Easy Thanksgiving Appetizers {27 Recipes}
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These recipes for easy Thanksgiving appetizers are the perfect start to your Thanksgiving dinner. Your guests will love these light bites and you’ll appreciate how little time they take to prepare.
And no more grumblings asking when the food will be ready because guests will be distracted by the delicious appetizers. So tasty and the perfect way to start your Thanksgiving feast!
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Thanksgiving is known as a holiday for eating. But if you’re serving the Thanksgiving meal at dinner time, consider preparing a few light bites for people to nosh on before the big meal. Use a variety of serving dishes to set up a serving station or space them strategically around the table.
If you are on the hunt for appetizers, you may need some side dish ideas too. Check out 42 Delicious, Easy Thanksgiving Side Dishes Youโve Got to Try.
And let’s not forget that the holidays often come with stress. You can make this year stress-free with 14 Thanksgiving tips!
Finally, what will you do with all of the leftovers after the big meal? I’m sharing my list of 40 Mouth-Watering Thanksgiving Leftovers Recipes the Whole Family Will Love.
So, let’s get to it! Try these easy Thanksgiving appetizers your whole family will love.
27 Delicious Thanksgiving Appetizer Ideas
Kick Turkey Day off with these easy appetizer recipes. From hot and cold to savory and sweet we've got you covered!
Cranberry Crostini Recipe
Creamy cheese, tart cranberries and crunchy bread make for an easy Thanksgiving appetizer.
Easy Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board
A bountiful board filled with meats, cheeses, fruits, crackers and spreads.
Baked Brie with Cranberries and Walnuts
Turn a plain wheel of brie into a show stopping appetizer with just 10 minutes of prep. It's sure to be the hit of the party.
Fluffy Marshmallow Cream Cheese Fruit Dip {+ Video}
Need a quick and easy Thanksgiving appetizer? This fluffy fruit dip is sweet, creamy, and pairs well with all your favorite fresh fruits. Ready in no time and only 2 ingredients needed!!
Pumpkin Pie Cheese Crackers Thanksgiving Appetizer
Who doesn't love to end a Thanksgiving meal with pumpkin pie topped with whipped cream? So why not start the meal the same way? These amazing appetizers look just like your favorite classic pumpkin pie. Your guests will love these adorable "pies" made with crackers, cheese, and cream cheese!
The BEST Classic Cheese Ball Recipe
Looking for a quick and easy holiday appetizer? Look no further! With only 7 ingredients this cheese ball is a winner, hands down. Best yet, you can prepare it ahead of time so you can focus on your main dishes.
Bacon-Wrapped Turkey and Mushroom Poppers
We always over estimate on the turkey, so why not add some to these bacon-wrapped mushrooms?
Neiman Marcus Dip (Million Dollar Dip)
With only 5 ingredients this Million Dollar Dip is a sure way to win over your Thanksgiving guests. It is a quick, easy, and mouth watering dip.
Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Drizzle
Caprese Skewers are a simple Italian-inspired appetizer. You only need a few ingredients and it's a pretty presentation.
Salty Sweet Fall Harvest Snack Mix
We dare you to stop at just one handful. This snack mix is packed with salty and sweet ingredients. And it looks pretty in the center of your Thanksgiving table.
Cranberry Salsa Dip
Looking for a quick and and easy Thanksgiving appetizer that your guests will love, look no further. A spicy and sweet combo that goes great with crackers. Best of all it requires no baking when your oven is tied up with your main dishes.
Pumpkin Spice Pretzel Bites
Only 5 simple ingredients, most of which you probably already have on hand, are needed for this delicious treat. Pumpkin spice pretzel bites are just the right amount of sweet! They are great to prepare ahead of time for one less thing to worry about on Thanksgiving day!
Savory Goat Cheese and Honey Bites
Need a simple appetizer for your Thanksgiving gathering that requires minimal oven time, look no further. These savory goat cheese and honey bites are the perfect 4 ingredient appetizer to start off your party!
Jalapeno Cheeseball
Love spicy things? A Jalapeno cheeseball will definitely satisfy your needs for spice this Thanksgiving! With your meal or as an appetizer this dip will be a hit with your guests!
Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
A new twist on stuffed mushrooms? Goat cheese stuffed mushrooms will be a great addition to your Thanksgiving day appetizers. The combined flavor of the toasted pine nuts and goat cheese is simply irresistible!
Baked Brie - Baked until melty and delicious!
Who doesn't love cheese? A Baked Brie appetizer is full of flavor and is a great starter on Turkey day.
Crockpot Little Smokies
Oldie but goodie here. Little Smokies are so easy to prepare and very hands off in the crockpot! Want to win over the kids at your Thanksgiving party this year then you'll want to fix these, maybe even two batches!
Cranberry Meatballs (Slow Cooker)
A twist on old-school crockpot meatballs, Cranberry Meatballs are sweet and savory. Simple to prepare with only 5 ingredients, you'll have your guests coming back for more!
Figs Stuffed with Gorgonzola Appetizer Recipe
Figs Stuffed with Gorgonzola is an easy finger food app to offer and they look pretty amazing too!
Cranberry Brie Bites are a Delicious Holiday Appetizer!
Fruit and cheese go amazing together, especially in these Cranberry Brie bites! Bite-sized yet full of flavor this appetizer is perfect for your Thanksgiving meal. Only 4 simple ingredients are needed!
Baked Cheddar Bacon Ranch Meatballs Recipe
Bacon cheddar and ranch are flavors that go great together in any recipe, but when you add these together in meatballs, you better watch out because they get gone fast!
Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts
Tired of the same old appetizers? Try some Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts! Full of crunch and doesn't love bacon?
Roasted Garlic and Cherry Baked Brie Appetizer
Can you ever get enough of brie cheese? Garlic Cherry Baked Brie is a perfect one for your crowd! Not only is it easy to make but it tastes delicious! The cherries on top give it a festive look for your table too, win, win!
Guacamole Deviled Eggs
Avocado is taking over in these deviled eggs! Topped with crumbled baking, for the best little appetizer. You may have to remind your guests not to fill up on them!
Easy Pizza Dip Appetizer
Pizza on Thanksgiving? Yep! Pizza Dip is super simple to make, yet a little nontraditional, but it sure will be a hit at the kid's table!
Easy Skinny Pumpkin Dip with Cream Cheese
You can get away with dessert before the big deal when you grab a scoop of this pumpkin dip! Serve with fruit or graham crackers for a quick and easy app!
Bacon Cream Cheese Dipย
This warm cheesy dip is packed with flavor and only takes a few ingredients! You could probably keep it warm in the crockpot to save oven and stove top space!
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