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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    31 Finger Foods and Appetizers Everyone Will Be Talking About at Your Next Party

    Published: Mar 27, 2025 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    You know that feeling when you’re at a party, and you keep going back for “just one more” bite? That’s exactly what’s going to happen when you serve up these finger foods and appetizers. Whether it’s crispy, cheesy, or a little bit of both, these bites are guaranteed to be the talk of the night. Trust me, your guests won’t stop asking for the recipes!

    Baked Homemade Pita Chips (In Just 20 Minutes)

    Baked Homemade Pita Chips (In Just 20 Minutes). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    Say goodbye to store bought chips and bake homemade seasoned pita chips instead. Crispy, flavorful pita chips for scooping and snacking in 20 minutes!
    Get the Recipe: Baked Homemade Pita Chips (In Just 20 Minutes)

    Blue Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped In Bacon

    A platter of bacon wrapped stuffed dates.
    Blue Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped In Bacon. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Dates stuffed with blue cheese and a spicy glaze that will get your attention. Throw these dates wrapped in bacon together in 15 minutes.
    Get the Recipe: Blue Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped In Bacon

    Cream Cheese Crescent Roll Appetizers With Mushrooms

    A serving platter with mushroom crescent rolls
    Cream Cheese Crescent Roll Appetizers With Mushrooms. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Follow these steps at home to make this easy vegetarian crescent roll appetizer with cream cheese and chopped mushrooms. Yields 48 bite-size rolls.
    Get the Recipe: Cream Cheese Crescent Roll Appetizers With Mushrooms

    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 game days!
    Get the Recipe: Fire Cracker Recipe With Saltines

    Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers Baked In The Oven

    A plate of bacon wrapped jalapeno chicken poppers.
    Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers Baked In The Oven. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Golden brown, bacon-wrapped jalapeño chicken poppers are stuffed with a tequila cream cheese filling, perfect for your next party.
    Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers Baked In The Oven

    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

    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

    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!)

    Deviled Eggs With Candied Bacon

    Deviled Eggs With Candied Bacon. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Creamy deviled eggs topped with sweet candied bacon for a bold twist on a classic dish. Perfect for parties, BBQs, or holiday gatherings.
    Get the Recipe: Deviled Eggs With Candied Bacon

    Southern Boiled Peanuts In A Dutch Oven

    A bowl of boiled peanuts.
    Southern Boiled Peanuts In A Dutch Oven. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Boiled Peanuts are a classic Southern snack made with raw peanuts, salt, and water. Simmered for hours, they’re tender and packed with flavor.
    Get the Recipe: Southern Boiled Peanuts In A Dutch Oven

    Bold Chex Mix Recipe Oven Baked

    Bold Chex mix in bowls.
    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 any occasion.
    Get the Recipe: Bold Chex Mix Recipe Oven Baked

    Simply Delicious Ranch Seasoned Oyster Crackers

    Bowls of seasoned ranch oyster crackers.
    Simply Delicious Ranch Seasoned Oyster Crackers. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    These ranch oyster crackers are so simple to make and keep well, which means you can have them on hand for whenever you need a snack.
    Get the Recipe: Simply Delicious Ranch Seasoned Oyster Crackers

    Spicy Roasted Nuts

    A bowl full of spicy roasted nuts.
    Spicy Roasted Nuts. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Spicy roasted nuts made in a skillet are a quick and easy appetizer you can make in just a flash. A healthy snack that’s savory and spicy.
    Get the Recipe: Spicy Roasted Nuts

    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)

    Classic Deviled Eggs- Just 4 Ingredients

    A deviled egg being removed from a platter.
    Classic Deviled Eggs- Just 4 Ingredients. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Classic deviled eggs with mayo, mustard, and a sprinkle of paprika and parsley. A simple, tasty appetizer that everyone will love.
    Get the Recipe: Classic Deviled Eggs- Just 4 Ingredients

