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Life is a party!! If not, then it is all about celebrating small moments which are no less than a party!! And what is a party?? For me, it is all about good food and great company. Well, I am not sure about a good company but I can assure you, with these amazing party food ideas you will have some great food as your party spreads.
Be it your kid’s birthday or a bachelorette, a game day celebration, or a full-fledged Christmas party, we have a dish tailormade for every occasion you ask for! From dreamy desserts that are a treat to both eyes and mouth, to finger foods that you will keep wolfing down. Be it sweet or savory, bites or drinks you will be a loyal fan of these recipes.
We know being a host makes you juggle through multiple works and frenzy schedules, so we have some tricks and deals to make your work easy and quick so that you can share some lovely times with your guests without being stuck in the kitchen!
Now get your guest list ready and start your preparations because we are going to host the most happening party with the sexiest flavors with these epic party food ideas!!
Popcorn Shrimp Recipe
This Popcorn Shrimp Recipe is going to be the star of your party. Deep-fried shrimp with lots of seasoning will give you a punch of flavors the moment you pop them into your mouth.
Made in about 30 minutes, these bite-sized shrimps can be totally customized as per your choice. Serve them with a cheesy dip on the side and watch them vanish in a wink!!!
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp
- 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp paprika smoked
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp of garlic powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tsp parsley
Get the recipe here.
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Rotel Dip Recipe
If you are searching for that perfect cheesy dip for your next party, try this recipe. Browned crumbled sausage with lots of melty,ooey, gooey cheese, tangy tomatoes, and the freshness of cilantro are the highlights of this dip.
Be it a game night, movie marathon, or gossip night with gal pals, this dip when served with some crispy chips will win over your senses!!
Ingredients
- 1-ounce Taco Seasoning
- 1/2 lb. hot pork sausage
- 3/4 cup Pale Ale beer
- 16 oz. Velveeta
- 1/2 ounce of Pepper Jack cheese
- 1 can Rotel Tomatoes
- 1 cup black beans
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
Get the recipe here.
Honey Bbq Crockpot Meatballs Recipe
Shine bright at your next neighborhood gathering with this Honey BBQ Crockpot Meatballs. These dump-and-go recipes are perfect when you are juggling multiple works for hosting a party.
The ingredients are minimal and you just have to mix and jump everything in the crockpot. The rest of the work will be done by it. Garnish with some parsley and serve these cuties warm on the table. Toddlers and adults will enjoy it to their heart’s content!
Ingredients
- 2 lb frozen meatballs
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/3 cup grape jelly
- Optional parsley chopping
Get the recipe here.
Bacon Wrapped Dates Recipe
Guests are always pleasantly surprised whenever they try these bacon-wrapped dates. Sweet dates are stuffed with cheese which oozes out into your mouth. The dates are then embedded in a bacon blanket and baked together.
You can assemble them before time and bake and serve them as and when required. This unique appetizer will surely be a great addition to your party spread!
- 20 Medjool date
- 6 ounces of goat cheese
- 10 slices of halved bacon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tbsp minced parsley
Get the recipe here.
Homemade Hummus Recipe
Be it a family get-together or a best friend’s pajama party, this homemade hummus recipe will make it big everywhere. The creamy, fluffy hummus with tahini sauce already tastes yummy, but those zesty lemons and earthy garlic tones add a whole lot of flavor to this hummus.
Serve a big bowl of this hummus with lots of chips, fries, and sauteed veggies and your party will be lit!!!
Ingredients
- 1 can of chickpeas
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 1 .5 to 2 lemons
- 2 medium cloves garlic
- ½ tsp cumin
- 2 Tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons toast pine nuts
Get the recipe here.
Crispy Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe
Crispy Chicken with wings is slathered with a rich spicy homemade buffalo sauce to make this wonderful appetizer. This is the baked version so it has an edge of being healthier than its fried avatar.
When served with some ranch or cheese dip on the side and fresh celery sticks for that refreshing crunch, this recipe becomes one of the best party food ideas to try!!!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of chicken drumettes
- 1-½ tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp of kosher salt
- 1 cup of Buffalo Sauce
- Celery Sticks to be served
- Ranch or Blue Cheese to be served
Get the recipe here.
Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries Recipe
These Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries are a total beauty that will enchant everyone at your next party. Just whisk some cream cheese, sugar, and sour cream into cut strawberries and there you have a plate of fancy appetizers that seem straight out of a fairy tale.
The best part is it only takes 10 minutes. So if you are planning a fancy cocktail party or a romantic dinner, these cuties will be a tasty adornment on the table!!
Ingredients
- 20 large strawberries
- 6 ounces of cream cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
Get the recipe here.
White Sangria Recipe
What’s a party without a cocktail?? This White Sangria Recipe can be made in minutes and will look so lovely on your countertop.
Made with white wine, vodka, syrup, and sliced fresh fruits, this cocktail will be the perfect curtain raiser for your party. So all my boozy adults, take a sip of this white sangria and party all night!!
Ingredients
- 750 ml Pinot Grigio
- 1/2 cup citrus vodka
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- 1 orange sliced
- 1 lemon
- 1 cup of strawberry
Get the recipe here.
Baked Potato Skins Recipe
This Baked Potato Skin is creativity at its best. Potatoes are cut into halves. Their insides are scooped out. Then there are seasoned and baked. Once crispy these are stuffed with cheese and bacon and then baked.
The result is a crispy cheese bite that will lead to an eruption of flavors in your mouth. Be it a birthday party or a game day, this starter will be a hit among your friends!!
Ingredients
- 6 medium Russet Potatoes
- 1-½ tbsp canola oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup shredded cheddar
- 1/2 cup of Monterey Jack
- 4 slices of crisp bacon
Get the recipe here.
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Hawaiian Pizza Sliders Recipe
Last minute party plan? Fret not because we have got you covered. Just 20 minutes in the kitchen and a cheesy delight is ready at your fingertips. Just slice the bread roll and layer it with meat, cheese, and seasonings.
Then pop it into the oven for the cheese to melt. Take it out and serve it at a party or as a snack on any random weekday and its taste will make you crave more!!
Ingredients
- 12 Hawaiian bread rolls
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- ¼ tsp Italian seasoning
- 6 slices deli-cut ham
- 6 mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pineapple
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Get the recipe here.
Easy Cheese Ball Recipe
Parties are incomplete without the cheese. In Fact, when it comes to cheese, I believe the more the better!! This Easy Cheese Ball has everything we like, cheese (of course), bacon bits, nuts, and lots of seasoning.
The process is child’s play as you only have to mix the ingredients and make balls out of them. I feel this recipe is not only a great appetizer but also a super fun activity to do while planning a party platter!
Ingredients
- 8 oz bacon
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 16 ounces of butter
- 1/2 ounce Mexican cheese
- 1-1/4 cup cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup of onion bulbs
- ½ cup walnuts
- 3 tbsp Ranch seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper powder
Get the recipe here.
Watermelon Agua Fresca Recipe
This Watermelon Agua Fresca Recipe is like a gentle breeze that will quench your thirst. Juicy watermelon chunks and water are blended together to get that bright red fruit water. Add some sugar to get that perfect sweet taste.
A tad bit of lime juice gives that extra freshness and zesty cameo. Pour it into a jar and garnish with mint leaves. I bet your guest will want more of it after every round of dance at the party!!!
Ingredients
- 4 cups of cubed watermelon
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/4- 1/2 cup sugar
- Juice of one lime
- mint and lime slices as a garnish
Get the recipe here.
Mini Cheesecakes Recipe
Cheesecakes are love. And when it comes to the mini cheesecakes you can never have enough. With just minimal ingredients you can whip these cuties in about 30 minutes.
Be it a dinner date, a baby shower or a cozy family party, these effortlessly chic mini cheesecakes are going to fill your mouth and heart with an extra dose of sweetness!!!
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 Tbsp Butter melted
- 3 Tbsp Sugar
- 2 packages of 8 ounces of cream cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 large eggs
Get the recipe here.
