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Save time and stress less with these simple make-ahead crockpot appetizers that are perfect for parties and feeding a crowd!

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Save Time with Slow Cooker Appetizers!

If you’re anything like us, you’re scrambling around trying to get ALL the party preparations ready the day of. What if we told you we had something that could make it easier? The secret to a stress-free party is a slow cooker that does all the work for you, making these the easiest appetizers yet! These 20 make-ahead crockpot appetizers stay warm throughout your event and free up time for other party preparations. Plus, all of these appetizers taste great!

Whether you are making Slow Cooker Artichoke Dip or Beanie Weenies, the crock pot will make prepping, cooking, and serving a breeze.

PRO TIP: Pin or bookmark this list so you’re ready with easy, crowd-pleasing crockpot appetizers for every party or game day!

Top Most Loved Crockpot Appetizers

Our most popular crockpot recipes are perfect for parties and guaranteed to be a hit with your guests.

1 Crock Pot Bean Dip Recipe

Crock Pot Bean Dip Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
This cheesy and delicious crock pot bean dip is made with hardly any effort! SO easy, convenient, and perfect for holiday parties! Grab those chips and get dippin'.
5 from 41 votes
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2 Slow Cooker Artichoke Dip Recipe

Slow Cooker Artichoke Dip Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
This slow cooker artichoke dip offers your favorite cheesy, savory goodness with ultimate, time-saving convenience!
5 from 27 votes
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3 Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Cheesy, spicy crockpot buffalo chicken dip is a flavorful party dip that can be easily made in the slow cooker!
4.92 from 12 votes
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4 Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip

Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
With creamy cheese, shredded spinach, and artichokes this easy crockpot spinach artichoke dip is ultimate dip.
5 from 147 votes
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5 Crock Pot Grape Jelly Meatballs

Crock Pot Grape Jelly Meatballs
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Just three ingredients to make our sweet and savory crock pot grape jelly meatballs – minutes to prep for the perfect dinner or appetizer!
5 from 132 votes
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6 Crockpot Meatballs

Crockpot Meatballs
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
Our favorite sweet and savory crockpot meatballs are prepped in only 5 minutes for the perfect no-fuss party appetizer!
5 from 215 votes
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7 Asian Meatballs

Asian Meatballs
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Crockpot Asian meatballs take minutes to prep, are perfect for parties and have that savory Asian flavor we all know and love.
5 from 21 votes
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8 Crockpot BBQ Meatballs

Crockpot BBQ Meatballs
Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
Our sweet & savory crockpot bbq meatballs recipe are a hit at every party and only require 5 minutes of prep.
5 from 10 votes
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More Recipes that Can be Made in the Crock Pot

See below for more easy and delicious appetizer ideas that can be made in the slow cooker.

9 Pineapple Meatballs Recipe

Pineapple Meatballs Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes
Sweet and savory Pineapple Meatballs are a perfectly easy appetizer for parties and get-togethers or a delicious side dish for dinner.
5 from 21 votes
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10 Beanie Weenies

Beanie Weenies
Total Time: 50 minutes
With only 5 minutes of prep and 3 ingredients, these brown sugar beanie weenies are by far one of the easiest appetizers!
5 from 18 votes
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11 Sausage Cream Cheese Dip

Sausage Cream Cheese Dip
Total Time: 10 minutes
Simple sausage cream cheese dip is extra cheesy – with only 4 ingredients, just mix and heat for a tasty dip in minutes!
4.95 from 19 votes
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12 Chicken Enchilada Dip Recipe

Chicken Enchilada Dip Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes
If you love all the flavors of green chili enchiladas, you’ll love this cheesy dip! Ingredients include cream cheese, sour cream, chicken, green chilis, enchilada sauce, and seasonings!
5 from 10 votes
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13 Bean Dip Recipe

Bean Dip Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Our favorite bean dip recipe is ready to enjoy in only 30 minutes. Enjoy it with chips, tacos, or any Mexican dish!
5 from 380 votes
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14 Tamale Dip Recipe

Tamale Dip Recipe
Total Time: 50 minutes
Tamale Pie Dip – this cheesy dip is going to be a new favorite at any gathering! Filled with shredded chicken, creamed corn, cream cheese, Mexican cheese, and sour cream!
5 from 12 votes
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15 Crack Chicken Dip

Crack Chicken Dip
Total Time: 25 minutes
Bacon, Ranch seasoning, and cheese create a flavor trifecta in this irresistible crack chicken dip – hot and cheesy and prepped in 5 minutes!
5 from 14 votes
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16 Chili Cheese Dip Recipe

Chili Cheese Dip Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
Make the BEST chili cheese dip recipe in only 10 minutes and with a handful of ingredients. It's the perfect appetizer for any party.
5 from 14 votes
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17 Hamburger Dip

Hamburger Dip
Total Time: 18 minutes
This savory hamburger dip is always a hit at parties. It's cheesy, hearty, and made with only 4 ingredients!
5 from 53 votes
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18 Hot Corn Dip

Hot Corn Dip
Total Time: 30 minutes
Perfectly spiced hot corn dip is deliciously chunky and perfect for dipping. Serve it as an appetizer or side!
5 from 17 votes
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19 Mexican Bean Dip

Mexican Bean Dip
Total Time: 30 minutes
Hot Mexican bean dip is a quick and easy appetizer or side dish that packs a flavorful punch and is ready in only 30 minutes!
5 from 7 votes
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20 Velveeta Spinach Dip Recipe

Velveeta Spinach Dip Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
Cheesy Velveeta Spinach Dip is a simple 5 ingredient dip that everyone will love! It's quick, easy, and SO tasty!
4.92 from 25 votes
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20 Make-Ahead Crockpot Appetizers

By: Kristyn Merkley
Save time and stress less with these simple make-ahead crockpot appetizers that are perfect for parties and feeding a crowd!
Servings: 6
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 3 hours 5 minutes
Total: 3 hours 10 minutes

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Ingredients 

  • 16 ounces Grape Jelly
  • 12 ounces Chili Sauce
  • 32 ounces frozen meatballs
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, optional

Instructions 

  • Add grape jelly, chili sauce, and cayenne pepper to a saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook for about 5 minutes making sure the mixture is well combined.
    To save time skip this step and add these directly on top of the meatballs in the slow cooker for a more speedy process.
  • Place meatballs in a slow cooker and top with grape jelly mixture (for less mess use a crock pot liner).
  • Cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freezer for up to 4 months. 

Nutrition

Serving: 6g, Calories: 660kcal, Carbohydrates: 63g, Protein: 27g, Fat: 32g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 14g, Cholesterol: 109mg, Sodium: 869mg, Potassium: 702mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 44g, Vitamin A: 403IU, Vitamin C: 17mg, Calcium: 48mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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2 Comments

  1. Sue says:

    5 stars
    If you don’t know here to start on this list I can recommend the Buffalo chicken dip or the artichoke dip.

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  2. Olivia says:

    5 stars
    I basically love anything that goes in the crockpot. It’s my favorite appliance! These are the best recipes that you can find. All so good!

    Reply