Small Bite Appetizers (2024)

Get ready for holiday parties and New Year’s Eve by making small bite appetizers! All of these recipes are party favorites during the holiday season. These recipes are easy to make, full of flavor and easy to enjoy.

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Let’s face it, the life of the party often starts with the food, and when it comes to small bite party appetizers, the possibilities are endless. The holiday season is the perfect time to gather with loved ones and indulge in delightful flavors.

Whether you’re hosting or attending a potluck, having an array of delicious small bite appetizers is a must. These recipes for small bite party appetizers are designed to spark joy and impress your guests with their delicious tastes and charming presentation. From meatballs to chicken wings, we’ve go it all in this round-up of easy small bite appetizers!

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Mini Twice Baked Potatoes

Small in size, big on flavor! These mini twice baked potatoes are an irresistible delight. 🥔🧀

Mini Twice Baked Potatoes

Loaded with sour cream, bacon, and cheddar cheese, these Mini Twice Baked Potatoes pack a flavorful punch. Simple to make, yet sure to impress at any party!

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Ham and Cheese Rollups

A quick and easy appetizer for any time of day, or a delightful addition to any gathering! These ham and cheese rollups are not only an easy lunch, but perfect to serve as small bite appetizers.

Ham and Cheese Rollups

Quick, easy and and delicious ham and cheese roll ups! Flour tortillas with ranch cream cheese spread that is layered with ham and cheese. Roll them up an cut them!

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Baked Chicken Wings

Crispy, tender, and bursting with flavor, these wings are oven-baked to perfection. Skip the take-out and make the most perfect wings right in your own kitchen.

Baked Chicken Wings

Crispy, delicious and easy to make! Easy Chicken Wings seasoned with a homemade rub that are perfectly crispy in the oven every single time.

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Classic Deviled Eggs Recipe

Embrace the timeless delight of classic deviled eggs! 🥚😋 They may not be the first thing you think of when you hear small bite party appetizers, but once you try this recipe they’ll be the first thing to pop in your mind next time you need to make an app!

Classic Deviled Eggs Recipe

Classic deviled eggs that are a staple for any holiday or picnic!

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Sour Cream, Chive, and Bacon Deviled Eggs

Creamy, tangy, and packed with savory goodness, these deviled eggs are a delightful twist on a classic favorite. Bacon lovers will swoon over these creamy deviled eggs with salty crunch of bacon.

Sour Cream, Chive, and Bacon Deviled Eggs

Creamy Deviled Eggs Loaded with Sour Cream, Chive and Bacon! Perfect Side Dish for the Holiday!

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Air Fryer Fried Pickles

Crispy, tangy pickle slices coated in a flavorful breading, air-fried to perfection. If you love fried pickles but hate the calories of deep fried food, these will quickly become one of your favorite small bite appetizers.

Air Fryer Fried Pickles

Crunchy, tangy Air Fryer Fried Pickles are perfectly seasoned and a great appetizer recipe for parties!

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Fried Ravioli

Crispy and golden on the outside, tender and delicious on the inside, these breaded and fried pasta pockets are the perfect appetizer. These little fried bites of Italian cuisine are always a hit.

Fried Ravioli

Crispy bread Ravioli that is fried! This Fried Ravioli is a delicious appetizer perfect for parties.

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Sausage Wontons

Perfect for a flavorful appetizer or a tasty addition to your Asian-inspired meal. You’ll love theses incredibly crispy wontons and their deliciously bold flavors.

Sausage Wontons

Crispy Wontons loaded with sausage and green peppers! Easy entertaining idea for all of your party needs!

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Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket

Air-fried to crispy perfection, these pigs in a blanket are the ultimate crunchy, bite-sized delight! You can make these as easy small bite party appetizers or even serve them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket

Mini Pigs in a Blanket that are cooked in your air fryer for a quick and easy appetizer, lunch or dinner!

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Pigs in a Blanket

Tiny bites, huge flavor! All you need is two ingredients to make these classic small bite appetizers. Pigs in a blanket never fail to be a crowd pleaser at any gathering.

Pigs in a Blanket

An easy 2-ingredient appetizer recipe! Mini hot dogs wrapped in flaky crescent rolls mean these Pigs in a Blanket are always a hit!

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Crock Pot Chicken Wings

Get ready for fall-off-the-bone deliciousness with these crock pot chicken wings! These perfectly cooked delights are tender, juicy and loaded with flavor. Who needs to order out when you’ve got a wing recipe like this one?!