    Grilled Dates Stuffed With Goat Cheese

    A platter of grilled dates.
    Grilled Dates Stuffed With Goat Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Grilled dates stuffed with goat cheese and then wrapped with prosciutto, the perfect marriage of salty and sweet. Cook them on the grill for an easy appetizer for any occasion.
    Get the Recipe: Grilled Dates Stuffed With Goat 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

    Cheesy Sausage Phyllo Cups With Ranch Dressing

    A platter of sausage cups.
    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

    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 party or game day. So easy to make.
    Get the Recipe: Crispy Bacon Wrapped Tater Tots

    20-Minute Baked Buffalo Chicken Cups

    A platter of Buffalo chicken bites.
    20-Minute Baked Buffalo Chicken Cups. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    These buffalo chicken-filled cups are the perfect bite-size appetizer! They’re made with tortilla chip scoops, cooked shredded chicken, and cheddar cheese.
    Get the Recipe: 20-Minute Baked Buffalo Chicken Cups

    Sausage Balls Recipe Without Bisquick (Non Greasy)

    Sausage Balls Recipe Without Bisquick (Non Greasy). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Sausage balls without Bisquick are a favorite at our house. Less greasy than the traditional recipe making them perfect for game days!
    Get the Recipe: Sausage Balls Recipe Without Bisquick (Non Greasy)

    Pinwheel Recipe With Puff Pastry

    A serving dish of puff pastry appetizers.
    Pinwheel Recipe With Puff Pastry. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Puff Pastry Pinwheels with spinach and prosciutto are rich and flavorful. This recipe is a great make-ahead appetizer.
    Get the Recipe: Pinwheel Recipe With Puff Pastry

    Stuffed Potato Skins

    A platter of stuffed potato skins with chives and sour cream in bowl next to it.
    Stuffed Potato Skins. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Bacon and cheese stuffed potato skins are loaded up into mini potatoes and baked for an easy crispy appetizer. Perfect finger food!
    Get the Recipe: Stuffed Potato Skins

    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 appetizer.
    Get the Recipe: Puff Pastry Appetizers

    30 Minute Pimento Cheese Sausage Balls

    A platter of sausage balls with two football helmets in the background.
    30 Minute Pimento Cheese Sausage Balls. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Follow these steps at home to make these easy southern-style sausage balls with pimento cheese, not cheddar cheese. Recipe is made without Bisquick.
    Get the Recipe: 30 Minute Pimento Cheese Sausage Balls

    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; homemade but still easy to make with just 4 ingredients.
    Get the Recipe: Swiss Cheese Crackers Recipe

    Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings With Homemade Sauce

    Buffalo chicken wings on a platter next to a pitcher of sauce.
    Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings With Homemade Sauce. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Crispy baked buffalo wings that are baked NOT fried. Topped with a spicy homemade Buffalo sauce, enjoy it with blue cheese dipping sauce.
    Get the Recipe: Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings With Homemade Sauce

    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

    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

    Easy 3 Ingredient Crockpot Bbq Chicken Wings Recipe

    A rectangular white plate filled with saucy barbecue chicken wings garnished with chopped herbs. A small dish of barbecue sauce and a sauce brush are placed at the corner of the plate. A yellow napkin is partially visible on the left side.
    Easy 3 Ingredient Crockpot Bbq Chicken Wings Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Easy 3 Ingredient Crockpot BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe made with three simple ingredients and a slow cooker, create tender finger-licking wings.
    Get the Recipe: Easy 3 Ingredient Crockpot Bbq Chicken Wings Recipe

    Ultimate Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

    Ultimate Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are filled with delicious sausage, two kinds of cheese, panko & herb mixture and baked to golden bubbly perfection.
    Get the Recipe: Ultimate Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

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    Barbara Curry is the culinary adventurer of Butter & Baggage. With a dedicated enthusiasm for real butter made from happy cows she is in constant pursuit of delicious recipes and tasty dishes. She shares her experiences, ventures, and occasional misadventures because let’s face it things can get messy in any kitchen.

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