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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    21 Finger Foods That Practically Pack Themselves (Perfect for National Picnic Day!)

    Published: Apr 21, 2025 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Planning a picnic sounds fun—until it’s time to figure out what to bring. With National Picnic Day coming up, I rounded up some finger foods that are easy to prep, pack, and snack on without any hassle. These bites travel like a dream and taste even better under the sun. Perfect for spreading out a blanket and keeping things deliciously low-key.

    Ham And Cheese Sliders On Hawaiian Rolls With Aioli

    A Hawaiian roll slider being lifted from a platter.
    Ham And Cheese Sliders On Hawaiian Rolls With Aioli. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    Great for picnics, this juicy ham, melted Swiss cheese and aioli on soft Hawaiian rolls is baked to perfection and topped with a flavorful butter mixture.
    Get the Recipe: Ham And Cheese Sliders On Hawaiian Rolls With Aioli

    Creamy Crab Pinwheels Recipe

    Creamy Crab Pinwheels Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Warm Up Your Winter: Southern Classics!

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    This delicious crab pinwheels recipe is stuffed with a creamy filling of cream cheese, crab, cheddar cheese, and a spicy creole seasoning.
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Crab Pinwheels Recipe

    Puff Pastry Appetizers

    Puff Pastry Appetizers. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Caramelized Onion Pastry Bites are just what you need to impress your friends. An easy make ahead finger food you can make for picnics.
    Get the Recipe: Puff Pastry Appetizers

    Bold Chex Mix Recipe Oven Baked

    A bowl of buttery chex mix, with pretzels.
    Bold Chex Mix Recipe Oven Baked. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This Homemade Chex Mix Recipe coated in a bold and buttery seasoning is an ideal snack. Great for picnics.
    Get the Recipe: Bold Chex Mix Recipe Oven Baked

    Crispy Bacon Wrapped Tater Tots

    A serving bowl of tater tots wrapped in bacon.
    Crispy Bacon Wrapped Tater Tots. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Crispy tater tots wrapped in bacon with a brown sugar glaze will be the hit of your next picnic. So easy to make.
    Get the Recipe: Crispy Bacon Wrapped Tater Tots

    Fire Cracker Recipe With Saltines

    A plate of seasoned crackers.
    Fire Cracker Recipe With Saltines. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Spicy fire crackers made with ranch, red pepper flakes, and dill. A zesty snack that’s easy to make and perfect for picnics!
    Get the Recipe: Fire Cracker Recipe With Saltines

    Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Recipe (No Bisquick!)

    Sausage balls piled on a platter.
    Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Recipe (No Bisquick!). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Cream cheese sausage balls are the perfect snack food for your next party. Serve these any time of day for a savory finger food that’s full of flavor.
    Get the Recipe: Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Recipe (No Bisquick!)

    Cheesy Sausage Phyllo Cups With Ranch Dressing

    A tray of mini cheese bites on a baking sheet
    Cheesy Sausage Phyllo Cups With Ranch Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Sausage and cheese phyllo cups are a simple but AMAZING 4-ingredient appetizer that you can prepare in 10 minutes! Great for game days, brunch, or a party.
    Get the Recipe: Cheesy Sausage Phyllo Cups With Ranch Dressing

    Southern Cheese Straws With Sharp Cheddar Cheese

    A basket of cheese straws next to glassesof wine.
    Southern Cheese Straws With Sharp Cheddar Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Cheesy, buttery, and with a spicy kick—these cheddar cheese straws are easy to make and perfect for snacks or parties.
    Get the Recipe: Southern Cheese Straws With Sharp Cheddar Cheese

    Homemade Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls With Apples

    A platter of apple sausage rolls.
    Homemade Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls With Apples. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    These puff pastry sausage rolls are a sweet and savory mix of sausage, apple, and crunchy pistachios. You’ll crave these again and again!
    Get the Recipe: Homemade Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls With Apples

    Mini Zucchini Appetizer Quiches

    A platter of zucchini quiches with basil leaves.
    Mini Zucchini Appetizer Quiches. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Serve a zucchini appetizer right out of the oven or at room temperature, baked in prepared phyllo cups, they’re a breeze to make.
    Get the Recipe: Mini Zucchini Appetizer Quiches

