Super Bowl Appetizers are almost as important as the game itself. We compiled 21 of our favorite appetizers to enjoy with your friends – and maybe a beer or three – during the big game.
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Why You’ll Love These Super Bowl Appetizers
Since we’ve published this post, we’ve added even a few more recipes! In my eyes, a good Super Bowl appetizer has three key elements.
- Indulgent: The Super Bowl is not the time to be counting calories, making sure you’re getting your fair share of fruits and veggies, and thinking about your gym membership. It’s a time to enjoy some indulgent, greasy, messy foods. Live it up!
- Easy To Eat: Foods for the big game should be fairly practical. You might eat them standing up, or with a beer in one hand. That’s why this list is just appetizers. You can fit lots of them on your plate, and eat them wherever.
- Fun and Delicious: Above all else, Super Bowl food should be lots of fun, and super tasty. No matter what happens in the game or during the halftime show, the day will be a success with good food.
Tricks and Tips for Hosting a Game Day Party
Here are a few of my favorite tricks for serving food at a Super Bowl party.
- Keep food warm. It’s easy to end up with a lot of warm food that gets cold during a Super Bowl party. There are a few ways to combat that. You can invest in hot plates to keep some of your Super Bowl appetizers warm. Or, if you want a simpler method, keep some foods warm in the oven, and bring them out later in the game. There’s nothing wrong with staggering when you serve things.
- Serve food throughout your home. Sometimes at Super Bowl parties the table gets overwhelmed with too much food. One way to keep this from happening is to serve food throughout your home. Place some of your dishes at the dining room table, some at the coffee table, and some outside. This not only makes it easier to serve food, but keeps a better flow of people.
- Set up multiple trash cans. One of the best ways to keep a Super Bowl party moving smoothly is to make sure there are a lot of trash cans. Use disposable plates and cutlery, and that way when people are done snacking they can easily throw away their food or drinks, and pick back up when they get hungry or thirsty again. This keeps things from getting too messy.
- Make sure you have enough drinks. These foods will be the star of your Super Bowl party, but make sure there’s enough beer and other fun drinks to get you through the game. Remember, the Super Bowl lasts a lot longer than most football games, and people show up to party!
Crack Beef Tips
Make these Crack Beef Tips at your next party! Tender beef tips with a sweet and spicy BBQ sauce – so addicting, they’ll be gone in minutes!
Buffalo Chicken Dip
This easy Buffalo Chicken Dip is one of our favorite appetizer recipes! Serve this hot dip for appetizers and on game day!
Italian Deli Roll Ups
This fun low carb snack or appetizer can be served any time of the day! You can easily customize the flavors in this appetizer recipe to your liking!
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms are stuffed with a creamy crab filling and a toasted, buttery Panko topping! Delicious appetizers for holidays and parties!
Layered Beef Burrito Dip
This layered beef dip is sure to be the center of attention at your next party!
Spinach Artichoke Dip
This hot spinach artichoke dip is the perfect appetizer for parties, holidays or game days! Make in the oven or your slow cooker!
Garlic Butter Shrimp
This shrimp is served in the most addicting garlicky butter sauce that’s made for dipping!
Copycat Totino’s Pizza Rolls
These delightfully crispy Copycat Totino’s Pizza Rolls have a gooey, cheesy center and a burst of tangy tomato sauce. With their homemade freshness, they just might beat the original!
Everything Pigs In A Blanket
These fun appetizers are always gone in minutes! A classic pigs in a blanket recipe kicked up with everyone’s favorite bagel seasoning!
Italian Sub Bruschetta
This Italian Sub Bruschetta has all the flavors of your favorite sub sandwich! Perfect for appetizers, tailgating or a fun dinner at home!
Tuna Melt Bruschetta
This delicious, budget friendly appetizer is one of our favorites to serve on holidays or game days! Serve these mini tuna melts right along with your cheese board, or all on their own!