10-minute Smoked Salmon Pinwheels Recipe
The name of this recipe itself will make you curious. And rest assured because this one is actually that easy and tasty. Just put the cream, spinach, and smoked salmon on a burrito-style wrap.
Roll it up and cut it into pieces, serve and enjoy!! Enjoy it as a starter or a snack. You can even serve it as a side dish with your favorite gravy and some Boiled veggies. So party on these smoked salmon pinwheels without compromising on health!!
Ingredients
- 2 spinach burrito-style wraps
- four to six ounces of cream cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped dill
- 1/2 tsp chives
- 1/8 tsp powdered garlic
- Four to six ounces of smoked salmon
Get the recipe here.
Pigs in a Blanket Recipe
Planning a party for Children can sometimes be a huge task. To ease out some of your worries, we have this quick, easy, and yummy recipe of pigs in a blanket for you.
Just cut the crescent rolls into triangles and wrap them around the smokies. Bake and serve hot. I can imagine little munchkins running to grab one of these at any party it is served!!
Ingredients
- 2 packages of crescent rolls
- 1 package of Little Smokies
- poppy seeds as an optional garnish
Get the recipe here.
Caprese Christmas Wreath Recipe
This Caprese Christmas Wreath is one of the best party ideas to serve in one of those posh pre-Christmas parties. Juicy tomatoes and gooey cheese balls are tossed in olive oil and herbs.
It is then served with a small bowl of balsamic glaze. Be it color, taste, or texture these recipes scream Christmas to me!!!
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cups balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 12 ounces of grape tomato
- 10 ounces bocconcini-sized cherries
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3-4 tsp of dried Italian herbs
- sea salt flakes and ground pepper
Get the recipe here.
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers Recipe
These Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers will be a blockbuster at your next party. These are baked so no oil pool or deep frying is needed.
These are mildly spicy, cheesy, and crispy. You can assemble them ahead of time and can just bake them as and when needed. So if you have a party coming up, give these poppers a chance and you won’t be disappointed!!
Ingredients
- 12 jalapeno peppers
- 1-8 ounces of cream cheese
- 1 cup of cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp of onion powder
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 12 slices bacon
Get the recipe here.
Sausage Rolls Recipe
A rich and juicy filling inside a golden and flaky pastry makes these sausage rolls utterly delicious. The sauteed garlic and onions add that extra kick of flavor to these rolls.
Serve these baked goodies with a spicy dip for a regular evening snack or a wintry evening party and everyone will be in awe of this delightful delicacy!!!
Ingredients
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 bulbs of garlic
- 1 onion brown
- 1 celery stalk
- 5 oz bacon
- 2 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1 lb pork mince
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2-1/2 puff pastry sheets
Get the recipe here.
Pretzel Bites Recipe
These Pretzel Bites are not only great party appetizers but also perfect to bring for game day, picnics, or for enjoying on any random day while watching your favorite TV show. These are super easy to make and the ingredients needed are probably already there in your pantry.
The cheese sauce served with these bites takes its taste and feels a notch higher. So if you are looking for a simple yet delectable appetizer give this recipe a whirl!!
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cups of warm water
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1 package of dry active yeast
- 3 ounces unsalted butter
- 2-1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 4-1/2 to 5 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup baking soda
- 1 whole egg whisked
Get the recipe here.
Vodka Jello Shots Recipe
If you are a fan of cocktails then this recipe will be loved by you. These Vodka Jello shots give you the fun of Jello shots with the kick of vodka.
Just three ingredients and these shots are ready. Serve them at bridal showers or at a promotion party. These Vodka Jello shots are sure to rock each of your celebrations!!
Ingredients
- 3 ounces of flavoring gelatin
- 1 cup of boiling water
- 1/2 cup ice-cold water
- ½ cup vodka
Get the recipe here.
Sweet Corn Fritters Recipe
Sweet Corn Fritters are a common gentle household snack. But with some changes here and there that humble fritter can dress up to be an ideal party snack. These fritters are crispy with a subtle sweet taste.
