Thanksgiving appetizers everyone loves, from easy dips and cheese boards to bacon-wrapped bites and make-ahead meatballs for grazing before the big meal.
Nibble Before the Feast!
Let’s kick things off with Thanksgiving appetizers that keep everyone happy while the turkey finishes!
I pulled together our favorite dips and spreads , bite-size handhelds, and grazing boards—plus a few make-ahead wins like Crockpot Meatballs and Slow Cooker Artichoke Dip . You’ll find a balance of warm and cool, light and hearty, so there’s something for every snacker from the kids to the foodies. I kept the Top 10 together for quick picks and grouped the rest so you can skim fast, build a board, or set out a simple spread without stealing oven space.
Ready to plan the pre-dinner nibble hour? Scroll through the favorites below and save your must-makes for the big day!
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Table of Contents Top 10 Most Loved Thanksgiving Appetizers
We always reach for these recipes when we need easy and filling appetizers to keep hungry guests out of the kitchen on turkey day!
1 Turkey Veggie Tray
Turkey Veggie Tray
Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
This adorable turkey veggie tray is so simple even the kids can help! It's a perfect centerpiece for your Thanksgiving spread.
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2 Spinach Puffs Recipe
Spinach Puffs Recipe
Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
Buttery spinach puffs are cheesy and savory with pops of bacon. As you can imagine, they are a hit at parties!
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3 Deviled Eggs Recipe
Deviled Eggs Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
Deviled Eggs are creamy, tangy, and no fail, made with mayo, mustard, and paprika for a quick party appetizer everyone loves.
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4 Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe
Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
Sweet and tart cranberry brie bites are perfect for holiday entertaining. They are simple to make and prep in minutes.
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5 Spinach Artichoke Dip
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
Our easy spinach artichoke dip is extra delicious, cheesy and prepped in minutes – making it the ultimate party dip!
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6 Bacon Wrapped Smokies Recipes
Bacon Wrapped Smokies Recipes
Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
Just 3 ingredients to make candied bacon wrapped smokies. They are the ultimate appetizer and always the first to disappear!
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7 Dill Veggie Dip Recipe
Dill Veggie Dip Recipe
Total Time: 7 minutes minutes
Our go-to fresh and creamy dill veggie dip recipe is ready in only 7 minutes, – quick, simple, and perfect for parties and all your snacking needs!
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8 Burrata Board Recipe
Burrata Board Recipe
Total Time: 26 minutes minutes
This simple burrata board is a stunning and sophisticated appetizer. It's easy to assemble, and perfect for any occasion!
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9 Baked Brie in Puff Pastry
Baked Brie in Puff Pastry
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Buttery & flaky baked brie puff pastry is cheesy with a pop of bright apricot jam. It is fancy and delicious!
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10 How to Make a Charcuterie Board
How to Make a Charcuterie Board
Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
We all love to graze during parties. Learn how to make a charcuterie board and fill it with all of your favorites!
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Dips + Spreads Everyone Loves
Hot, cold, cheesy, and creamy dips that everyone loves! Set these out with crackers, crostini, and veggies.
11 Slow Cooker Artichoke Dip Recipe
Slow Cooker Artichoke Dip Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
This slow cooker artichoke dip offers your favorite cheesy, savory goodness with ultimate, time-saving convenience!
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12 Knorr Spinach Dip Recipe
Knorr Spinach Dip Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
Knorr Spinach Dip is a creamy classic made with sour cream, mayo, veggie mix, and spinach, chilled until flavorful and perfect for parties.
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13 Cream Cheese Green Chili Dip Recipe
Cream Cheese Green Chili Dip Recipe
Total Time: 1 minute minute
Cream Cheese Green Chili Dip is one of our favorite appetizers. It is is delicious and takes just 1 minute to make!!
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14 Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
Total Time: 1 day day 35 minutes minutes
Zesty cranberry cream cheese dip has the perfect zing-to-cream ratio and is sure to be a favorite seasonal appetizer!
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15 Cranberry Salsa Recipe
Cranberry Salsa Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
Tangy Cranberry Salsa has just the right amount of zip. It's a gorgeous snack or appetizer for any gathering, but especially for the holidays!
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16 Easy Fruit Dip
Easy Fruit Dip
Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
Our top-requested fruit dip is a 5-ingredient fresh and creamy dream that whips up in minutes and disappears just as fast!
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17 Nutella Dip Recipe
Nutella Dip Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Filled with hazelnut goodness and a helping of tangy cream cheese & whipped cream, this Nutella fruit dip is heavenly!
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18 Apple Brickle Dip Recipe
Apple Brickle Dip Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
This 5-Ingredient Apple Brickle Dip recipe takes minutes to make and is so delicious! Plus, it uses common ingredients. The addition of Heath Toffee Bits makes it even better!
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19 Pumpkin Pie Dip Recipe
Pumpkin Pie Dip Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Delicious and creamy Pumpkin Gingersnap Dip recipe. A rich and smooth dip for cookies! Ingredients include cream cheese, solid-pack pumpkin, cinnamon, and marshmallow fluff.