Crock Pot Chicken Wings

Sticky, delicious chicken wings that are prepared in your slow cooker with a homemade seasoning. An easy party appetizer that's always a hit!

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Grape Jelly Meatballs

A classic appetizer featuring tender meatballs drenched in a delectable combination of grape jelly and zesty chili sauce, creating a mouthwatering fusion of flavors. While it may sound odd to cook meatballs in jelly, these will become one of your go-to easy small bite appetizers in no time.

Grape Jelly Meatballs

Easy Grape Jelly Meatballs only require three ingredients and are made in your Crock Pot! Perfect appetizer when you are entertaining.

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Instant Pot Grape Jelly Meatballs

Whip up a delicious party favorite with these Instant Pot grape jelly meatballs! Utilizing the Instant Pot for apps is a game-changer. You can save so much time and pack so much flavor into these easy recipes.

Instant Pot Grape Jelly Meatballs

These easy to make, traditional, meatballs with grape jelly and chili sauce are perfect for parties and game day gatherings! Now make them in your Instant Pot for an easy appetizer!

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Ham and Cheese Sliders

Simple, savory, and utterly delicious! Everyone needs a recipe for ham and cheese sliders and this is a show stopper.

Ham and Cheese Sliders

Quick and easy tailgating or dinner recipe! Soft Hawaiian buns loaded with flavor from the ham, cheese and buttery poppy seed topping!

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Cheesy Bacon Turkey Sliders

Combining the savory goodness of turkey, crispy bacon, and melty cheese, these mini delights pack a delicious punch in every bite. They are great small bite appetizers for parties where you know your guests want some substantial food to eat!

Cheesy Bacon Turkey Sliders

Cheesy Bacon Turkey Sliders ~ Quick and Easy Game Day Appetizer or Meal! Perfect for Using up Leftover Turkey too! Slider Buns Loaded with Turkey, Bacon, and Cheese!!

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Pepperoni Pizza Sliders

A crowd-pleasing party favorite that brings the taste of pizza in every bite! This fun recipe combines all of the best things about pizza and sliders into one simple dish.

Pizza Sliders

These sliders are quick, easy and perfect for any night of the week! Stuffed with pepperoni, fresh mozzarella and pizza sauce then brush the buns with a seasoned Parmesan butter for so much flavor.

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Homemade Oven Baked Jalapeno Poppers

Step-up up your appetizer game with these homemade oven baked jalapeño poppers! A gooey small bite appetizer that’ll add a little spice to your life.

Homemade Oven Baked Jalapeno Poppers

Quick and easy appetizer great for parties and watching the game. A perfect blend of spicy, crispy and cheesy!

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Crock Pot Ranch Mushrooms

Slow-cooked perfection awaits with these crock pot ranch mushrooms! These little bursts of flavor are quick to make and pair well with any of your favorite small bite appetizers.

Crock Pot Ranch Mushrooms

WIth only 4 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep this recipe is the perfect easy appetizer. Buttery, ranch seasoned mushrooms cooked in your slow cooker.

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Garlic Stuffed Mushrooms

These yummy garlic stuffed mushrooms are a perfect savory appetizer or a delightful side dish. Loaded with butter, garlic and a melty cheese filling these little small bite appetizers are bursting with flavor.

Garlic Stuffed Mushrooms

These quick and easy stuffed mushrooms are rich and full of flavors thanks to garlic, butter, parsley and cheese stuffing. They are the perfect small bite appetizers!

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Mozzarella Sticks

An appetizer that disappears faster than you can say ‘cheese pull’! Mozzarella sticks are always a crowd pleasing dish.

Mozzarella Sticks

Crispy bread crumb coated cheese sticks with melted cheese in the middle!

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Baked Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Indulge in the perfect combination of savory ham and gooey cheese baked inside a fluffy roll. If you’re looking for easy small bite appetizers, this one should go to the top of your list!

Baked Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Tender, flaky baked Ham and Cheese Pinwheels are stuffed with melted cheese and ham slices for an easy dinner recipe.

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Pizza Pinwheels

A scrumptious medley of pizza goodness – pepperoni, gooey cheese, and zesty tomato sauce, all rolled up in a perfect bite-sized package.

Pizza Pinwheels

Quick and easy Pizza Pinwheels are so easy to make for dinner!

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Cheesy Turkey Bacon Ranch Pinwheels

Indulge in the ultimate flavor trio! Cheesy, savory, and oh-so-delicious, these cheesy turkey bacon ranch pinwheels are a taste sensation.