    Rice Krispie Cheese Crackers (Cheese Crispies)

    Small bowls of cheese crispies next to a grey linen.
    Rice Krispie Cheese Crackers (Cheese Crispies). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Cheese crispies are a buttery and cheesy finger food that make the perfect non-greasy appetizer or snack. Rice Krispies are the secret!
    Get the Recipe: Rice Krispie Cheese Crackers (Cheese Crispies)

    Mini Croque-Monsieur A French Appetizer

    Mini Croque Monsieurs on a black platter.
    Mini Croque-Monsieur A French Appetizer. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    If you can’t be in France you can still enjoy mini Croque-Monsieur appetizers. Your guests will love this take on a French classic.
    Get the Recipe: Mini Croque-Monsieur A French Appetizer

    Baked Mini Tortilla Pizzas In A Muffin Tin

    Pepperoni pizza bites on a plate.
    Baked Mini Tortilla Pizzas In A Muffin Tin. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    15 minutes and 4 ingredients, that’s all you need for these mini pizza appetizers baked in a muffin tin. The secret is in how long you allow them to bake!
    Get the Recipe: Baked Mini Tortilla Pizzas In A Muffin Tin

    Kentucky Benedictine Sandwiches With Cream Cheese And Cucumbers

    A tray of cucumber sandwiches.
    Kentucky Benedictine Sandwiches With Cream Cheese And Cucumbers. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Elegant and charming, these Benedictine Tea Sandwiches are a delightful blend of cream cheese and cucumber on soft white bread.
    Get the Recipe: Kentucky Benedictine Sandwiches With Cream Cheese And Cucumbers

    Swiss Cheese Crackers Recipe

    A bowl of gruyere cheese crackers with salt sprinkled around them.
    Swiss Cheese Crackers Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Gruyère cheese crackers are the grown up version of a childhood favorite. Although homemade, they’re still easy to make with just 4 ingredients.
    Get the Recipe: Swiss Cheese Crackers Recipe

    Old Bay Cheese Wafers

    A platter of old bay cheese wafers with some strawberries.
    Old Bay Cheese Wafers. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Old Bay Cheese Wafers – A rich buttery cheese wafer with the surprising addition of Old Bay seasoning. Added pretzels give them an extra crunch
    Get the Recipe: Old Bay Cheese Wafers

    Flaky Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls

    A platter of puff pastry sausage rolls.
    Flaky Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Making flaky puff pastry sausage rolls at home is quite easy, actually! Assembly is straightforward. A terrific bite-size appetizer, these can also be made ahead.
    Get the Recipe: Flaky Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls

    Famous Masters Pimento Cheese Sandwich Recipe

    A classic pimento cheese sandwich on white bread, cut in half and placed on green wax paper, sits next to a Masters logo cooler, water bottle, and part of an event map—perfect national picnic day finger foods on a yellow surface.
    Famous Masters Pimento Cheese Sandwich Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Make the Masters Pimento Cheese Recipe. This creamy, tangy pimento cheese sandwich is perfect for any golf fan or Southern food lover.
    Get the Recipe: Famous Masters Pimento Cheese Sandwich Recipe

    Homemade Kettle Chips Recipe

    Homemade Kettle Chips Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    Homemade Kettle Chips are light, crispy and, so easy to make. Paired with an Onion Dill Dip, you’ll want to make these again and again!
    Get the Recipe: Homemade Kettle Chips Recipe

    Tomato Upside Down Puff Pastry Tarts

    Round mini flatbreads topped with red and yellow cherry tomato slices, fresh herbs, and seasoning—perfect finger foods for celebrating National Picnic Day, arranged beautifully on a white surface.
    Tomato Upside Down Puff Pastry Tarts. Photo credit: Semi Homemade Kitchen.

    Tomato upside-down puff pastry tarts with roasted cherry tomatoes and Gruyère cheese. An easy, viral-inspired appetizer or lunch recipe.
    Get the Recipe: Tomato Upside Down Puff Pastry Tarts

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