52 Easy Thanksgiving Appetizers to Warm Up Your Appetite

Recipe: Smoky Black-Eyed Pea Hummus

Bring a bit of extra excitement to your hummus with the addition of smoky black-eyed peas. Serve with carrots and celery for a supremely light appetizer.

Recipe: Rotel Dip

This dip comes together in just 20 minutes, making it the ideal last-minute appetizer.

Recipe: Baked Brie Bites

Frozen phyllo pastry shells form the base for this much-loved, bite-sized appetizer. It really doesn't get much easier than this.

Recipe: Crusty Broiled Tomatoes

Bring a pop of freshness to the appetizer spread with these lightly-seasoned broiled tomatoes. Topped with herbed parmesan breadcrumbs, these simple tomatoes will be gone in a flash.

Recipe: Oven-Fried Zucchini Sticks

Trick your guests into eating their vegetables with these crispy Zucchini Fries. This fresh appetizer will leave everyone feeling great and satisfied.

Recipe: Olive Oil Popcorn with Garlic and Rosemary

In need of a snack to munch on while watching the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? Look no further than this Olive Oil Popcorn with Garlic and Rosemary.

Recipe: Classic Pimiento Cheese

No Southern event is complete without a big bowl of pimiento cheese. This easy appetizer can be made in advance to ease your day-of prep docket.

Recipe: Ranch Snacker Crackers

These addictive bites pack all the flavors of your favorite dressing. Leave a bowl of these on the counter and they're sure to be gone by the end of the night.

Recipe: Black Bean and Corn Salsa

Add a bit of bright color to the Thanksgiving appetizer spread with this simple homemade salsa. For optimal ease, this dish comes together in just 20 minutes.

Recipe: Homemade Onion Dip

Ditch the onion flavor packets-this Homemade Onion Dip couldn't be any easier to make.

Recipe: Potato Puffs with Toppings

Bring sophistication to your Thanksgiving table with these charming, elegant Potato Puffs.

Recipe: Warm Cheese-and-Spicy Pecan Dip

Spicy pecans bring a bit of Southern flair to our take on a queso dip. This dip was just made for the fall.

Recipe: Bacon Bites

Breadsticks wrapped in crispy, crunchy strands of bacon? Sounds like a sure-fire crowd-pleaser.

Recipe: Mini Mushroom-and-Goat Cheese Pot Pies

These miniature pot pies are perfectly bite-sized for easy portion control. The flavors of mushroom, goat cheese, and sherry act as a lovely prelude to your Thanksgiving turkey.

Recipe: Cocktail Meatballs

Put out a bowl of these mini meatballs with a carton of toothpicks and let the crowd dig in.

Recipe: Tomato and Feta Dip

Channel Mediterranean flavors with this Tomato and Feta Dip. Serve with toasty crostini or pita chips for a substantial, yet still light appetizer.

Recipe: Stuffed Endive with Herbed Goat Cheese

Ditch the crackers-light, snappy endives are the ideal vehicle for herbed goat cheese in this two-ingredient appetizer.

Recipe: Goat Cheese and Gouda Pimiento Cheese

Looking for an easy way to elevate your staple pimiento cheese recipe? Try switching out the cheddar for goat cheese and gouda.

Recipe: Warm Spinach-Sweet Onion Dip with Country Ham

No appetizer spread is complete without some version of a spinach dip, and this warm, creamy spread may be your new favorite rendition of the well-loved recipe.

Recipe: Crispy Pork Meatballs

When it comes to Thanksgiving appetizers, it's crucial to keep it light and fresh. These bite-sized Crispy Pork Meatballs accomplish just that.

Recipe: Blue Cheese-and-Pecan Stuffed Cherry Peppers

Keep it raw and refreshing with these stuffed baby peppers.

Recipe: Creamy Feta-and-Herb Dip

This dip is oh-so-light, but still satisfying enough to tide your crowd over until Thanksgiving dinner.

Recipe: Rosemary Focaccia Bread 

Pair flavorful Rosemary Focaccia Bread with Turnip Green Pesto for a mouth-watering appetizer.

Recipe: Collard Dip

Forgo the mucky stewed collards in the Thanksgiving feast and make this creamy Collard Dip instead.

