30 Quick and Easy Appetizers Built for Hassle-Free Hosting

Recipe: Sheet Pan Nachos

If you’re searching for a substantial appetizer that’ll satisfy a crowd, look no further than simple Sheet Pan Nachos. You can dress them up with chorizo and refried beans, or you can stick to the classic.

Recipe: Homemade Onion Dip

Put away the flavoring packets: This homemade onion dip is just as quick, and it’ll be your new go-to.

Recipe: Texas Caviar

When it comes to this classic Southern app, there’s no cooking required. Talk about the ultimate summertime dish.

Recipe: Stuffed Endive with Herbed Goat Cheese

Spoon a mixture of goat cheese and cream cheese into little endive “cups” and your appetizer is as good as done.

Recipe: Mini Black Bean and Cheese Enchiladas

Dress up flour tortillas by baking them in a muffin tin to create cute-as-can-be mini enchilada cups.

Recipe: Cornmeal Popovers

Didn’t think you could pull off homemade bread in time for the party? Think again: These popovers come together in just 30 minutes.

Recipe: Baked Brie Bites

There are a few appetizers that you really can’t beat, and these Baked Brie Bites are one of them. Your guests would never guess how easy they really are to make.

Recipe: Warm Cheese and Spicy Pecan Dip

This dip combines two of our favorite things—warm cheese and spiced pecans—in one epic appetizer. An added bonus: It only requires 5 minutes of active time.

Recipe: Fire Crackers

The South’s most beloved appetizer is one of its simplest—all it takes is a few seasonings and a package of saltine crackers. Baking optional.

Recipe: Basic Deviled Eggs

Mama always said not to mess with the classics. These flavorful eggs have been on our appetizer spreads for as long as we can remember.

Recipe: Spinach-Artichoke Dip

Has the party really started until there’s a bowl of Spinach-Artichoke Dip on the table? No, we didn’t think so.

Recipe: Cheddar Cheese Straws

Keep a batch of this cheesy dough on hand at all times and bake just before your guests arrive.

Recipe: Buttery Toasted Pecans

No Southern gathering is complete without a bowl of toasted nuts on the table, and these fan-favorite pecans only call for 4 ingredients.

Recipe: Rotel Sausage Dip

This 6-ingredient appetizer comes together in your slow cooker. Plus, who can resist a big bowl of melty cheese?

Recipe: Buttery Garlic Shrimp

One of the many virtues of seafood is its quick cook time—this Buttery Garlic Shrimp will be on the table in 15 minutes.

Recipe: Pimiento Cheese

Pimiento Cheese has always been there for us, and when you’re entertaining, store-bought is simply not an option. Once you make this Southern classic once, you’ll be whipping it up every week.

Recipe: Black Bean and Corn Salsa

Ditch the jarred stuff and go a more creative route with this refreshing Black Bean and Corn Salsa.

Recipe: Bacon-Pimiento Guacamole

Give your guac a Southern spin with the addition of bacon and pimientos. It’ll become your new signature appetizer.

Recipe: Creamy Crab Dip with Peppadews

As if making this crab dip could get any easier, you can put it together ahead of time and store it in your freezer. Just bake for 15 minutes and serve.

Recipe: Smoky Black-Eyed Pea Hummus

You may be used to classic chickpea hummus, but any Southern crowd will rave over this black-eyed pea version.

Recipe: Ham Biscuits

Leftover ham has never looked so good. These simple Ham Biscuits take well to big-batch preparation.

Recipe: Ranch Snacker Crackers

Your guests will be munching on these addictive, ranch-seasoned oyster crackers all night long.

Recipe: Bacon Bow Tie Crackers

The key to a great appetizer is simplicity; with only 2 ingredients—bacon and butter crackers—this recipe has snacking down to a science.

Recipe: Pizza Pepper Poppers

Say “Pizza Pepper Poppers” three times fast. By the time you’re through, the whole plate will be picked clean.

Recipe: Cheesy Garlic, Herb, and Ham Bites

These petite bites may look extra-elegant, but thanks to frozen puff pastry and garlic-and-herb cheese, they take less than 30 minutes to make.

Recipe: Smoky Snack Mix

A homemade snack mix instantly elevates any party spread, and this smoky version may just be our favorite ever.

Recipe: Blue Cheese-and-Pecan Stuffed Peppers

Pull together these bite-sized stuffed peppers without even turning on your oven.

Recipe: Olive Oil Popcorn with Garlic and Rosemary

Seasoned with olive oil, rosemary, and fresh Parmesan, this is certainly not your average bowl of popcorn.

Recipe: Baked Brie with Jezebel Peaches

We’d pick this timeless appetizer out of the lineup any day.

Recipe: Creamy Feta and Herb Dip

This bright, tangy dip is the ideal companion for crudité or flatbreads.