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    Home » Blog » Best of Food & Drink

    37 Reader-Favorite Party Recipes that Keep Everyone Gnoshing

    Modified: Mar 21, 2026 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    From dips to handheld treats, this collection of 37 reader-favorite party recipes has the eats you need to make your next gathering the best one yet. Enjoy tons of the most highly rated party foods that everyone will love, like goat cheese dip with bacon and pecans, cheese bruschetta bites, fried pickle and ranch dip, and so many more.

    Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip

    A bowl of Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip surrounded by different vegetables on a platter.
    Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas

    Learn how to make our cottage cheese ranch dip that's thick, creamy, high-protein, and packed with classic ranch flavor. This homemade dip is blended smooth in minutes and perfect for snacking on veggies, chips, wraps, and more.
    Get the Recipe: Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip

    Air Fryer Wontons

    Golden-brown fried wontons stacked on a white plate with a bowl of red sauce in the background.
    Air Fryer Wontons. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Air Fryer Wontons are simple to make and filled with favorite pizza toppings. Not only are they super easy but they make a delicious lunch and dinner.
    Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Wontons

    Homemade Queso Dip

    A skillet of creamy queso dip topped with cilantro and jalapeños, surrounded by tortilla chips and fresh tomatoes, perfect for party snacks.
    Homemade Queso Dip. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    How to Make Queso Dip recipe creates an easy, homemade, creamy, restaurant quality cheese dip or Mexican appetizer, with or without velveeta.
    Get the Recipe: Homemade Queso Dip

    Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip (Oven And Instant Pot)

    A baked cheese and rotisserie chicken dip garnished with green onions in a white dish, surrounded by tortilla chips, on a wooden board with a striped cloth underneath.
    Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip (Oven And Instant Pot). Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip is one of the best dips! Pieces of chicken in Buffalo wing sauce, with a creamy, cheesy base baked until golden and bubbly!
    Get the Recipe: Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip (Oven And Instant Pot)

    Easy Bacon Ranch Cheese Balls Recipe

    Mini cheese balls with pretzel sticks on a platter
    Mini Cheese Balls. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas

    If you love Christmas cheese balls, you're going to go crazy for this easy Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball recipe. Simple homemade cheese balls!
    Get the Recipe: Easy Bacon Ranch Cheese Balls Recipe

    Salmon Sliders

    Salmon Slider being held in the air.
    Salmon Sliders. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Salmon Sliders are delicious, versatile mini sandwiches that pack amazing flavor and will impress family and friends as an appetizer, lunch, or light dinner recipe option.
    Get the Recipe: Salmon Sliders

    Bacon Spinach Artichoke Dip

    A person's hand holding a cracker dipped in 22 Dips' spinach and artichoke dip with visible chunks of red peppers.
    Bacon Spinach Artichoke Dip. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Spinach bacon artichoke dip is a deliciously rich, crowd-pleasing, creamy, and cheesy dip that is wonderful served warm or cold.
    Get the Recipe: Bacon Spinach Artichoke Dip

    Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake

    A spoonful of white bean tomato bake.
    Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This cheesy white bean tomato bake is an easy, hearty meal everyone loves. It's loaded with flavor and ready in a snap.
    Get the Recipe: Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake

    Cream Cheese Salsa Dip

    A bowl of cheesy taco dip topped with halved cherry tomatoes, garnished with green herbs, and surrounded by tortilla chips. A bunch of fresh tomatoes is placed next to the bowl—the perfect addition to your collection of timeless dip recipes.
    Cream Cheese Salsa Dip. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Cream Cheese Salsa Dip requires four ingredients and then some for garnish! Cream cheese, chili, salsa, more cheese with some green onions and grape tomatoes!
    Get the Recipe: Cream Cheese Salsa Dip

    Air Fryer Ham And Cheese Sliders

    serving tray of ham and cheese sliders.
    Air Fryer Ham And Cheese Sliders. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Air Fryer Ham and Cheese sliders are easy sandwiches that are so delicious. These sandwiches are perfect for lunches and parties and made in minutes.
    Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Ham And Cheese Sliders

    Olive Garden Spinach Artichoke Dip (Gluten-Free!)

    A close-up image of creamy spinach and artichoke dip on a fork, with tortilla chips and a product bowl in the background.
    Olive Garden Spinach Artichoke Dip (Gluten-Free!). Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    If you're in the market for a creamy, easy, gluten-free appetizer recipe, you need to try my copycat recipe for Olive Garden Spinach Artichoke Dip.
    Get the Recipe: Olive Garden Spinach Artichoke Dip (Gluten-Free!)

    Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip

    A cracker dipping into crockpot spinach artichoke dip.
    Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas

    This Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip is an easy, cheesy appetizer that is made for parties! You get that classic flavor and creamy texture with minimal work.
    Get the Recipe: Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip

    Mushroom Turnovers With Cream Cheese Pastry

    Closeup of turnover cut in half.
    Mushroom Turnovers With Cream Cheese Pastry. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    These easy mushroom turnovers with a homemade cream cheese pastry dough and a savory filling of caramelized onion and mushrooms.
    Get the Recipe: Mushroom Turnovers With Cream Cheese Pastry

    Goat Cheese Dip With Bacon And Pecans

    A dish full of dip topped with a savory mix of bacon, nuts, and herbs, with a slice of bread being dipped into it. Extra bread slices and chopped nuts are scattered around the dish.
    Goat Cheese Dip With Bacon And Pecans. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This rich and creamy Goat Cheese Dip is baked to cheesy perfection! The topping is savory bacon, sweet and chewy dates, pecans, and honey. It's a flavor bomb!
    Get the Recipe: Goat Cheese Dip With Bacon And Pecans

    Italian Nachos

    close-up of person holding an Italian nacho
    Italian Nachos. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    These Italian nachos are the Mexican/Italian fusion dish you never knew you wanted - but you DO! Italian nachos are delicious and easy.
    Get the Recipe: Italian Nachos

    Crispy Cheese Bruschetta Bites

    Slices of toasted bread topped with melted cheese, diced tomatoes, and herbs on a baking sheet make a perfect example of cheesy comfort foods.
    Crispy Cheese Bruschetta Bites. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Bruschetta with cheese is full of fresh juicy tomatoes, mayo and mozzarella for easy appetizer bites everyone will love for parties and more.
    Get the Recipe: Crispy Cheese Bruschetta Bites

    Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

    Two meatballs on a fork held in the air.
    Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Meatballs. Photo Credit Kitchen Divas.

    These buffalo chicken meatballs are big on flavor, not on work. Make these tasty buffalo chicken meatballs in the slow cooker! It's easy!
    Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

    Instant Pot Queso

    Queso being scooped out of a bowl with a chip..
    Instant Pot Queso. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Instant Pot Queso is sure to be your new favorite way to make chili con queso for parties. Cheese lovers know that a good queso dip can turn any gathering into a truly special event.
    Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Queso

    Fried Pickle And Ranch Dip

    A chip dipped in pickle dip.
    Fried Pickle And Ranch Dip. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This creamy Fried Pickle and Ranch Dip tastes exactly like fried pickles and ranch! It's creamy, savory, and perfectly balanced with a refreshing dill flavor.
    Get the Recipe: Fried Pickle And Ranch Dip

    Crispy Parmesan Bacon Bites

    Close-up of a cheesy bacon and cheese-topped pastry on a wooden board, garnished with parsley.
    Crispy Parmesan Bacon Bites. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Crispy parmesan bacon bites are an easy snack or appetizer to make! These parmesan toasts are perfect for parties and groups.
    Get the Recipe: Crispy Parmesan Bacon Bites

    Cheesy Mushrooms Appetizer Toasts

    Golden-browned toasted bread slices topped with melted cheese, chopped onions, and herbs on a wooden surface are the epitome of cheesy comfort foods.
    Cheesy Mushrooms Appetizer Toasts. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Mushroom appetizer toasts are cheesy, delicious, and easy to eat in just a bite or two! The perfect potluck appetizer to make everyone swoon!
    Get the Recipe: Cheesy Mushrooms Appetizer Toasts

    Spicy Shrimp Dip

    Spicy shrimp dip on baguette.
    Spicy Shrimp Dip. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Spicy Shrimp Dip is creamy and delicious dip that makes for a great game day or New Years appetizer. Cheesy, spicy and oh so flavorful.
    Get the Recipe: Spicy Shrimp Dip

    Chevre Goat Cheese Balls

    A close-up of a hand holding a half-eaten bagel topped with cream cheese and a crunchy mix of seeds, nuts, and other cheesy comfort foods.
    Chevre Goat Cheese Balls. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    If you love cheese ball bites, these Chevre Goat Cheese Balls are going to be a dream! So much flavor in this classic cheese ball recipe!
    Get the Recipe: Chevre Goat Cheese Balls

    Whipped Cranberry Feta Cheese Dip

    A person holding a cracker topped with a scoop of chicken salad from 22 Dips, mixed with cranberries and green onions.
    Whipped Cranberry Feta Cheese Dip. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This Whipped Cranberry Feta Cheese Dip recipe is about to be your favorite dip, ever. Don't miss the sweetness combined with the feta cheese!
    Get the Recipe: Whipped Cranberry Feta Cheese Dip

