40 Best Finger Food Ideas to Get the Party Started
Tasty bite-size appetizers to feed a crowd!
Who needs utensils? If you ask us, the best foods can be eaten with your hands. Think about it: Pizza! Sliders! Party dips! If you're looking for some delicious finger foods for your next party or potluck, you're in the right place. These easy appetizers and snacks are perfect for game day snacking, parties, or just a weeknight when you want to do something fun. That's why we've rounded up the best finger foods that adults and kids alike are sure to enjoy.
Several of these finger foods can be prepped ahead of time, making it easy for you to mingle with guests while the party gets started. Many of them are also vegan-friendly bites or vegetarian recipes (or can be modified to be) if you're serving guests who have dietary restrictions. Some can even be made in the air fryer, slow cooker, or Instant Pot so your oven and stove are free for the main course.
Plus, if you want to add more food to accompany your small bites, round out the menu with family-style mains, favorite cocktails and chocolaty desserts that the whole crew is sure to love. With these recipes in your pocket, you're sure to have a great tailgate, Christmas party or any other get-together.
Manchego Devils on Horseback
These elegant bites, featuring sweet dates and salty Manchego, are the ideal appetizer for your New Year's Eve spread.
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Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Toss storebought meatballs in a delectable fruity sauce. Can you say easiest-ever finger food?
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Picnic Sandwich Pinwheels
These party-ready bites, stacked with tasty cold cuts, cheese and a zesty mustard sauce, are perfect for a crowd.
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Air Fryer Chicken Strips
Your Super Bowl spread deserves to feature these crispy kid-friendly chicken strips.
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Parmesan-Chive Chips
Upgrade a store-bought party staple with a sprinkle of parmesan and fresh chives.
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Applesauce Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Pile slow-simmered pulled pork and a flavorful slaw atop soft rolls for easy handheld sliders the whole crew will enjoy.
Injera
If you've ever tried Ethiopian food, you know it is typically eaten with your hands. Injera is a delicious Ethiopian flatbread used to scoop up meat, vegetables, stews and more.
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Loaded Ranch Potato Skins
These handheld potato bites filled with bacon and melty cheddar are sure to disappear as soon as you set them down at the table.
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Ranch Croquettes
Use the inside of the potatoes from the loaded ranch potato skins to make these delicious potatoey croquettes with cheddar cheese and ranch seasoning.
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Spicy Soppressata Pizza
Make it a pizza party with this spicy, savory pizza. Drizzle a bit of honey on top for that extra special touch.
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Zucchini Fritters
Shredded zucchini, ricotta, and parmesan come together in this delicious and simple recipe that's perfect topped with a bit of flaky salt.
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Butter Chicken Meatballs
Pop some toothpicks into these gorgeous Indian-inspired meatballs for an easy finger food everyone will love.
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Pepper and Onion Pizza
Pizza is the ultimate finger food. Serve up some slices of this satisfying pie topped with peppers, jalapeños, onions and cheddar cheese.
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Beef Empanadas
These flakey savory pastries filled with ground beef, spices and briny olives are sure to disappear quickly at any party.
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Cheesy Garlic Bread
Is there anything better than garlic bread? This one is made with focaccia and topped with a butter infused with lemon zest and Dijon mustard.
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Delicata Squash Pizza
This unique white pizza brings together roasted delicata squash, provolone, blue cheese, onion and other yummy ingredients.
Get the Delicata Squash Pizza recipe.
Marinated Feta
Take savory feta cubes to the next level by serving them with warmed oil and aromatics. In addition to serving it as a finger food, you can also jar it to give as a homemade food gift.
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Roasted Artichokes
These crispy snacks take just 10 minutes and a few ingredients, perfect if you need a last-minute finger food.
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Parmesan Seeded Crackers
Forget the store-bought crackers. These ones, made with flaky pie dough and topped with parmesan and toasted sesame seeds are way better than anything boxed.
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Buffalo Chicken Wraps
This recipe makes four full-size servings, but you can easily slice these up into smaller wraps for a finger food that can serve a whole crowd.
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