Appetizers

From simple dips to make-ahead nibbles, our best vegan appetizer recipes are perfect for parties or for snacking on your own. ...

Use all dried fruit in place of fresh to cut prep, if you like. A prediced dried fruit medley will make it even easier. ...

Fresh Berry Bruschetta ...

When you're craving Italian food but are short on time, turn to this easy bruschetta recipe. Top with extra shredded basil to finish this bruschetta caprese appetizer on a fresh note. ...

Your party prep just got easier. These mini muffin pan appetizers are perfectly sized for easy serving. Almost as good—clean-up is easier, too! ...

This cast-iron skillet artichoke dip is both cheesy and bright ...

Making roasted pumpkin seeds in the oven is a fall tradition for many of us. Read on for everything you need to know about how to cook pumpkin seeds in the oven. ...

Topped with fluffy dinner rolls, this creamy artichoke dip is perfect for a party. Make this recipe a few hours ahead of time for a picture-perfect party appetizer. ...

Everything from cantaloupe to grapes to berries tastes better dunked in this easy fruit dip recipe. Share this homemade yogurt fruit dip at parties or package in small containers to tote in brown bag lunches. ...

Spread this speedy garlic and caramelized onion jam over toasted bread topped with melty gruyere cheese. Appetizer perfection! ...

Toss together a bit of garlic and lemon juice with peppercorns and Monterey Jack cheese for a simple and easy appetizer recipe. ...

Add new taste sensations to a popular potluck food by jazzing up standard deviled eggs. ...

Ricotta, Gorgonzola, and Honey spread ...

Cookbook author Julia Turshen was inspired by two classics—green-onion cream cheese spread and French onion dip—to create this party dip recipe. ...

"A pimiento cheese sandwhich is a true Southern staple," Trisha says. Try slathering this on a biscuit with a slice of summer tomato for a quick appetizer. ...

Sure, you've had apple butter (we included that classic recipe here, too), but with this recipe you can create more complex flavors with apple-pear or caramel-apple butters. ...

Turn up the heat with this sweet and spicy pepper jelly recipe. Try it for a snack, or open a jar for an appetizer with cheese and crackers. ...

When you have leftover mashed potatoes from Thanksgiving or a weeknight dinner, plan to use them in this loaded potato dip recipe. ...

With these delicious make-ahead appetizers to freeze, you'll always be ready for a get-together. Recipes include meatballs, snack mix, and guacamole. ...

Whether you serve these as an easy appetizer idea or add them to your holiday brunch spread, homemade sausage balls are a crowd-pleaser any time of day. We created the recipe in our Test Kitchen for the perfect balance of cheese and sausage. ...