    Cheese Bacon Dip

    Close-up image of a cheesy dip with bits of bacon, sprinkled with green onions, and a stack of potato chips on top, perfect for party snacks.
    Cheese Bacon Dip. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This creamy Cheese Bacon Dip makes the perfect warm dip for bread, tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetables! It's full of crispy bacon and plenty of cheesy goodness!
    Get the Recipe: Cheese Bacon Dip

    Best Sausage Balls Without Bisquick

    Balls on a plate with dip.
    Best Sausage Balls Without Bisquick. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    These Sausage Balls Without Bisquick are so tasty and addictive! We're taking your favorite sausage cheese ball recipe and amping it up with bacon and onion!
    Get the Recipe: Best Sausage Balls Without Bisquick

    Salsa Pesto

    A bowl of fresh guacamole garnished with cilantro, onions, and tomatoes, served with tortilla chips—one of the 28 dips offered.
    Salsa Pesto. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This Salsa Pesto is a tasty and fresh fusion recipe that combines tomato salsa and basil pesto to create a brand-new condiment. It is tart, light, and bursting with amazing garlic flavor.
    Get the Recipe: Salsa Pesto

    Spinach Artichoke Dip Without Mayo

    A spoonful of dip.
    Spinach Artichoke Dip Without Mayo. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This spinach artichoke dip without mayo is rich, creamy, and loaded with all the classic flavor we love in the iconic dip.
    Get the Recipe: Spinach Artichoke Dip Without Mayo

    Seafood Dip Recipe

    A cracker pressed into the dip.
    Seafood Dip Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This Seafood Dip recipe is the easiest appetizer to make. Some cans of crab and shrimp and this delicious snack is ready in minutes perfect for family or an event.
    Get the Recipe: Seafood Dip Recipe

    Corned Beef Sliders

    A hand holding a halved sandwich with layers of ham and melted cheese in a poppy seed-topped bun, ideal for easy recipes and mealtime.
    Corned Beef Sliders. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Easy Corned Beef Sliders are full of flavor and total comfort food that leave your taste buds wanting more. Sliders are the best party food or weeknight dinner.
    Get the Recipe: Corned Beef Sliders

    Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Dip

    A skillet filled with pepperoni pizza dip, topped with melted cheese, slices of pepperoni, and garnished with herbs, surrounded by baked dough balls. This dish is perfect for party dips.
    Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Dip. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This Easy Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Dip recipe, made with cream cheese, pizza sauce and loaded with pepperoni, surrounded by bread that's perfect for dipping!
    Get the Recipe: Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Dip

    Easy Taco Egg Rolls

    Closeup of the inside of a Taco Egg Roll.
    Easy Taco Egg Rolls. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Cheesy Taco Egg Rolls are full of ground beef or pork, onions, peppers, salsa, refried beans and of course cheese! Every bite is perfection!
    Get the Recipe: Easy Taco Egg Rolls

    Festive Gingerbread Dip

    Festive Gingerbread Dip on platter with cookies.
    Festive Gingerbread Dip. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This creamy Gingerbread Dip tastes exactly like a classic gingerbread cookie mixed with cheesecake. It's a delectable holiday dip that's perfect for Christmas.
    Get the Recipe: Festive Gingerbread Dip

    Easy Stuffed Portobella Mushrooms Recipe

    Stuffed Portobella Mushrooms  on a white serving tray.
    Easy Stuffed Portobella Mushrooms Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Easy Stuffed Portobella Mushrooms Recipe shows how to make stuffed baby bella or white mushrooms packed full of cheese and so much more!
    Get the Recipe: Easy Stuffed Portobella Mushrooms Recipe

    Cheeseburger Egg Rolls With Bacon

    Sliced fried egg rools filled with cheese and meat, served with pickles and tomato sauce on a wooden board.
    Cheeseburger Egg Rolls With Bacon. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This bacon cheeseburger egg rolls recipe stuffs all the delicious flavor of a cheeseburger into a crispy egg roll wrapper.
    Get the Recipe: Cheeseburger Egg Rolls With Bacon

    Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers

    A plate of bacon-wrapped jalapeño peppers garnished with green onions, served on a white oval plate with a blue napkin and a drink in the background.
    Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers, with or without bacon, are full of flavor, oh so cheesy and baked, air fried or grilled.
    Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers

    Bourbon Meatballs

    Meatballs in bowl with fork.
    Bourbon Meatballs. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    These Bourbon Meatballs make a great dinner or appetizer cooked entirely in the crock pot. The thick bourbon sauce is delightfully savory with a spicy kick.
    Get the Recipe: Bourbon Meatballs

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