Over 30 Party-Ready Appetizers & Dips to Wow Your Guests

Planning a menu packed entirely with appetizers and snacks is one of my favorite things to do (and parties to join!). Every New Year’s Eve, we put together a spread just like this. It’s one of my most anticipated nights of the year, all thanks to the food! Dips, finger foods, and all those amazing snack recipes. Below, you’ll find over 30 of my best appetizer, snack, and dip recipes. ⬇️⬇️

These recipes are perfect for any occasion, not just parties. Have you ever enjoyed the simple pleasure of digging into a hot, bubbling pan of spinach artichoke dip on an ordinary Tuesday night just because? If not, you’re truly missing out!

30+ Best Appetizers and Dips for Any Party

1

Bacon Jalapeño Popper Dip

This warm dip can be assembled in advance and baked when you’re ready. Serve it with bread, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetables. Get the Recipe

2

The Best Cheeseball

Nothing (and I truly mean nothing) beats an outstanding cheeseball. This recipe is the absolute best there is! Get the Recipe

3

Best Veggie Dip on the Planet

Make this veggie dip days ahead of time—it tastes amazing with veggies or chips. Get the Recipe

4

Cranberry-Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip

If cranberries are in season, this dip is a must-make. Everyone goes crazy for it. We love serving it with pretzel crisps or other crackers. Get the Recipe

5

Puff Pastry Baked Brie Bites

I adore the combination of flavors and textures in these brie bites. You can easily swap the jam for other flavors. Get the Recipe

6

Cranberry Brie Bites

Here’s a cranberry twist on those brie bites—one word: YUM! Get the Recipe

7

The Best Homemade Guacamole

Serving homemade guac with tortilla chips is always a smart choice for an appetizer spread. Feel free to stir in extra add-ins to make it your own! Get the Recipe

8

Hot Bean Dip

This creamy, flavorful bean dip is served warm. You can assemble it ahead of time and bake when needed. Get the Recipe

9

Creamy Cranberry Jalapeño Dip

This blended version of the viral cranberry-jalapeño dip is fantastic served this way (and is a knockoff of the kind Costco sells). Get the Recipe

10

Sesame Thai Chicken Dip

I don’t want to play favorites, but this dip is my all-time favorite appetizer EVER. It’s absolutely, crazily delicious. Get the Recipe

11

The Best 7-Layer Dip

Why is 7-layer dip so incredibly good? This is the best version I’ve ever tried—simple and straightforward! Get the Recipe

12

Easy Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites

Buttery, soft, and chewy, these little pretzel bites are fantastic and incredibly easy to make. They’re perfect for an appetizer spread (because who can resist carbs wrapped in a tiny bundle?). Get the Recipe

13

Fruit Salsa with Baked Cinnamon Tortilla Chips

This fruit salsa is incredible and a fun twist on savory salsa. Serve it with cinnamon tortilla chips (store-bought or homemade). Get the Recipe

14

Cheesy Sausage Wonton Bites

A bit retro and a whole lot delicious, these baked wontons are filled with a cheesy sausage mixture that’s simply wonderful. Get the Recipe

15

The Best Spinach Artichoke Dip

Perfectly creamy and cheesy, this is the best spinach artichoke dip around. It can be assembled ahead of time and baked when needed. Get the Recipe

16

Easy Cowboy Caviar

This appetizer is super easy to throw together—a light and fresh option to balance the more decadent dips. We love serving it with tortilla chips. Get the Recipe

17

Perfect Jalapeño Poppers {Gluten-Free}

A little creamy, a little cheesy, and a little spicy—I love jalapeño poppers, and this version is my favorite! Get the Recipe

18

Amazing and Simple Greek Feta Dip

This dip is unassuming but far more than the sum of its parts. Whenever I serve it, it’s one of the first things to disappear! Get the Recipe

19

Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites

Who can resist bacon-wrapped chicken? The sweet and spicy flavors in this appetizer are absolutely delicious. Get the Recipe

20

Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Dip

Slide this sweet dip in with the savory appetizers for a delicious change—it’s fantastic with graham crackers, shortbread cookies, or pretzels! Get the Recipe

21

Queso Blanco Dip

Delicious queso! Bonus: it can be kept warm in a slow cooker for hours. Get the Recipe

22

Quick and Easy Homemade Salsa

This quick homemade salsa is fresh, flavorful, and tasty—it comes together in just a few minutes. Get the Recipe

23

Sizzling Bacon and Cheese Pinwheels

Another vintage/retro recipe, these pinwheels are fun to make and combine bacon and cream cheese rolled up with bread. Get the Recipe

24

Caprese Skewers

So easy and so yummy, these caprese skewers provide a fresh, lighter balance to heavier appetizers. Don’t skip the balsamic drizzle! Get the Recipe

25

Chocolate Chip Cheeseball

Think of this as no-bake cheesecake rolled up and covered in chocolate cookie crumbs. There’s a whole lot to love here! Get the Recipe

26

Toffee Apple Dip

This quick and simple dip can be made several days ahead and is perfect with sliced apples for dipping! Get the Recipe

27

Easy Cinnamon and Sugar Candied Pecans

The perfect sweet, buttery, crunchy complement to any party food lineup! These pecans can be made several days in advance (store covered at cool room temperature). Get the Recipe

28

Easy 7-Layer Greek Hummus Dip

This hummus-loaded 7-layer dip is delicious and a fun twist on regular 7-layer dip. Get the Recipe

29

Perfect Chocolate Fondue

This chocolate fondue truly is perfect and so delicious served with fresh fruit, graham crackers, Oreos, Rice Krispie treats, marshmallows, and more. Get the Recipe

30

The Very Best Puppy Chow Recipe

Did you know puppy chow (aka muddy buddies) is incredibly tasty stored in the freezer? That means this puppy chow can be made weeks ahead and pulled out for your next party! Get the Recipe

31

Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Rolls

I love making this recipe into mini-size pizza rolls for appetizer spreads. Serve with warm pizza sauce on the side, if you like. Get the Recipe

32

Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries

This fruity recipe is so fun and tasty! No-bake cheesecake batter is piled inside hollowed-out strawberries, and the flavor combination is fantastic. Get the Recipe

33

Garlic and Herb Butter Spread

I love making this butter spread and serving it alongside fresh rosemary bread or easy peasant bread. The bread plus flavored butter combo is irresistible. Get the Recipe

34

Butter Toffee Popcorn

This popcorn is the perfect snack to munch on alongside all the other appetizers and dips!