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Whip up some kid-friendly appetizers that are sure to please everyone—perfect for when no one can agree on what to eat for dinner. Each dish serves at least four, so you can ensure your crew has all the nutritional aspects covered with chicken wings, loaded veggies or air-fryer snacks. Recipes like our Loaded Smashed Brussels Sprouts and Zucchini Pizza Bites are so tasty that you’ll savor every bite.Whether you call them appetizers for adults or finger foods for kids, these top-rated recipes are sure to make it into your regular rotation. And for most recipes, you don’t have to worry if they call for a hot pepper (and you can always leave it out if you wish). If there is a spicy or hot dip, you can offer something as simple as ketchup or sweet mango sauce as an alternative so everyone can dig in. These recipes come with options to satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
Whip up some kid-friendly appetizers that are sure to please everyone—perfect for when no one can agree on what to eat for dinner. Each dish serves at least four, so you can ensure your crew has all the nutritional aspects covered with chicken wings, loaded veggies or air-fryer snacks. Recipes like our Loaded Smashed Brussels Sprouts and Zucchini Pizza Bites are so tasty that you’ll savor every bite.
Whether you call them appetizers for adults or finger foods for kids, these top-rated recipes are sure to make it into your regular rotation. And for most recipes, you don’t have to worry if they call for a hot pepper (and you can always leave it out if you wish). If there is a spicy or hot dip, you can offer something as simple as ketchup or sweet mango sauce as an alternative so everyone can dig in. These recipes come with options to satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
01of 20Loaded Smashed Brussels SproutsView RecipeGreg DupreeThe sprouts in this loaded smashed Brussels sprouts recipe are cooked to crisp-tender, then crushed and baked in the oven and smothered in melted Cheddar cheese, bacon and a dollop of sour cream. Serve them as a fun side dish or a party appetizer.
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Loaded Smashed Brussels Sprouts
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Greg Dupree
The sprouts in this loaded smashed Brussels sprouts recipe are cooked to crisp-tender, then crushed and baked in the oven and smothered in melted Cheddar cheese, bacon and a dollop of sour cream. Serve them as a fun side dish or a party appetizer.
02of 20Baked Broccoli-Cheddar Quinoa BitesView RecipePhotography / Fred Hardy, Styling / Jennifer Wendorf / Kay ClarkeThese savory muffin-like quinoa bites are low in carbs and a good source of protein—plus we love their cheesy flavor.
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Baked Broccoli-Cheddar Quinoa Bites
Photography / Fred Hardy, Styling / Jennifer Wendorf / Kay Clarke
These savory muffin-like quinoa bites are low in carbs and a good source of protein—plus we love their cheesy flavor.
03of 20Zucchini Pizza BitesView RecipeThink of these zucchini pizza bites as a fun gluten-free alternative to bagel bites. Be sure not to overcook the zucchini or the bites may become soggy. We like the classic pepperoni topping, but feel free to experiment with your own favorites.
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Zucchini Pizza Bites
Think of these zucchini pizza bites as a fun gluten-free alternative to bagel bites. Be sure not to overcook the zucchini or the bites may become soggy. We like the classic pepperoni topping, but feel free to experiment with your own favorites.
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Loaded Sweet Potato Nacho Fries
05of 20Air-Fryer Jalapeño PoppersView RecipeThe perfect football-party food, classic jalapeño poppers get a crispy upgrade in an air fryer. Cream cheese tempers the just-right hint of heat from the pepper and Buffalo sauce. To save time, you can stuff the peppers ahead of the party and fry them just before serving.
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Air-Fryer Jalapeño Poppers
The perfect football-party food, classic jalapeño poppers get a crispy upgrade in an air fryer. Cream cheese tempers the just-right hint of heat from the pepper and Buffalo sauce. To save time, you can stuff the peppers ahead of the party and fry them just before serving.
06of 20Loaded Zucchini BitesView RecipeBrie PassanoThese low-carb zucchini bites have all the toppings of a loaded baked potato, without the potato! Melted cheese, bacon, chives and a dollop of sour cream make these bites perfect for game day or anytime you’re craving comfort food.
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Loaded Zucchini Bites
Brie Passano
These low-carb zucchini bites have all the toppings of a loaded baked potato, without the potato! Melted cheese, bacon, chives and a dollop of sour cream make these bites perfect for game day or anytime you’re craving comfort food.
07of 20Cheesy Zucchini TotsView RecipeCasey BarberNot one, not two, but three cheeses make these low-carb cheesy zucchini tots live up to their name. Bake them in the oven or fry them in your air fryer for a crisp exterior and a gooey, melted center. Don’t use pre-shredded cheese here; shred it fresh for the best and creamiest results. Serve with ketchup, marinara, ranch or your favorite dipping sauce.
