Prepare these 5 last-minute appetizers to greet your guests! Stuffed peppers, meatballs, easy homemade cheeseball and more. These appetizer ideas are so simple to make, and before you know it you have a full arrangement of appetizers to feed your crowd.
I love Pinterest, but sometimes it makes my head spin. When I go to search for appetizer recipes I get flooded with tons of ideas, that can feel overwhelming. Here are 5 easy but delicious recipes that make the perfect display. Make all of these or just a few, and enjoy without the loss of time scrolling Pinterest.
Appetizer Ideas
Here are some of my g0-to appetizer ideas that you can make even if you are not big into cooking. Simple recipes with a great flavor turnout!
1.) Spinach Dip Stuffed Peppers
This spinach dip is so delicious. All you do is start with pre-made spinach dip for that quick last minute idea. Now, if you prefer homemade dip, go ahead and make a creamy spinach dip!
Just 3 ingredients is all you need for this simple appetizer. You start by prepping the mini peppers, make sure to de-seed them and give them a good wash, then stuff and bake! I love the mini peppers they make it slightly sweet paired next to the spinach dip.
Can You Make These Stuffed Peppers Ahead of Time
This is a recipe you want to serve warm. You can prep the peppers and stuff them and store in the fridge, and then right before guest arrive toss them in the oven. The peppers will soften as they sit.
Spinach Dip Stuffed Peppers
Spinach dip stuffed peppers is a 3 ingredient appetizer that you can throw together in a matter of minutes.
Ingredients
- Premade Spinach Dip
- Peppers, Halved and Deseeded
- Shredded Parmesan Cheese, If Desired
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cover cookie sheet with foil. Cut peppers in half and deseed.
- Place on cookie sheet. Spoon spinach dip into each pepper and sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until peppers are soft.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 10Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 15mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 0g
2.) 3 Ingredient Cheeseball
2.) 3 Ingredient Cheeseball If you love onion you will love this 3 ingredient cheeseball. Onion soup mix
, cream cheese, and green onion work great together in making one incredibly savory cheeseball. The best part of all you might already have these ingredients on hand and ready to whip up.
I love a good cheeseball, and making your own is rather easy to make. The key is to start with softened cream cheese so you can easily blend your ingredients together until nice and creamy. Then use plastic wrap to help shape and form the cheeseball.
Can I Make This Cheeseball Ahead of Time
Yes, you can make this cheeseball in advance if you want. Just keep it wrapped up in the plastic wrap, and when ready unwrap and set on the serving tray. You can prep all your crackers, chips, and dipping items on the serving tray and just cover with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Then plop the cheeseball down and serve.
3 Ingredient Cheeseball
This cheeseball is incredibly flavorful. A 3 ingredient cheeseball with an onion soup mix flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 pkg cream cheese
- 1 pkg onion soup mix
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
Instructions
- Mix cream cheese with onion soup mix. Mix in green onions.
- Scoop onto plastic wrap and form into a ball. Refrigerate.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1.8 tablespoonsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 13Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 70mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 0g
3.) 3 Ingredient Crab Dip in Bread Bowl
Whip up this seafood-loving crab dip in a bread bowl. If you are a fan of seafood you will truly enjoy this creamy and delightful seafood dip recipe. It does carry a little punch of heat from the seasoning, but if you don’t like spicy go light on it. Serve with crackers, baguettes, and any other dippers you might enjoy.
Can You Make This Crab Dip Ahead of Time
Yes, you can make crab dip in advance. Simply prep and store in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap. Then store in the fridge until you are ready to serve.
3 Ingredient Crab Dip in Bread Bowl
3 ingredient crab dip is one tasty seafood appetizer recipe. A super easy seafood appetizer that carries a little spice!
Ingredients
- 2 8 oz Packages Imitation Crab
- 1 cup mayo
- 3 tsp Ms. Dash Extra Spicy Seasoning Blend (More or less to taste)
- Bread Bowl
Instructions
- Shred or cut crab meat and mix with mayo. Mix in seasoning.
- Cut the top off of the bread and scoop out inside to make a bread bowl. Spoon
crab dip into bowl and serve with crackers.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 3 tablespoonsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 310Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 1196mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 1gSugar: 5gProtein: 7g
4.) Pepper Cream Cheese Dip
4.) Pepper Cream Cheese DipOne of my absolute favorite appetizers. A cream cheese block that is topped with pepper jelly
. It is creamy, sweet, and carries a mild spice. You can, of course, buy spicy jelly if you want more of a heat factor. Pair with crackers, chips, bread, and more. I could seriously eat an entire block, it is THAT good!
If you are looking for a very simple appetizer, this is one I highly recommend.
Can I Make This Pepper Cream Cheese Dip Ahead of Time
Yes, you can. Just assemble on a platter and store in the fridge. You can do this 4 hours in advance. You don’t want to do it too far in advance or the jelly can kind of break down the cream cheese a bit. But this literally takes minutes to come together.
Pepper Cream Cheese Dip
Cream cheese topped with a pepper jelly. One of my favorite appetizers that take minutes to pull together! Affordable and delicious.
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- 1 jar Pepper Jelly
Instructions
- Place cream cheese on a platter. Spoon pepper jelly on top of cream
cheese. (If needed, mix pepper jelly first so it’s able to be
poured.)
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1.8 tablespoonsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 160Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 78mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 0gSugar: 19gProtein: 1g
5.) Crockpot Meatballs
5.) Crockpot Meatballs This crockpot meatball recipe is a tried and true classic. So simple to prep, that you can turn it on and walk away. Let it handle the rest, and then toss on a platter with some toothpicks and serve it up. I used pre-cooked meatballs that I purchased, now you are more than welcome to use homemade if you prefer.
I have made these for years, and they always satisfy my craving for a great appetizer. Plus the crockpot is a great way to keep your oven free for other recipes you might be whipping up.
Crockpot Meatballs
Ingredients
- 18 oz jar grape jelly
- 18 oz BBQ Sauce
- 1 bag Frozen Meatballs
Instructions
- Combine meatballs, BBQ sauce, and grape jelly into crockpot.
- Mix together and set the crockpot to high for 3-4 hours or low to 6-7 hours.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 4Amount Per Serving: Calories: 229Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 552mgCarbohydrates: 57gFiber: 1gSugar: 43gProtein: 1g
So there you have it, 5 incredibly easy appetizer recipes to make! This makes an incredible spread for game day events, holiday gatherings like Thanksgiving and Christmas and more. A nice arrangement that offers variety and flavor.
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