Hosting is so much easier when you have a strong appetizer game. A good dip, a tray of bite-sized things, and people are happy for the first hour without you doing anything dramatic. Below is my collection of party appetizers – the ones that disappear from the platter fast.
Most can be prepped ahead. A few are last-minute crowd pleasers. All have been tested at real parties in my home.
In This Roundup
- 1. Olive Garden Spinach Dip
- 2. Olive Garden Artichoke Spinach Dip
- 3. Spinach Dip Olive Garden
- 4. Olive Garden Alfredo Dipping Sauce
- 5. Olive Garden Alfredo Dip
- 6. Sticky Hoisin Chicken Wings with Corn & Rice Salad
- 7. Easy Slow Cooker Sticky Chicken
- 8. Atomic Sauce Wingstop
- 9. Bj’s Root Beer Glazed Wings
- 10. Bahama Breeze Crab Dip
- 11. Easy Chocolate-Drizzled Frozen Yogurt Bites
- 12. Irresistible Sticky & Spicy Korean-Inspired Potatoes
- 13. Why Rice Becomes Sticky
- 14. Ling Ling Potsticker Sauce
- 15. Creamy Whipped Feta Dip with Honey and Thyme
- 16. Eating for Clear Skin: A Guide to Diet and Acne
- 17. Why Food Sticks to the Pan
- 18. Houston Spinach Dip
- 19. Bj’s Avocado Egg Rolls
- 20. Chad’s Smoked Gouda Dip
The Recipes
1. Olive Garden Spinach Dip
If you’ve ever found yourself dreaming about Olive Garden’s famous spinach and artichoke dip long after leaving the restaurant, you’re…
2. Olive Garden Artichoke Spinach Dip
Oh, I have to tell you, making the olive garden artichoke spinach dip recipe at home is honestly one of…
3. Spinach Dip Olive Garden
The holiday season is the perfect time to bring out comforting, crowd-pleasing appetizers, and this spinach dip Olive Garden recipe…
4. Olive Garden Alfredo Dipping Sauce
There is simply nothing like the creamy pasta sauce they serve at Olive Garden. It is smooth, creamy, and deliciously…
5. Olive Garden Alfredo Dip
If you’re a fan of Olive Garden’s creamy Alfredo sauce, you’re in for a treat. Today, we’re taking the rich,…
6. Sticky Hoisin Chicken Wings with Corn & Rice Salad
Welcome to a meal that perfectly balances sweet, savory, and tangy flavors in every single bite. Our Hoisin-Marinated Chicken Wings…
7. Easy Slow Cooker Sticky Chicken
There’s a special kind of magic in a meal that practically cooks itself, and this Slow Cooker Sticky Chicken is…
8. Atomic Sauce Wingstop
First of all, I have always enjoyed the fiery heat and flavor of the Atomic Sauce Wingstop recipe, so I…
9. Bj’s Root Beer Glazed Wings
Wings are the MVP of any appetizer spread, and when they’re glazed in a sticky, smoky root beer reduction watch…
10. Bahama Breeze Crab Dip
If you’ve ever dined at Bahama Breeze and found yourself swooning over their famous crab and three cheese dip, you’re…
11. Easy Chocolate-Drizzled Frozen Yogurt Bites
Keep these delightful, fruity, chocolate-topped yogurt bites in your freezer for a moment of pure bliss. They are the perfect…
12. Irresistible Sticky & Spicy Korean-Inspired Potatoes
Prepare to meet your new favorite side dish! These sticky, spicy potatoes are an absolute flavor explosion, combining crispy, fluffy…
13. Why Rice Becomes Sticky
Sticky rice is a common problem when cooking at home. Instead of fluffy, separate grains, rice can turn into a…
14. Ling Ling Potsticker Sauce
If you’re a fan of Asian-inspired cuisine, you know that a good dipping sauce can elevate any potsticker or dumpling…
15. Creamy Whipped Feta Dip with Honey and Thyme
Welcome to a starter that’s as elegant as it is effortless. This Creamy Whipped Feta Dip is the perfect addition…
16. Eating for Clear Skin: A Guide to Diet and Acne
Dealing with acne can be a frustrating journey, one that so many of us experience. With an overwhelming number of…
17. Why Food Sticks to the Pan
Food sticking to the pan is one of the most common cooking frustrations. Why food sticks to the pan Food…
18. Houston Spinach Dip
I have to say, this Houston Spinach Dip Recipe brings back so many memories for me. When I first saw…
19. Bj’s Avocado Egg Rolls
There’s something downright irresistible about biting into a crispy egg roll filled with creamy avocado. If you’ve ever had BJ’s…
20. Chad’s Smoked Gouda Dip
Looking for a protein-packed, flavor-loaded, and seriously creamy dip? Chad’s Smoked Gouda Dip recipe is your answer. It’s the kind…
Final Thoughts
Save this page for the next time you are hosting. Three of these on a platter and your party is sorted.