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30 Reader-Favorite Party Recipes - The Most Amazing Appetizers Anywhere!

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You could serve pigs in a blanket or a cheeseball again at your next party... OR, you could switch things up with some unexpectedly delicious flavors and textures that will have everyone coming back for more. These 30 reader-favorite party recipes are our most highly rated appetizers, and they take party food to the next level. Try cheesy mushroom toasts, chevre goat cheese balls, Italian nachos, and so many more creative bites everyone will love.

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

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

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

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

Best Sausage Balls Without Bisquick

Sausage ball 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

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

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

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

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

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

Ritz Cracker Sandwiches

Ritz Cracker Sandwiches piled on a cutting board.
Ritz Cracker Sandwiches. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Ritz Cracker Sandwiches are a quick, easy, crunchy and delicious snack to serve your family or guests. These little bites are the perfect blend of flavors for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Ritz Cracker Sandwiches

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

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

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

Instant Pot Queso

A wooden spoon serving creamy soup from an instant pot, garnished with cilantro and diced tomatoes, surrounded by fresh ingredients for easy dips.
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

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

Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake

Closeup photo of Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake garnished with basil and pepper and served on a round black plate.
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

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

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

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!)

Easy Hamburger Pinwheels

A plate of freshly baked pinwheel pastries filled with a minced meat mixture, accompanied by tomato sauce, displayed on a white plate.
Easy Hamburger Pinwheels. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This Easy Hamburger Pinwheels or Cheeseburger Roll Ups recipe with ground beef or other meat shows you how to cook pinwheels with bacon, cheese and more.
Get the Recipe: Easy Hamburger Pinwheels

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

Cheesy Bacon Potato Bites

Cheesy Bacon Potato Bites piled on top of each other.
Cheesy Bacon Potato Bites. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

These Loaded Potato Bites are tender and crispy potatoes topped with cheese, bacon and onions. Serve with ranch dressing or sour cream!
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Bacon Potato Bites

Best Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels Ever

Cheesy rotisserie chicken muffins topped with melted cheddar and garnished with chopped green onions on a white plate.
Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Kitchen Divas.

You're going to love the flavor of these Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels. A little bit of spice with a little bit of chew!
Get the Recipe: Best Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels Ever

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

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)

Cheeseburger Meatball Stuffed Crescent Rolls

Close up picture of a pile of Cheeseburger-Meatball-Stuffed-Crescent Rolls with a tasty bite missing.
Cheeseburger Meatball Stuffed Crescent Rolls. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Cheeseburger Crescent Rolls or meatball crescent rolls are so addictive and our favorite crescent roll recipe with ground beef or without!
Get the Recipe: Cheeseburger Meatball Stuffed Crescent Rolls

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

Loaded Tater Tots

Bowl of Tater Tots with sauce over it.
Loaded Tater Tots. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

These copycat Domino's loaded tater tots are just as beefy and cheesy as the original. Get ready for loaded tots heaven!
Get the Recipe: Loaded Tater Tots

Easy Bacon Ranch Cheese Balls Recipe

Star-shaped cheese spreads with bits of bacon and dried fruits, served on a white plate with crackers and a striped napkin on a light surface.
Easy Bacon Ranch Cheese Balls Recipe. 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

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