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Make-Ahead + Slow Cooker Favorites
Minimal day-of effort apps that you can keep warm in the slow cooker or keep cold in the fridge while you mingle.
20 Grape Jelly Meatball Recipe
Grape Jelly Meatball Recipe
Total Time: 3 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
Just three ingredients to make our sweet and savory crock pot grape jelly meatballs and just minutes to prep for the perfect dinner or appetizer!
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21 Crock Pot Meatballs Recipe
Crock Pot Meatballs Recipe
Total Time: 4 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
Our favorite sweet and savory crockpot meatballs are prepped in only 5 minutes for the perfect no-fuss party appetizer!
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22 Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball
Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball
Total Time: 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes
This savory bacon ranch cheese ball is party-perfect. It's prepped in 10 minutes and feeds a dozen people or more!!
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23 Cheese Ball Bites Recipe
Cheese Ball Bites Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
Mini Cheese Ball Bites taste just like a loaded cheese ball, but mini! They are perfect grab and go appetizers.
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24 Pull Apart Bread Recipe
Pull Apart Bread Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Pull Apart Bread is a favorite appetizer and perfect for sharing. There is cheesy, delicious goodness in every bite!
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Fancy-But-Easy Bites
Holiday-pretty, shockingly simple and great for grazing boards.
25 Brie Phyllo Tarts Recipe
Brie Phyllo Tarts Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
Show-stopper Brie Phyllo Tarts are simply elegant and absolutely delicious. They are ready to enjoy in only 15 minutes!!
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26 Brie and Pear Tarts Recipe
Brie and Pear Tarts Recipe
Total Time: 18 minutes minutes
Decadent Brie and Pear Tarts are elegant, delicious, and ready in under 20 minutes! Dazzle your guests with these refined hor d'oeuvres.
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27 Spinach Artichoke Bites
Spinach Artichoke Bites
Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
Spinach artichoke bites are encased in a flaky crescent cup for a favorite finger food appetizer, ready in 20 minutes and always a hit!
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28 Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites Recipe
Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites Recipe
Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
Tender Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites are packed with sweet and savory flavor with just a hint of spice!
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29 Bacon Wrapped Dates Recipe
Bacon Wrapped Dates Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Sweet and savory bacon wrapped dates make a tasty appetizer. The contrasting flavors combine for the perfect bite!
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30 Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Recipe
Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are a savory bite of homey goodness. This perfect appetizer only needs 4 ingredients and is ready in 30 minutes!
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31 Pumpkin Pie Cheese and Crackers
Pumpkin Pie Cheese and Crackers
Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
A festive variation of classic cheese and crackers, pumpkin pie crackers are cute, tasty, and ready in only 15 minutes!
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32 Bacon Crackers
Bacon Crackers
Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
These cheesy bacon crackers are beyond simple – just 4 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep for a fan-favorite appetizer!
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33 Pepperoni Rose Skewers
Pepperoni Rose Skewers
Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
Create beautiful {and delicious} pepperoni rose skewers with only 3 ingredients and a few simple steps – a picture-perfect appetizer!
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Fresh + Crisp Starters
Brighten the table with crunchy, make-ahead friendly picks.
34 Veggie Cups Appetizer
Veggie Cups Appetizer
Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
Quick and Easy Veggie Cup Appetizers – filled with dressing and veggies, this mess-free snack is great for so many occasions.
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35 Veggie Tray
Veggie Tray
Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
Filled with your favorite fresh ingredients and dips, a veggie tray is a quick and healthy way to feed family and friends!
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36 Easy Bruschetta Recipe
Easy Bruschetta Recipe
Total Time: 14 minutes minutes
This easy bruschetta recipe is quick and simple. With just 5 ingredients, it's the perfect appetizer for any occasion.
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37 Caprese Kabobs Recipe
Caprese Kabobs Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
Simple, quick and delicious Caprese Kabobs take minutes to throw together and are perfect for any party or get together.
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38 Fruit Kabobs
Fruit Kabobs
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Our quick and colorful fruit kabobs are easy to customize, creating a healthy and delicious appetizer or side – perfect for every occasion!
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39 Cheese and Crackers
Cheese and Crackers
Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
This classic cheese and crackers board is a favorite for sharing, and perfectly customizable for any occasion!
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So many options to choose from.
No matter what, we always like to have a few appetizers out for grazing on while guests arrive, and we hope this list has helped you narrow down which ones you’ll make.
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Hopefully you make a few for your dinner this year!
I love the variety of appetizers! They would all make great appetizers for Thanksgiving. The cream cheese green chile dip and crockpot artichoke dip are two of my family’s favorites!
That veggie turkey though! So many yummy appetizers. I chose several simple ones that I cannot wait to make!
Having a charcuterie board out for people to snack on while the Turkey Dinner Is being prepped is such a good idea! And this one looks so yummy. I love this collection of other appetizers as well. I’ve tried a few of the recipes in this collection and they’re all delicious!
My favorite appetizer by far in this collection is the Turkey Veggie Tray. I make it every year and it’s a hit with both the adults and kids!