Are you ready for the big game? A Super Bowl party is not just about football, it’s also about the food.
Good food can make your party a huge success, and bad food can make it a disaster.
You want your guests to have a great time, and serving delicious appetizers is a big part of that.
With 20 crowd-pleasing options, you can make sure everyone has something they love.
From classic favorites to new ideas, the right appetizers can save the day and make your party unforgettable.
Delicious Dip Options
Creamy spinach and artichoke dip perfect for Super Bowl parties.
Ingredients
- 1 (14 oz) can of artichoke hearts
- 1 package of frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 cup of mayonnaise
- 1 cup of sour cream
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the artichoke hearts, spinach, mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and garlic.
- Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Transfer the dip to a baking dish and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake the dip in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until it’s hot and bubbly.
- Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the dip with tortilla chips, crackers, or pita bread.
Classic Chicken Wings
Crispy and savory, classic chicken wings are a Super Bowl party favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse the chicken wings and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, mix together butter, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Arrange the chicken wings on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the wings are cooked through and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Sliders Galore
Mini burgers, known as sliders, are a classic party favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 hamburger buns
- Lettuce
- Tomatoes
- Cheese
- Pickles
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Use your hands to mix the ingredients until just combined.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal parts and shape into patties.
- Grill the patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Meanwhile, toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
- Assemble the sliders with the cooked patties, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and pickles.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Queso Fundido Recipes
Queso fundido is a Mexican dish of melted cheese, chorizo, and served with tortillas.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mexican cheese
- 1/2 cup chorizo
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 4 corn tortillas
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cook the chorizo in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened.
- In a separate bowl, mix the Mexican cheese and cumin.
- Add the cooked chorizo and onion mixture to the bowl and stir to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Warm the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
- Serve the queso fundido with the warmed tortillas and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Bite-Sized Burgers
Miniature beef burgers perfect for a crowd.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 12 small hamburger buns
- Lettuce, cheese, pickles, and any other desired toppings
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Use your hands to mix the ingredients until just combined.
- Divide the mixture into 12 small portions and shape each into a ball.
- Flatten each ball into a small patty.
- Grill the patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked to desired doneness.
- Meanwhile, toast the small hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
- Assemble the burgers with lettuce, cheese, pickles, and any other desired toppings.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Spinach and Artichoke Delights
Creamy spinach and artichoke dip in crispy pastry cups.
Ingredients
- 1 package frozen spinach, thawed
- 1 can artichoke hearts, drained
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 package frozen puff pastry, thawed
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Cut out small squares of pastry, about 3 inches per side.
- In a bowl, combine spinach, artichoke hearts, cream cheese, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, and parsley.
- Spoon a small amount of the spinach mixture onto one half of each pastry square.
- Fold the other half of the pastry square over the filling to form a triangle or square shape.
- Press edges to seal and use a fork to crimp.
- Brush tops with a little bit of water and cut a small slit in the top of each pastry.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Mini Quiches and Savory Tarts
Mini quiches and savory tarts are perfect bite-sized appetizers for any party.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup grated cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup diced ham
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and cold butter until the mixture forms a crumbly dough.
- Roll out the dough and cut out small squares to fit a mini tart pan.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream, eggs, grated cheese, diced ham, and diced bell peppers.
- Pour the egg mixture into the pre-baked tart crusts.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.
Stuffed Mushrooms Variations
Savory stuffed mushrooms filled with cheese and herbs.
Ingredients
- 12 large mushrooms
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Clean and prepare the mushrooms by removing the stems and scooping out the gills.
- In a bowl, mix together bread crumbs, cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each mushroom cap with the bread crumb mixture, dividing it evenly.
- Drizzle the tops with olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Mac and Cheese Bites
Crispy mac and cheese bites perfect for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 cup macaroni
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F.
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
- Add the panko breadcrumbs to a separate plate.
- Using a spoon, scoop a small amount of the macaroni mixture and shape into a ball.
- Dip the macaroni ball into the beaten eggs and then roll in the panko breadcrumbs to coat.
- Carefully place the coated macaroni ball into the preheated oil and fry until golden brown.
- Repeat the process with the remaining macaroni mixture.
- Remove the fried mac and cheese bites from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the mac and cheese bites hot and enjoy.
Meatball Madness
Mini meatballs in a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, and milk.
- Mix well with your hands or a wooden spoon until just combined.
- Use your hands to shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm) in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle with olive oil and gently roll them around to coat evenly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, heat the BBQ sauce in a large skillet over medium heat.
- When the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and carefully place them in the skillet with the BBQ sauce.
- Let them simmer in the sauce for a few minutes to coat evenly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Pigs in a Blanket Recipes
Mini hot dogs wrapped in flaky croissant dough, perfect for snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 package of mini hot dogs
- 1 can of croissant dough
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon of water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the croissant dough and cut into squares.