BBQ Chicken Pizza
This BBQ Chicken Pizza recipe is even better than the famous CPK version! I ingredient swap makes all the difference in the flavor. With a little store bought help, this pizza is ready faster than delivery!
Pepperoni Pizza Totchos
Pepperoni Pizza Totchos are the ultimate party food! Bake and place the skillet right on the table for serving and let everyone dig in!
Bacon Ranch Chicken Crescent Rolls
These Bacon Ranch Chicken Crescent Rolls are as delicious for appetizers as they are for dinner! Cheesy, chicken and bacon filling tossed with creamy Ranch dressing!
Tex-Mex Crab Dip
Make this Tex-Mex Crab Dip for your next party, holiday or happy hour! A creamy, cheesy warm crab dip recipe with a little bit of spice!
Garlic Parmesan Steak Bites
These Garlic Parmesan Steak Bites can be served as appetizers or for dinner! Tender cubes of steak, quickly seared and tossed in our famous garlic parmesan sauce!
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
These Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks turn out deliciously crispy without any oil! A healthier way to have these addicting, cheesy appetizers for parties and holidays!
Sausage Cheese Dip
This Sausage Cheese Dip is a mega addicting appetizer recipe – and it’s made in the easiest way ever!
Crab Imperial
Crab Imperial is a creamy, delicious, luxurious crab dish that’s so easy to make at home! Jumbo lump crab meat is the star of this seafood recipe, tossed with an imperial sauce and baked until golden brown.
Crab Balls
These Crab Balls are a delicious, one-bite appetizer that’s sure to be a party favorite! Our crab balls are baked, not fried, and they couldn’t be easier to make!
Candied Pecans Recipe
Candied Pecans are so addicting, you won’t be able to stop eating them! An easy to make, delicious snack recipe for parties, holidays and game days!
BBQ Party Meatballs
These BBQ Party Meatballs are tasty appetizers for any party or holiday. Juicy baked meatballs tossed in a sweet and spicy BBQ sauce that are just the right size for popping in your mouth.
Fried Ravioli Recipe
Fried ravioli is a perfect appetizer. It’s crispy and crunchy on the outside, soft and gooey on the inside, and tastes amazing when dipped in marinara sauce.
Beef Taquitos (Air Fryer, Oven or Pan Fry)
These addicting Beef Taquitos can be made in an air fryer, the oven or pan fried. Crispy tortilla shells stuffed with a cheesy, ground beef filling!
Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wings
With a few cooking tips, these baked chicken wings taste just as crispy as if they were deep fried!
Dry Rub BBQ Chicken Wings
These crispy, oven baked chicken wings are so addicting, even without sauce! But feel free to add sauce if you like, or serve it on the side for dipping!
Asian Chicken Wings
These sticky Asian Chicken Wings have the most addicting glaze and are super easy to make! A great recipe for appetizers, dinner and large crowds!
Bacon Wrapped Smokies
Bacon Wrapped Smokies are a quick and easy appetizer that everyone loves! Perfect for game days, parties and holidays!
BEST Little Smokies Recipe
These crock pot hot dogs are a classic appetizer recipe! Once you start eating these Little Smokies you won’t be able to stop!
Feta Bruschetta Recipe
This Whipped Feta Bruschetta Recipe is a delicious addition to your appetizer platter! Spread this creamy, whipped feta on toasted crostini topped with tangy and sweet tomatoes.
Sausage Bread
Our Sausage Bread Recipe is packed full of sausage and cheese. Slice and serve for appetizers or for a fun dinner night instead of pizza.
Ultimate Chicken Quesadillas
Our Ultimate Chicken Quesadillas have a perfect ratio of chicken, creamy beans and gooey cheese. The only quesadilla recipe you’ll ever need!
Tequila Shrimp Quesadillas
Tequila Shrimp Quesadillas are the most epic party food! Tequila and lime marinated shrimp tucked between two layers of gooey cheese!
