Appetizer and Snack Recipes & Ideas

More than a decade after experiencing my first pupusa, I can still remember my wide-eyed joy as I bit into the thick, stuffed tortilla. Why had I never eaten one before, and how soon could I have another? As I learned, the best part about El Salvador’s national dish isn’t just the warm, savory masa filled with melty cheese (or meat or beans), but its brilliant accompaniment called curtido.

Light, totally dreamy, and pleasantly sweet!

It’s the most refreshing way to beat the heat.

They taste just like the quintessential summer cocktail.

The recipe comes from my favorite Great British Bake Off alum.

When I’m not taking out high-interest personal loans to finance my crippling NYC restaurant addiction (read: most of the time) I’m a pretty no-frills home cook. I like simple, one-pot meals that leave me with minimal dishes and maximal flavor. One easy weeknight meal I find myself constantly turning toward is goosed-up instant ramen.

All you need is crescent roll dough and breakfast sausages.

Your food processor is key.

Discover old-school classics like Johnny Marzetti, porcupine meatballs, and coronation coleslaw.

They'll be the first thing to go.

Pizza-fied French toasts, in bite-sized form? Count me in!

Think outside the bowl.

Including a meat subscription, French cheese, cool jam, and more!

When in doubt, deviled eggs are always a good place to start.

This is my go-to potluck dish.

Full of intense brownie-esque flavor.

Like a really good slice of carrot cake in cookie form.

It's all crunchy corners.

The combination options are endless!

Homemade pizza rolls on-the-ready whenever you’re ready!

And it’s the easiest treat to make for St. Patrick’s Day.

Chewy sugar cookies with crunchy potato chips are an irresistible sweet-savory combination.

It’s a party on your plate.

The perfect cookie to make for Purim.

No tortilla press required.

Ready to pack into little pink boxes — or directly into your mouth.

The cinnamon-walnut streusel is a game-changer.

With crispy golden edges and a gooey center.

(And they barely require any oil.)

They’re only $1.25!

I’ve had other furikake Chex mixes before, but this version is my favorite.

How to make the Southern snack no matter where you live.

These crab cakes deliver the tender texture you want with traditional cakes, but the seasonings are what take it to the next level.

Use it in salads, salsas, cheesecake, cocktails, and more!

Including chips, puffs, and twists!

Once you try this method, you'll never go back.

The bird's eye chili cheese dip is out of this world.

Toasted benne seeds (aka sesame seeds) make these cookies extra special.

This buttery pecan cake delivers that classic Southern flavor.

And they're gluten-free!

This crispy, cheesy snack gives game-day nachos a run for their money.

The recipe comes straight from my favorite local restaurant.

If your family loves chicken tenders, you won't be able to resist chicken tempura.

Brace yourself for the epic cheese pull.

It's the most epic party platter.

These bites will get you through the 3 p.m. slump.

A spicy, soothing beverage that's best enjoyed with a squeeze of lemon juice and a drizzle of honey — and your feet up on the couch.

They're all but guaranteed to be gobbled up in minutes.

You just need two ingredients.

Two childhood favorites married into one? Count me in!

Made with real cheddar cheese.

It's also perfect for veggies and fruit.

They're meaty, crispy, spicy, and saucy.

These festive bites take less than no time to make and are sure to garner plenty of praise.

It's similar to eggnog and tastes delicious hot or cold.

It's the perfect recipe for little helpers.

"With the dish’s ease and fabulous taste, I would absolutely make this again — even after the holidays are over."

They remind me of one of my favorite family traditions.

It tastes like a buttery almond croissant!

In this recipe, cornstarch makes all the difference.