15 Chilly Weather Appetizer Recipes
Winter is the time to gather your favorite family and friends together. And the perfect addition to any winter gathering? Appetizers! Giving your favorite people something to munch shortly after they walk in the door is the perfect way to delight their bellies and break the ice. What party-perfect appetizer will you choose from this list of 15 Winter Appetizer Recipes?
1. Winter Stuffed Jalapeños
Warm and cozy is where we like to be, and this little snack will certainly do the trick! Winter Stuffed Jalapeños are packed with just the right amount of heat that your guests are going to love. Flavorful cream cheese is combined with green onions and bacon, then is snuggly baked inside some jalapeño halves for the bite of warmth your appetizer list has been missing. Bundle up some Winter Stuffed Jalapeños to really heat things up for your guests and get the party started. It's fire!
Click Here2. Easy Brie Bites
A Thanksgiving appetizer that is suitable for every and any party, Easy Brie Bites are the perfect combination of sweet and savory! A platform of flaky pie crust sets the stage for a dazzling performance of tangy cranberry sauce and creamy melted brie. No stress, no mess, just great tastes that will get everyone feeling good! Easy Brie Bites come out of the oven warm and will warm your heart!
See More3. Cheeseburger Dip
Could you transform the meaty, indulgent, cheesy flavor of cheeseburgers and turn it into the life of the party? Not only can you, you should! Cheeseburger Dip is layers of juicy beef, melty cheese, fresh vegetables, and a tangy and savory sauce — every flavor you could hope for in a bite of a mouthwatering hamburger. In 25 minutes or less, you'll have a delicious dip everyone will love in an instant! Cheeseburger Dip is the perfect appetizer for a fun-filled game day or a sensational snack for your friends and family to enjoy.
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Cheesy, creamy, and with the perfect amount of crunch — Chicken Puff Pastry is a wonderful addition to your holiday menu or the ideal cozy weeknight meal! This recipe will be ready to wow your taste buds in only 35 minutes, and you can serve it as a mouthwatering entrée or a hearty appetizer. The spinach and artichoke cream cheese pairs perfectly with the meatiness of the chicken, and the puff pastry surrounds the mixture in flaky, buttery goodness. Chicken Puff Pastry will have you thinking about seconds after the first delectable bite!
See More5. Easy Homemade Potstickers
Easy Homemade Potstickers proves that you don't need to call delivery when you're craving this classic appetizer! Filled with juicy pork and savory mushrooms, Easy Homemade Potstickers are flavorful, hearty, and crispy, perfect for dunking in soy sauce or sriracha. Any home chef can make these, and you'll wonder why you ever called for takeout after tasting your homemade delights!
Click Here6. Spicy Kielbasa Dip
Some party dips are so good, so endlessly delicious, that people forget that it was just the appetizer. Spicy Kielbasa Dip is that dip; a melty, creamy concoction of sharp cheese, hot jalapeños, and meaty kielbasa that's a literal recipe for success! Packed with crunchy green onions and tangy mayonnaise, Spicy Kielbasa Dip is so tasty you'll be tempted to eat it with a spoon. Best of all, it only takes 30 minutes to make this easy snack, so every party is about to get more exciting from now on!
See More7. Cheesy Potato Skins
Is there an appetizer out there more welcoming than Cheesy Potato Skins? Maybe, but we'd be hard-pressed to find it! The potato skins are crispy and hearty, the perfect edible dish for holding up layers of melty cheese (including a melty, spicy cheese sauce) and fresh broccoli florets. The real question with Cheesy Potato Skins is if you eat them with your hands or with a fork and knife... and there are no wrong answers there!
See More8. Sticky Mongolian Meatballs
These Asian-inspired meatballs are covered in a flavorful sauce that blends garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Sticky Mongolian Meatballs are a unique take on Mongolian beef, a favorite among Chinese restaurants for good reason. These Sticky Mongolian Meatballs can even be served as appetizers — just stick a toothpick in them. For dinner, serve alongside jasmine rice and sauteed veggies.
Click Here9. Magic Balls
There's something rather enchanting about appetizers: these little morsels of food are often the most fondly remembered part of any party or meal simply because they create an amazing first impression. Since that's the case, Magic Balls are sure to cast a spell over all your guests: These crunchy, cheesy mac and cheese balls are deep-fried to a charming golden brown in a satisfying potato chip crust for a truly mystifyingly good bite. The mac and cheese within is creamy and sharp, with just a hint of heat from the pimiento peppers and the Pepper Jack cheese. Magic Balls make such a good first impression that you might need to have them ready to eat throughout the whole party!
See More10. Ham & Cheese Pinwheels
Ham & Cheese Pinwheels are a hot ham and cheese sandwich's dolled-up, more put-together cousin. Why? Because savory Swiss cheese is melted together with smokey ham atop buttery pizza dough. Cut into the most picturesque golden-brown, crispy pinwheels, they're smothered with an incredible, buttery poppy seed sauce. Some say the sauce is responsible for heightening it above its kin; others give credit to its ability to be served as a delectable party appetizer. Everyone seems to agree though that Ham & Cheese Pinwheels are fun, surprisingly simple, and something you'll always want around!
See More11. Homemade Garlic Knots
Here’s a recurring problem — you order pizza, get an order of garlic knots (of course), wait for the delivery, and by the time your food arrives the knots have become rubbery and tough. Well no more! Homemade Garlic Knots are soft, flavorful, and fluffy with the extra satisfaction of knowing and tasting that it is homemade! With the lovely aromatic flavor of garlic brushed all over and topped with sharp parmesan, Homemade Garlic Knots are a fantastic appetizer for parties when served alongside marinara sauce. Once you make these homemade garlic knots from scratch, you might want to ditch the take-out knots forever.
See More12. Lasagna Cups
If you're in need of a tasty appetizer, a quick meal for the grandkids, or something for just the two of you, give this little number a try! These quick and easy Lasagna Cups are packed with all the Italian flavors you love. After tasting the layer upon layer of flaky crescent rolls, gooey cheese, tender lasagna noodles, and delicious sauce, you'll forget this isn't a full-blown casserole and bask in just how convenient it is to make and eat! Give this handful of love, a.k.a. Lasagna Cups, a try the next time you need a fast, satisfying meal or snack alternative. It really does fit the pan, we mean, the bill!
See More13. Mom's Perfect Stuffed Dates
Sometimes the most perfect and satisfying flavors come from simplicity. Mom's Perfect Stuffed Dates are easy to whip up and combine simple ingredients into one fantastic Thanksgiving appetizer; sweet dates come together with tangy goat cheese and the crunch of pistachios. With just a touch of seasoning, Mom's Perfect Stuffed Dates will have your friends and loved ones begging for the recipe. Whether or not you want to share is up to you!
Click Here14. Magic Chicken Bites
The magic behind Magic Chicken Bites is that they taste like a pub snack or appetizer, while still being a hearty main course! The chicken is drenched in sweet and tangy honey mustard and then is coated in crunchy, salty pretzels before being baked, so each bite is savory, juicy and just so crisp! It's like oven-fried chicken by way of your favorite watering hole, and it's ready in less than 30 minutes! Magic Chicken Bites are gonna cast a spell on you!
See More15. Cheesy Meatloaf Cups
This recipe for Cheesy Meatloaf Cups combines all the best elements of pizza (meat, sauce, and cheese) into a bite-size dish that can be baked in a muffin tin. Cheesy Meatloaf Cups would even work as appetizers with a side of pizza sauce to dip them into. The gooey burst of cheese when you bite into them is too tasty to resist. Plus, it’s low-carb, so the health-conscious can enjoy the same great flavors!
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