- Wrap each mini hot dog in a square of dough.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place the pigs in a blanket on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Mini grilled cheese sandwiches are perfect bite-sized snacks.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of white bread
- 1/2 cup of butter
- 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
- 2 cups of shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped ham
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a griddle or skillet over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each bread slice.
- Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, on the griddle.
- Spread a layer of mayonnaise on the bread slice.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese and chopped ham on top of the mayonnaise.
- Place another slice of bread, buttered side up, on top of the filling.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Flip the sandwich over and cook for another 2-3 minutes or until the other side is also golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make more sandwiches.
- Cut into quarters or halves and serve warm.
Caprese Skewers
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil come together in a colorful skewer.
Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 10-12 bamboo skewers
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cut the mozzarella cheese into 1/2-inch cubes and the cherry tomatoes in half.
- Cut the fresh basil leaves into small pieces.
- Thread a tomato, a mozzarella cube, and a basil piece onto each skewer.
- Drizzle the skewers with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Bacon-Wrapped Appetizers
Savory bacon-wrapped appetizers perfect for Super Bowl parties.
Ingredients
- 1 package of large scallops
- 1 package of bacon
- 1/4 cup of brown sugar
- 1/4 cup of soy sauce
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the bacon slices in half and wrap each scallop with a piece of bacon.
- In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic.
- Place the bacon-wrapped scallops on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the brown sugar mixture evenly over the bacon-wrapped scallops.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Mini Tacos and Nachos
Delicious mini tacos and nachos perfect for a Super Bowl party.
Ingredients
- 1 package of taco shells
- 1 can of nacho cheese
- 1 bag of tortilla chips
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- Salsa
- Shredded cheese
- Lettuce
- Tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet and add diced onion and bell pepper.
- Stir in the can of diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
- Arrange the tortilla chips in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Spoon the beef mixture over the tortilla chips and top with nacho cheese.
- Bake the nachos in the oven for 10 minutes.
- Cook the taco shells according to package instructions.
- Fill the taco shells with the remaining beef mixture and top with shredded cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes.
- Serve the mini tacos and nachos hot with salsa on the side.
Fried Pickles and Onion Rings
Crispy fried pickles and onion rings are a delicious Super Bowl party snack.
Ingredients
- 1 large onion
- 1 large jar of dill pickle slices
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour buttermilk into a separate large bowl.
- Dip each onion ring and pickle slice into the buttermilk, then coat in the flour mixture.
- Heat about 1/2-inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the coated onion rings and pickles in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove the fried pickles and onion rings from the oil with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Deviled Eggs Creations
Delicious deviled eggs with a twist of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cut the eggs in half lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks to a bowl.
- Mash the yolks with a fork until they’re well broken up.
- Stir in the mayonnaise, mustard, horseradish, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Stir in the chives, cheese, and paprika.
- Spoon the yolk mixture evenly into the egg white halves.
- Sprinkle with additional paprika, if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled.
Shrimp Cocktail Recipes
Freshly chilled shrimp served with tangy cocktail sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons horseradish
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Peel and de-vein the shrimp, then rinse with cold water.
- In a bowl, mix together ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat with the cocktail sauce.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Just before serving, garnish with chopped chives and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
- Serve chilled and enjoy.
Potato Skins and Twice-Baked Potatoes
Crispy potato skins filled with cheese, bacon, and scallions are a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 4 large baking potatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup crispy bacon bits
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the potatoes clean and dry them with a paper towel.
- Poke some holes in each potato with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 10 minutes.
- Slice the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh.
- Fill each potato skin with cheese, bacon bits, and scallions.
- Place the stuffed potato skins on a baking sheet and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve the potato skins hot and enjoy.
Pull-Apart Bread and Dips
Buttery and cheesy pull-apart bread served with a variety of dips is perfect for game day.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of Italian bread
- 1/2 cup of butter
- 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 cup of marinara sauce
- 1 cup of ranch dip
- 1 cup of spinach and artichoke dip
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Cut the Italian bread into 1-inch cubes, leaving some of the cubes connected to create a pull-apart effect.
- In a small bowl, mix together the butter, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Brush the butter mixture evenly onto the bread cubes, making sure to get some of the mixture in between the connected cubes.
- Place the bread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.
- While the bread is baking, heat up the marinara sauce, ranch dip, and spinach and artichoke dip in separate bowls.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving with the variety of dips.
Conclusion
You’ve scored a touchdown with these appetizer options, a treasure trove of flavors that’ll be the icing on the cake at your Super Bowl party. From dips to deviled eggs, your guests will be on a roll, savoring each bite – it’s a home run for any host!