Cheesy Turkey Bacon Ranch Pinwheels

Perfect for Your Lunchbox! Tortillas Loaded with Turkey, Bacon, Ranch and Cheese! Also, Make a Great Appetizer for Your Parties!

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Tortilla Pinwheels

Perfect for any gathering and guaranteed to vanish fast! This super simple appetizer is filled to the brim with creamy savory goodness. You can even make these simple small bite appetizers for an easy lunch!

Tortilla Pinwheels

Bite sized pinwheels stuffed with a creamy mixture of cream cheese, black olives, green chiles, cheese spread on a tortilla, then rolled up, chilled and sliced.

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Crescent Chicken Taco Pinwheels

Roll into flavor town with these crescent chicken taco pinwheels! I have been know to make these on taco night too, so they’re more than just an easy appetizer!

Crescent Chicken Taco Pinwheels

An easy appetizer recipe filled with diced chicken, cream cheese, taco seasoning, and green chiles. It’s perfect for when you need a quick snack or dinner idea too!

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Puff Pastry Appetizers Bacon Pinwheels with Cheddar

These delectable bites combine the flakiness of puff pastry with the richness of cheddar and the smoky goodness of bacon. So flavorful and easy to make.

Puff Pastry Appetizers Bacon Pinwheels with Cheddar

Puff Pastry Pinwheels – Easy and Fast Puff Pastry Appetizer with Bacon and Cheese! Perfect for Parties andFamily Gatherings!

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Potato Skins

Perfectly baked, and loaded with cheese, bacon, and all your favorite fixings. Potato skins are a classic game-day appetizer that are great for any of the gatherings you have planned!

Potato Skins

Crispy potatoes filled with cheese, bacon, sour cream and green onions make the perfect appetizer!

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Ranch Pretzels Recipe

Crunchy, savory, and utterly addictive! These ranch pretzels are a delicious snack that would be perfect to serve alongside other small bite party appetizers.

Ranch Pretzels Recipe

Ranch Pretzels flavored with ranch, dill, and garlic these pretzels will become your next addiction!

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Barbecue Baked Chicken Drumsticks

These barbecue baked chicken drumsticks are a perfect blend of tender, juicy goodness and smoky, saucy flavor. A protein packed app that anyone would enjoy!

Barbecue Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Marinated Baked Chicken Drumsticks Make an Easy Dinner Recipe! Bake them and Finish with Barbecue Sauce for Juicy, Flavorful Drumsticks!

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Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks

These honey garlic chicken drumsticks are a crowd-pleaser! If you’re looking for a hearty small bite appetizer to serve to your party guests, this is it.

Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks

Quick, easy and delicious chicken drumstick recipe. They are tender, juicy and full of flavor from a homemade honey garlic sauce that is brushed on them.

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Kickin’ Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites

These kickin’ bacon wrapped chicken bites are ideal for parties, game nights, or simply when you’re craving a deliciously addictive snack. The flavor of these small bite appetizers is second to none!

Kickin’ Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites

These Kickin’ Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites are bite-sized pieces of chicken wrapped in bacon and dusted in brown sugar & cayenne pepper! The perfect small bite appetizer recipe!

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Bacon Wrapped Waterchestnuts with Sweet Dipping Sauce

This appetizer is a delightful mix of savory, crispy bacon and the subtle crunch of water chestnuts, all complemented by a sweet and tangy sauce that’s just perfect for dipping.

Bacon Wrapped Waterchestnuts with Sweet Dipping Sauce

Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts Recipe served with a Sweet Dipping Sauce. This appetizer is sweet, salty, out of control delicious and so easy to make! Perfect for the holidays!

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Pull Apart Pizza Bread Recipe

Layer saucy pizza dough bits in a pan, add a sprinkle of cheese, plenty of pepperoni, and your other chosen toppings between each layer. The more layers, the better! Bake and then serve the gooey appetizer and wait for the oo’s and ahh’s.

Pull Apart Pizza Bread Recipe

A crispy Italian bread loaf stuffed with pepperoni and cheese with an Italian herbs Parmesan butter. Baked until crispy and cheese melts, served with warm marinara! This Pull Apart Pizza Bread is the perfect easy appetizer for parties or for the kids after school.

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Pizza Monkey Bread

Each piece that is pulled from this pizza monkey bread reveal strings of cheese and pockets of savory toppings. It’s like a flavor adventure in every bite!

