Get the Party Started With 12 Labor Day Appetizers

By Jennifer A. • Aug 12, 2024

Who doesn't love appetizers? Fun, colorful, and easy to throw together, these 12 Labor Day Appetizers are some of our favorites for party time. From salsa to wings to dip to crispy bacon... everyone will want more of these delights!

1. A+ Salsa

Some appetizers just make the grade.... and others excel well past it! With all the freshness and great taste, A+ Salsa will become a "hostess's pet" at first bite. Sweet corn, ripe olives, sweet red pepper, perky onions, and minced garlic show up to class with a lemon-cider vinegar dressing and ripe, creamy avocado chunks for a perfect-attendance kind of snack. Show up with high honors at your next party with A+ Salsa.

2. Southern Pimento Cheese

The “caviar of the South,” Southern Pimento Cheese is one of those appetizers no one can stop eating. Creamy, tangy, sharp, and of course cheesy, Southern Pimento Cheese is packed with flavor and just the right amount of spice. Easy to make and a flash to whip up, this is perfect for spreading on crackers, toast, vegetables, or cured meats. Do you even need a meal after making this?

3. Everything Bagel Deviled Eggs

Everything Deviled Eggs are a great twist on a classic dish! The everything bagel seasoning makes this appetizer extra savory with a distinct bouquet of breakfast flavors. These creamy, tangy deviled eggs are perfect for grab-and-go snacks or appetizers for a dinner party. Make Everything Deviled Eggs for your next gathering and everyone will be asking you for the recipe!

4. Party Franks

Everyone knows that mini hot dogs rule the roost when it comes to appetizers, but it doesn't have to be all about pigs in a blanket. Party Franks leave the buns behind, instead coating the meaty, savory dogs with a tangy, sweet, and smoky sauce with just a touch of spice that you'll want to lick off your fingers, off the plate, and even off the toothpicks. A hint of lemon and mustard adds a lovely brightness and sourness that brings out the most in the sausage flavors. Party Franks somehow makes enough for everyone and yet leaves everyone wanting more. Best to make two batches then!

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5. Smoked Whitefish Dip

You can whip up this delicious Smoked Whitefish Dip and get the party started on the right foot! It’s a creamy, savory seafood treat that's perfectly seasoned with garlic, salt, pepper, dill weed, and lemon juice. It's refreshing and tangy with a savory smoky taste. Serve Smoked Whitefish Dip with your favorite bread, crackers, toast, rice cakes, or bagel chips for the perfect appetizer or snack! It has nothing to envy from any seafood dip you can find at a coastal store.

6. Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers are small, but they pack a punch! This recipe is quick, easy, and makes for a great party favor, appetizer, or snack. When you pop one of these into your mouth, your taste buds will be met with rich cream cheese, melted sharp cheddar cheese, zingy jalapeño, and crispy bacon. Make Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers any time for an explosion of flavor!

7. 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!

8. Classic Buffalo Wings

Classic Buffalo Wings is an appetizer recipe that everyone will love! These wings are smothered in a homemade Buffalo sauce consisting of spicy hot sauce, sweet honey, and rich butter. Who would say no? Dip these Classic Buffalo Wings into any creamy, cooling dressing of your choice and enjoy!

9. Easy Bruschetta

Easy Bruschetta is a simple appetizer to start your meal off right! This recipe is fresh, flavorful, and easy enough for weeknight dinners. You'll love the flavors of juicy Roma tomatoes, robust balsamic vinegar, herby basil ribbons, and crispy French bread. Easy Bruschetta is savory, tasty, and quick to make; it's guaranteed to brighten up your afternoon in or your next party.

10. Loaded Guacamole

Just when you thought guacamole couldn't get any better, it did! Loaded Guacamole gives regular guac a makeover with hearty black beans, onions, sharp cheese, and tomatoes. It’s your favorite creamy, tangy, and spicy appetizer dip with some extra bright pizzazz. Loaded Guacamole is so delicious, you won’t have to worry about leftovers!

11. Cowboy Caviar

We reckon that this here Cowboy Caviar is just as fun to eat as it is to say! Colorful, flavorful, and filled with fresh ingredients, Cowboy Caviar is a rich, savory, and sweet appetizer. With just a touch of heat, plenty of refreshing vegetables, and creamy beans, this dish is bright and crunchy. Served with some tortilla chips, people will be giddying up to get more of this!

12. Veggies & Whip

Veggies & Whip go beyond just offering a smattering of vegetables and some ranch dressing at your party. Nothing wrong with the ordinary way of doing things, but Veggies & Whip want to go beyond. With a little surprise roasting of the vegetables for a greater depth of flavor, the addition of some herbs helps to accent the veggie's natural fragrance. Then they are served alongside an extra tangy and cheesy homemade ricotta dip. That's the kind of dip that whips other appetizers into shape!