for an irresistible dip that is always a big hit!
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BBQ Bacon Wrapped Meatballs
Tender, juicy homemade meatballs wrapped in crispy bacon and slathered in your favorite BBQ sauce. Great appetizer or side!
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Fresh Dill Dip
This EASY fresh Dill Dip recipe is packed full of bright and tangy flavor from fresh dill and creamy sour cream (or Greek yogurt!)
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Pumpkin Deviled Eggs
Full of fall flavor and topped with crispy sage, these Pumpkin Deviled Eggs are the perfect creamy appetizer to add to your holiday spread.
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Bacon Ranch Chip Dip
Bacon and ranch collide into one delicious chip dip with this easy Bacon Ranch Chip Dip recipe!
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Easy Sausage Balls
If you're looking for the best sausage ball recipe, look no further than these Easy Sausage Balls! You won't be able to have just one!
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Pimento Cheese Sausage Balls
You'll never eat regular sausage balls again after you've tried the BEST Pimento Cheese Sausage Balls recipe! Perfect for entertaining or just snacking!
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Best Hush Puppy Recipe
Hush Puppies are gently fried cornbread with a crunchy outside and soft, doughy inside. Serve with fish fry, fried shrimp or any BBQ!
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You can’t go wrong with cheese, right? These cheesy Thanksgiving appetizers are sure to be the star of any show!
Cheesy Herb Drop Biscuit Recipe
Cheese and Herb Biscuits are a delicious combination of fresh herbs, parmesan and mozzarella cheese! This recipe is perfect to enjoy as a side dish or a snack!
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Cheesy Pigs in a Blanket
Pigs in a Blanket are great, but what if you made them into CHEESY pigs in a blanket? Serve with homemade creamy honey mustard sauce!
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Copycat Cheddar Bay Red Lobster Biscuit Recipe
These copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits are so easy to make you will make them for dinner every night! And they only take 20 minutes!
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Breaded Cheese Ravioli
Fried Ravioli are fresh raviolis lightly breaded and flash fried for a crunchy outside and gooey cheese inside. Serve with marinara sauce or creamy Italian dressing.
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Shrimp Rangoon
Succulent shrimp mixed with cream cheese and wrapped in a crispy wonton wrapper, Shrimp Rangoon is sure to be your new favorite appetizer.
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Cheese Stuffed Garlic Roll Recipe
Garlic bread rolls stuffed with gooey cheese. Serve with marinara, if desired.
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Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are an easy appetizer that's perfect for holiday parties. Everyone will love these stuffed mushrooms with sausage!
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Crab Rangoon Dip
This Crab Rangoon Dip is creamy, cheesy and packs all the flavor of the classic crab rangoon. It's quick & easy to make and takes only 30 minutes to make!
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Fried Blue Cheese Olives
Fried Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives will become your favorite New Year’s Eve recipe. But, this easy appetizer recipe is perfect for all occasions!
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Maryland Crab Dip
Hot Crab Dip with cream cheese is a is a Maryland classic! Blended with cheese, lump crab meat and old bay, this crab dip served hot is the best party appetizer recipe!
See The Recipe! Boards & Grazing (Minimal Cooking)
Let’s be honest- when cooking an entire Thanksgiving dinner, the last thing on your mid is probably Thanksgiving appetizers. That’s where these no-cook options come in handy!
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Charcuterie Board Meat Flowers
Take your charcuterie board to the next level by adding beautiful rosettes of thinly sliced salami, pepperoni and prosciutto.
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Gouda Pecans
Gouda Pecans are the BEST! Raw pecans are stuffed with an easy gouda and sour cream mix and that is all, folks! So easy to make!
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Pimento Cheese Ball
A southern favorite, this EASY Pimento Cheese Ball recipe is the perfect appetizer! Grab your crackers and pretzels, this will be your new favorite snack!
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Cream Cheese Board
Have you seen the newest rage, butter boards? Well I'm taking that concept and cranking it up a notch: queue the Cream Cheese Board!
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Party Cheese Ball
This cheese ball with cream cheese is a classic Party Cheese Ball recipe, made with simple ingredients. A must-make for any and all parties!
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Butter Board Recipe
All the rage for entertaining, a Butter Board will be the talk of your party! Four flavored butters for crackers, bread or crudite.
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This question is best answered after knowing how soon dinner is going to be served. Plan for 3–5 small bites per person if dinner is soon; alternatively, plan for 6–8 small bites if there’s a long gap or a larger crowd.
I like to have a few appetizer options for people to choose from. I like to use three basic categories: finger foods, dips and something hot. Having one from each of these categories provides for a nice selection.
These are all awesome! I am always in a rut and make the same things. Totally trying something new.