Pizza Monkey Bread

A delicious mix up for pizza night or appetizer recipe! Stuffed with Mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, butter and garlic!

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Ham and Pickle Roll Ups

These little bites are like the dynamic duo of the snack world, bringing together the best of both worlds in a single, snackable package.

Ham and Pickle Roll Ups

These Ham and Pickle Roll Ups are the best appetizer ever. They only take three ingredients and a few minutes of your time. They are always a hit at every party and the perfect small bite appetizer. Grab your cream cheese, ham and pickles and whip these up today!

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Glazed Kielbasa Bites

Add a touch of sweetness to your day with these delectable glazed kielbasa bites – a flavorful twist on a classic favorite!

Glazed Kielbasa Bites

Only Three Ingredients in this Easy Appetizer Recipe! Kielbasa Glazed with Sweet Brown Sugar and Made in Your Slow Cooker!

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Skinny Buffalo Chicken Wonton Cups

Indulge guilt-free with these skinny buffalo chicken wonton cups – the perfect blend of spice and crunch in every bite! Small bite appetizers like these are always a hit.

Skinny Buffalo Chicken Wonton Cups

Skinny Buffalo Chicken Wonton Cups ~ Your favorite Buffalo Dip in “skinny” form and all packed inside a crispy wonton wrapper!

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Grilled Bang Bang Shrimp Skewers

These grilled shrimp skewers are coated in a creamy, spicy sauce that gained popularity from an upscale seafood restaurant chain. You’ll love this delicious recipe for easy small bite party appetizers!

Grilled Bang Bang Shrimp Skewers

Grilled shrimp skewers covered in a spicy, creamy, sweet chili sauce. Perfect for the summer barbecues!

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Light Tex Mex Shrimp Bites Recipe

Get ready to savor the flavors of the Southwest with these light Tex Mex shrimp bites – a zesty twist on seafood perfection! 🍤

Light Tex Mex Shrimp Bites Recipe

Perfect Small Bite Appetizers! Crunchy Wonton Shells Stuffed with Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, and Seasoned Shrimp! Plus, it’s a Light Appetizer So You Won’t Feel Guilty!

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Sweet Pepper Poppers

Spice up your day with these delightful sweet pepper poppers! 🌶️ With only 7 ingredients, you can make these small bite appetizers in no time at all.

Sweet Pepper Poppers

Perfect Small Bite Appetizer for Your Next Party! Only 7 ingredients and 30 Minutes!

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Mexican Sausage Balls

Spice up your fiesta with these zesty Mexican sausage balls! This tasty app is bursting at the seams with incredible flavor.

Mexican Sausage Balls

A Quick And Easy Appetizer Made With Breakfast Sausage You Can Make Ahead Of Time And Bake When You’re Ready!

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Grilled BBQ Pineapple Shrimp Bites

Sizzle up your taste buds with these grilled BBQ pineapple shrimp bites – a tropical twist on skewered perfection! 🍤🍍 These are one of our favorite small bite party appetizers to serve during the summer.

Grilled BBQ Pineapple Shrimp Bites

Delicious, Grilled Pineapple and Shrimp Bites Seasoned with BBQ Seasoning and Sauce then Grilled to Perfection!

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Crock Pot Kickin’ Cheesy Beer Smokies

Add a kick to your gathering with these Crock Pot kickin’ cheesy beer smokies – a flavor-packed sensation that will have your guests asking for more!

Crock Pot Kickin’ Cheesy Beer Smokies

Crock Pot Kickin’ Cheesy Beer Smokies ~ Your Favorite Smokies Loaded with Beer Cheese Sauce and Tabasco for a Kick!

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Crock Pot Sweet Bacon Smokies

Wrap up the festivities with these irresistible Crock Pot sweet bacon smokies – the ultimate holiday party crowd-pleaser!

Crock Pot Sweet Bacon Smokies

Crock Pot Sweet Bacon Smokies ~ Delicious Smokies Covered in Butter and Brown Sugar and Loaded with Bacon! Perfect Appetizer for Anytime!

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Cauliflower Bites in Honey Sriracha Sauce

Sweet Heat Delight: Crispy Cauliflower Bites glazed in Honey Sriracha Sauce! 🔥🍯 A vegetarian small bite appetizer that is packed with flavor.

Cauliflower Bites in Honey Sriracha Sauce

Cauliflower Bites in Honey Sriracha Sauce make a delicious and filling vegetarian meal that is a delicious balance of sweet and spicy!

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