14 Show-Stopping Appetizers That’ll Have Your Date Begging for the Recipe
Impressing your date has never been easier with these 14 show-stopping appetizers. Whether you’re hosting a cozy dinner at home or preparing for a special evening out, these bite-sized delights are sure to make a lasting impression. With flavors that range from savory to sweet, each appetizer is designed to have your date asking for the recipe. Get ready to turn your meal into a memorable experience!
Cherry Crostini
This cherry crostini recipe marries tart cherries and cheese in a pairing perfect for a spread of winter appetizers.
Cheese Fondue
This cheese fondue recipe is the perfect date night activity! Make this recipe with white wine, Swiss cheese and shallots, and prepare for an incredible date night with your hunny!
Escargot Recipe
Snails are cooked in a butter and parsley sauce and served with a toasted baguette for a delectable and rich appetizer recipe. This Escargot recipe is so easy and a great way to experience French cuisine.
Caprese Salad Skewers
Caprese Salad Skewers with juicy tomatoes, crisp basil, and creamy mozzarella are rich with bold flavors and so easy to make. Top caprese skewers with a good-quality, buttery extra-virgin olive oil, thick balsamic glaze, salt, and freshly ground pepper.
Spinach and Goat Cheese Tartlets
Spinach and Goat Cheese Tartlets are the ultimate holiday appetizer! These bite-sized treats feature creamy goat cheese, tender spinach, and crispy phyllo shells, making them the perfect addition to your Christmas party spread, game day party, or New Year’s Eve gathering.
Homemade Baked Mac N Cheese Bites
Homemade baked mac n cheese bites are a creamy, cheesy, and perfectly bite-sized on-the-go snack for kids as well as a finger food appetizer! Use some leftover macaroni and cheese, or stir up some stove-top mac n cheese to make these. Either way, they’re absolutely perfect bites of deliciousness!
Cheesy Edamame Crostini
A cheesy, lemony edamame crostini. Perfect as a party appetizer.
Cheesy Arancini Rice Balls
These Cheesy Arancini Rice Balls are an Italian street food classic, but made in the air fryer or baked instead of deep fried! Stuffed with Spanish Mahon cheese and served with simple marinara, you’re going to have a hard time stopping at just a few!
Crispy Prosciutto Cups with Pear & Mascarpone
Looking for the fanciest, easiest appetizer ever? Crispy Prosciutto Cups with Pear & Mascarpone are the answer – simple flavors, simple prep, max deliciousness!
Honey Nut Brie en Croute
Put on a show with this fancy Honey Nut Brie en Croute ! Using refrigerated croissant dough, your guests never have to know how easy it really is!
Crab Cake Stuffed Mushrooms
A perfect snack for any dinner, party, or a fancy “Girl’s Night In”, these Crab Cake Stuffed Mushrooms combine the simplicity of crab cakes with the fun of stuffed mushrooms.
Blue Cheese Steak Crostini
These blue cheese steak crostini are the perfect little appetizer bite. Garlicky toasted bread topped with salty blue cheese, rare steak and a balsamic reduction are a great Valentine’s Day nibble.
Shrimp Rangoon
Succulent shrimp mixed with cream cheese and wrapped in a crispy wonton wrapper, Shrimp Rangoon is sure to be your new favorite appetizer.
Fried Feta Cheese with Phyllo Dough and Honey
This 5-Minute appetizer is the BEST way to enjoy a quick taste of Greece! This feta cheese wrapped in phyllo dough, cooked in olive oil, and then drizzled with honey and sesame seeds will impress anyone you serve it to. Enjoy it with pita chips, tomatoes, or even by itself.