Recipe: Eggplant-Yogurt Dip

Lighten up your appetizer spread with this creamy vegetable-based dip. Serve with raw vegetables for a healthy option that won't weigh you down.

Recipe: Sausage Balls

This vintage Southern appetizer still graces all our party spreads, and our Thanksgiving feast just wouldn't be complete without them.

Recipe: Bacon Deviled Eggs

Add a bit of zing to your traditional deviled egg recipe with bacon and pickled okra.

Recipe: Turnip Green Salad

Fresh turnip greens bring an earthy, bright flavor to this simple salad.

Recipe: Chipotle Cheese Straws

Chipotle chile powder meets tangy sharp cheddar cheese in these crunchy straws.

Recipe: Spinach-Stuffed Mushrooms

Be sure to season the mushroom cavities with salt and pepper before adding in creamy spinach dip.

Recipe: Spicy Sweet Potato Crostini

Use sliced sweet potato as the crispy "bread" for these flavorful appetizers.

Recipe: Beef Tenderloin Crostini

These appetizers are like a steak dinner in a bite-sized form.

Recipe: Herbed Goat Cheese Spread

With just four ingredients and five minutes of prep work this dip is a go-to for any appetizer spread.

Recipe: Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites

Add sweet potato to these sausage balls for extra fall flavor.

Recipe: Baby Hasselback Potatoes with Blue Cheese and Bacon

These sliced potatoes get nice and crispy in the oven. Top with bacon and blue cheese for rich, indulgent flavor.

Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

This appetizer is a party in each bite. Hollowed out jalapeño peppers are stuffed with Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, and cheddar and wrapped in bacon.

Recipe: Cranberry Brie Bites

Salty brie and tart cranberry are topped with crunchy pistachio pieces in this appetizer.

Recipe: Cheesy Garlic, Herb, and Ham Bites

Frozen puff pastries are topped with garlic and cheese spread, prosciutto or country ham, and parsley.

Recipe: Butternut Squash Tarts

Top these butternut squash tarts with balsamic glaze and shaved ricotta salata.

Recipe: Beef-and-Asparagus Bundles

This veggie appetizer is a great way to add fresh produce to your spread.

Recipe: Spinach Artichoke Dip

Warm spinach artichoke dip is comforting and delicious.

Recipe: Bacon-Parmesan Tassies

These cheesy and salty bites are crispy with every bite.

Recipe: Petite Sweet Potato Biscuits with Pulled Pork and Slaw

The sweet potato biscuits freeze beautifully-thaw, bake, and top them just before serving.

Recipe: Spicy-Sweet Pecans

The egg white helps the spice mixture adhere evenly and gives the pecans a crisp, glossy coating.

Recipe: Chicken Liver Mousse Crostini with Pepper Jelly

For a different presentation, make this mousse in a 1 1/2-qt. ovenproof dish instead of small jars.

Recipe: Feta-Olive-Fresh Herb Cheese Ball

This appetizer will wow guests with big flavors packed in such a simple dish. Feta and cream make this creamy appetizer while flat-leaf parsley and finely chopped green onion give a burst of freshness and crunch to the outside. The bright green appearance will also draw guests to aesthetically appeasing appetizer that is best served with cucumber slices. 

Recipe: Cherry-Pecan Brie 

Cherry-Pecan Brie is a five-ingredient appetizer you can have ready in about 10 minutes.

Recipe: Cheddar-Horseradish-Walnut Cheese Ball

You can also shape the cheese mixture into a Yule log.

Recipe: Baked Brie with Jezebel Peaches

Give the tired cheeseboard a serious upgrade with this warm, melty brie and cool peach topping.

Recipe: Inside-Out Hot Brown Bites

We've reimagined this signature Kentucky sandwich of bacon, turkey, and cheese sauce into beautiful bite-size cups.

Recipe: Roasted Fennel-and-Prosciutto Flatbread

Topped with traditional Italian flavors such as fresh thyme and oregano and gooey fontina cheese, this flatbread will surely be a crowd pleaser. Crushed red pepper adds an extra kick while a balsamic glaze takes the flavor palette to the next level. 

Recipe: Creamy Shrimp Dip with Crispy Wonton Chips

If you don't have time to make fried wontons, use fancy potato chips or crispy tortilla chips.