You can tailor the recipe to tone up the spice quotient. Serve this with any of your favorite dips and you will surely adore it!!!
Ingredients
- 8 ears of corn stripped
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic
- 2 Tablespoons cilantro
- 1 yellow onion
- 3/4 Tablespoon sugar
Get the recipe here.
Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
A nice, rich, and creamy dip carves your way to a lit party. This Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe is a crowd-pleaser. The preparation is so simple and it gets ready in a few blinks.
It is a one-pan recipe so mix all cream and cheese, then chop in the spinach, artichokes, and jalapenos, and cook it till they combine well. This dip is so rich and tasty that you will gobble it down without a second thought. Serve this with some chips, fries, or crusty bread, and dig in!!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of cream cheese
- 16 oz of nonfat sour cream
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 1-1/2 cups of Parmesan cheese shreds
- 14-ounce artichoke hearts
- 4 oz can diced jalapeños
- 10 oz frozen spinach
- 2-3 cloves of garlic
Get the recipe here.
Mini Party Burgers Recipe
These Mini Party Burgers will make you eat them on repeat. These are the perfect finger food with flaky crust and juicy patty filling, that will liven up every occasion.
Make these mini burgers in under 30 minutes, serve them with some spicy and sweet dip and let these mini beauties invade your senses!!
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound beef ground
- 1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp water
- 1 frozen puff pastry sheet
- 4 slices Havarti cheese
Get the recipe here.
Easy Bruschetta Recipe
These easy bruschetta recipes will be the perfect dish in your party spread. Made with juicy tomatoes, onions, and earthy garlic these Italian salsa will go great with an array of dishes.
Serve this over a toasted baguette or top it on egg sliders. This easy peasy bruschetta will add much-needed tanginess to the special occasion!!
Ingredients
- 16 oz baguette
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons of virgin olive oil
- 3 bulbs of garlic
- 4 large beefsteak tomatoes
- ¼ cup purple onion
- ¼ cup basil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Get the recipe here.
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Salami Cream Cheese Roll Recipe
This Salami Cream Cheese Roll may sound tricky to make but trust me it is one of the easiest party snacks you can make. With a little trick, you can make these rolls in huge quantities to serve your guests.
Since the prep is immaculate, you won’t have to smash your kitchen counter while making this. Serve it with some crackers and enjoy them over some spicy gossip and laughter!!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of cream cheese
- 6 oz sliced large salami
- 1/4 cup baby capers
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- Crackers for serving
Get the recipe here.
Shrimp Chorizo Bites Recipe
If you are planning to host a fancy party with that costly booze and aesthetic snacks. Then this Shrimp Chorizo Bites recipe will be appealing to you. Well-seasoned shrimp are skewered and set to hold chorizo in their curve.
Then these are cooked until Chorizo is crispy. Next, you can toss them in flavors of lime juice to add that sassy taste and serve. Let your guests enjoy their favorite cocktail with fancy-looking incredibly tasty Shrimp Chorizo Bites!!
Ingredients
- 16 jumbo shrimp
- 1 tbsp of thyme
- 1 lemon peel
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 large clove of garlic
- 1/2 cup dry sherry
- Scallions, cut on the bias and thinly sliced
- long toothpicks
Get the recipe here.
Chocolate Truffles Recipe
No party is complete without dessert. And there is no better dessert than chocolate. So this Chocolate Truffle can be a holy grail for party food ideas. With just three ingredients and a little mixing, your chocolate truffles are ready!
Make it for parties or surprise your family by serving them with these luscious truffles. These Chocolate Truffles will definitely be a hit among kids and adults alike!!
Ingredients
- 16 ounces of premium chocolate
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 tbsp of butter
Get the recipe here.
Conclusion
Curating a menu for your next party will be a breeze with these amazing party food ideas. Watch that shy kid grab a handful of these appetizers or see your crush enjoying a sip of the cocktail you made last minute.
These recipes will cater to all types of occasions and all types of people. Rest assured with these incredible party food ideas you are going to host one of the best parties of the season!! Keep Eating!! Keep Partying!!
