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Savory · Appetizers & Snacks

Appetizer & Snack Recipes

Whether you’re having a few neighbors over to watch the big game or are catering a friend’s wedding, these shareable bites will kick off a great meal and are sure to be enjoyed. Browse this collection of recipes for crowd-pleasing appetizers and snacks, including homemade soft pretzels, bacon-wrapped cheesy stuffed jalapeños, Maryland-style crab dip, pepperoni pizza rolls, and more.

homemade salted soft pretzels.

Savory Bites

homemade soft pretzels on parchment.
Yeast Bread

Easy Homemade Soft Pretzels

1,878 Comments
veggie pizza with fresh broccoli, red pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, parmesan cheese, and scallion on top.
Appetizers & Snacks

Cold Veggie Pizza (Homemade Appetizer)

41 Comments
overhead picture of homemade cheese crackers
Appetizers & Snacks

Homemade Cheese Crackers

347 Comments
bacon wrapped cheese-stuffed jalapeños.
Appetizers & Snacks

Bacon Wrapped Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños

77 Comments
homemade crackers in various flavors including everything bagel, rosemary, and sesame seed.
Appetizers & Snacks

Homemade Artisan Crackers (4 Flavors)

358 Comments
honey mustard pretzel pieces.
Appetizers & Snacks

Honey Mustard Pretzel Pieces

47 Comments
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Dips & Sauces

pita chip in bacon spinach dip
Appetizers & Snacks

Garlic & Bacon Spinach Dip

85 Comments
hand dipping a tortilla chip in black bean corn avocado salsa.
Appetizers & Snacks

Corn, Black Bean & Avocado Salsa

30 Comments
hand holding baguette slice dipped in Maryland crab dip.
Appetizers & Snacks

Crab Dip (Maryland Style)

163 Comments
homemade basil pesto
Toppings & Sauces

Homemade Basil Pesto Recipe

151 Comments
crostini being dipped in pizza dip with pepperonis on top.
Appetizers & Snacks

Quick & Easy Pepperoni Pizza Dip

22 Comments
dipping a chip into bowl of nacho cheese sauce
Appetizers & Snacks

Spicy Nacho Cheese Sauce

168 Comments

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Bacon Wrapped Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños

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Honey Mustard Pretzel Pieces

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Apple Brie Phyllo Galette

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Baked Honey BBQ Chicken Bites

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homemade crackers in various flavors including everything bagel, rosemary, and sesame seed.
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Homemade Artisan Crackers (4 Flavors)

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crostini being dipped in pizza dip with pepperonis on top.
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Quick & Easy Pepperoni Pizza Dip

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Pesto Pull-Apart Bread

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Jalapeño Cheddar Soft Pretzels

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veggie pizza with fresh broccoli, red pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, parmesan cheese, and scallion on top.
Appetizers & Snacks

Cold Veggie Pizza (Homemade Appetizer)

41 Comments
hand holding baguette slice dipped in Maryland crab dip.
Appetizers & Snacks

Crab Dip (Maryland Style)

163 Comments
cranberry sauce and brie in a flaky puff pastry tart shown with a bite taken out.
Appetizers & Snacks

Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Tarts

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homemade basil pesto
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Homemade Basil Pesto Recipe

151 Comments
dipping a chip into bowl of nacho cheese sauce
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Spicy Nacho Cheese Sauce

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Butternut Squash & Mushroom Tart

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pita chip in bacon spinach dip
Appetizers & Snacks

Garlic & Bacon Spinach Dip

85 Comments
soft pretzel knots with different toppings including garlic parmesan, cinnamon sugar, and jalapeño cheddar
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Soft Pretzel Knots (With Various Toppings)

294 Comments
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Soft Pretzel Bites

567 Comments
sliced pepperoni stromboli
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Rosemary Garlic Pull Apart Bread

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Beer Cheese Dip

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overhead picture of homemade cheese crackers
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93 Comments
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