Appetizers for a Party

Discover the best appetizers for a party with this collection of make-ahead, easy, and cheap ideas. Perfect for any gathering, these finger foods include gluten-free, healthy, and vegan options. Whether you need cold or hot appetizers for a football party, Mexican or Italian dishes, or fast and simple recipes, find great party starters to impress your guests. Make your next event a hit with these delicious and versatile appetizer ideas.
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Mini Sausage Rolls
Mini sausage rolls are a British classic and a party essential! This homemade version features a substantial meaty center encased in golden, flaky pastry, outdoing any shop-bought variety. Made with store-bought puff pastry, pork sausage mince, chorizo, and fresh parsley, they’re perfect for Game Day, New Year's Eve, or Christmas parties.
Sausage Plait with Bacon and Apple
Make any occasion special with this easy sausage plait recipe, featuring bacon and caramelized onions. Perfect for Christmas, a picnic, or a meal on its own, this dish is not your ordinary boring plaited sausage roll. Follow the step-by-step guide to create a meal that's sure to become a favorite.
Pigs in blankets
Discover the best Pigs in Blankets recipe for your Christmas side. This posh version of the British classic features a honey and whisky glaze, making it perfect for any time of the year like your weekly Sunday roast. So easy to make by just following our easy step-by-step guide. Bonus point: you can prep most of it ahead of time. Treat your family to these fancy pigs in blankets. It's ever the crowd pleaser!
How to make Butter Rosettes
Discover how to make Butter Rosettes that add a touch of class to any meal. Our step-by-step guide shows you how to create these fancy little pieces of butter, perfect for individual portions. Display on the side of a plate, in a small bowl, or on the blade of a butter knife. Great for freezing in advance.
Parmentier Potatoes
Enjoy the perfect potato side with this Parmentier Potatoes recipe. These French potato cubes are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, making them a great alternative to larger roast potatoes. They cook quickly and are easy to customize with your favorite herbs and spices. Perfect for any main meal and always a huge crowd-pleaser. Leftovers are unlikely with this tasty dish!
Easy Beetroot Hummus
Try this quick and easy Beetroot Hummus recipe! Ready in just 5 minutes, it includes cooked beetroot, chickpeas, tahini, and simple flavorings. This homemade hummus is delicious on toast, in a sandwich, with salad, canapes, crostini, or in a wrap. The stunning bright pink color adds a pop of color to your meals!
Christmas Charcuterie Wreath Board
Celebrate the season with a Christmas Charcuterie Wreath Board! This easy, festive idea is perfect for holiday parties of any size. Adjust the ingredients to suit your number of servings and choose your favorite crackers, meats, cheeses, and fruits. Create a beautiful and tasty wreath that will impress your guests.
Easy Chicken Sausage Rolls
These easy chicken sausage rolls, made with shop-bought flaky pastry, are quick and simple to prepare. Perfect for party appetisers, picnic snacks, lunch box treats, or as part of a main meal. Can be served with a delicious dip like honey mustard, ketchup, creamy garlic sauce, etc. Equally good hot from the oven, fridge-cold, or at room temperature.
Classic American Club Sandwich
Experience the classic New York Club sandwich, a visually appealing and delicious American staple. This recipe blends chicken and bacon for a heavenly combination, though ham or turkey work just as well. Follow our step-by-step guide to easily create this sophisticated sandwich. Serve them with chips, pasta salad, or a fresh green salad. Homemade posh sandwiches at their best!
Indian Onion Chutney
Remember the tangy, Indian onion chutney you love with poppadoms at British Indian restaurants? Now you can make it effortlessly at home and it's ready in minutes! This easy onion chutney, also known as red onion chutney, cold onion chutney, raw onion chutney, spiced onions, or Indian onion relish, features a vibrant reddish, pinkish hue and a sharp, spicy kick from a zesty ketchup blend and diced red onions.
Indian Mint Sauce
Introducing a quick and easy homemade Indian Mint Sauce recipe! This authentic mint chutney combines coriander (cilantro), mint, aromatic spices, lemon juice, and thick plain yoghurt. It's a refreshing and cooling sauce frequently served in British Indian restaurants, perfect for balancing the heat of spicy dishes.
Indian Mango Chutney
Make our easy Indian Mango Chutney recipe at home for a delicious blend of sweet and spicy flavours. Made with fresh mangoes and aromatic spices, it’s perfect with curries and appetisers. Indian food enthusiasts will love it, and it pairs beautifully with chicken, salmon, and other fish dishes. When stored and sealed correctly, it can keep for up to a year. So much better than shop-bought chutney!
How to make Poppadoms
Learn how to make poppadoms at home with our comprehensive guide. We cover three different methods, pointing out the easiest and most effective way to achieve the best poppadoms. Homemade poppadoms are often larger, puffier, and fresher than the supermarket versions. Serve them with homemade Indian dips such as mint sauce, cold onion chutney, or spicy mango chutney.
Healthy Tuna Pâté
This healthy, easy tuna pâté recipe is flavourful, well-balanced, and made without cream cheese. Canned tuna pairs perfectly with smooth crème fraiche, fresh herbs, and tangy lemon juice for a zesty, bright flavour. Enjoy with celery sticks, carrot sticks, or spread on rye bread, toast, or in a sandwich for a healthy, filling lunch. Great for canapés or as a dip with appetizers.