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Cheesy Zucchini Tots
Casey Barber
Not one, not two, but three cheeses make these low-carb cheesy zucchini tots live up to their name. Bake them in the oven or fry them in your air fryer for a crisp exterior and a gooey, melted center. Don’t use pre-shredded cheese here; shred it fresh for the best and creamiest results. Serve with ketchup, marinara, ranch or your favorite dipping sauce.
08of 20Baked Buffalo Chicken WingsView RecipeJennifer CauseyThese are the best baked chicken wings around. Cooking the wings in the oven, not the fryer, reduces fat and calories. Just like the original Buffalo wings, these baked Buffalo wings are coated in a tangy, spicy sauce and served with carrots, celery and your favorite creamy dipping sauce.
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Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings
Jennifer Causey
These are the best baked chicken wings around. Cooking the wings in the oven, not the fryer, reduces fat and calories. Just like the original Buffalo wings, these baked Buffalo wings are coated in a tangy, spicy sauce and served with carrots, celery and your favorite creamy dipping sauce.
09of 20Chicken Parmesan DipView RecipeNo breading and frying here! Layer on the cheese and tomatoes using leftover chicken (or turkey) in this healthy dip recipe. Pair with soft Italian bread and a salad for an easy dinner or serve it as an appetizer for your next party.
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Chicken Parmesan Dip
No breading and frying here! Layer on the cheese and tomatoes using leftover chicken (or turkey) in this healthy dip recipe. Pair with soft Italian bread and a salad for an easy dinner or serve it as an appetizer for your next party.
10of 20Sriracha-Buffalo Cauliflower BitesView RecipeThis recipe for spicy Buffalo cauliflower bites is a great vegetarian alternative to Buffalo wings. Roasted cauliflower stands in for chicken and provides more fiber and fewer calories. Serve this easy appetizer with carrot sticks, celery and your favorite ranch or blue cheese dressing.
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Sriracha-Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
This recipe for spicy Buffalo cauliflower bites is a great vegetarian alternative to Buffalo wings. Roasted cauliflower stands in for chicken and provides more fiber and fewer calories. Serve this easy appetizer with carrot sticks, celery and your favorite ranch or blue cheese dressing.
11of 20Loaded Black Bean DipView RecipeThis is a seven-layer black bean dip simplified. Just heat and season refried beans, then top with fresh vegetables for a texturally exciting dip.
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Loaded Black Bean Dip
This is a seven-layer black bean dip simplified. Just heat and season refried beans, then top with fresh vegetables for a texturally exciting dip.
12of 20Cauliflower Chicken NachosView RecipeSwapping in tender-crisp cauliflower slices for chips in these cauliflower nachos ups your veggie servings for the day.
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Cauliflower Chicken Nachos
Swapping in tender-crisp cauliflower slices for chips in these cauliflower nachos ups your veggie servings for the day.
13of 20Crispy Eggplant Parmesan FriesView RecipeThe cheesy flavor and crispy crust on these eggplant “fries” is just like fried eggplant Parmesan, but with a fraction of the oil. They’re the perfect appetizer for Italian night! Dip these crispy fries into a big hot bowl of your favorite marinara.
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Crispy Eggplant Parmesan Fries
The cheesy flavor and crispy crust on these eggplant “fries” is just like fried eggplant Parmesan, but with a fraction of the oil. They’re the perfect appetizer for Italian night! Dip these crispy fries into a big hot bowl of your favorite marinara.
14of 20Slow-Cooker Chicken Parmesan MeatballsView RecipeTurn classic chicken Parm into meatballs with this easy load-and-go appetizer recipe with a cheesy surprise inside. Making meatballs for a party? Switch your crock pot to warm for serving all party long.
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Slow-Cooker Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
Turn classic chicken Parm into meatballs with this easy load-and-go appetizer recipe with a cheesy surprise inside. Making meatballs for a party? Switch your crock pot to warm for serving all party long.
15of 20Air-Fryer Zucchini ChipsView RecipeThese crispy air-fryer zucchini chips are delicious paired with the creamy dill dipping sauce—or any sauce you have on hand. And the best part? The air fryer delivers a crispy crunch without having to pile on the oil like traditional fryers do.
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Air-Fryer Zucchini Chips
These crispy air-fryer zucchini chips are delicious paired with the creamy dill dipping sauce—or any sauce you have on hand. And the best part? The air fryer delivers a crispy crunch without having to pile on the oil like traditional fryers do.
16of 20Avocado Fries with Sriracha AioliView RecipeCreamy avocados are a delicious foil to crunchy breading in this healthy oven-fried avocado fries recipe. Dip into spicy Sriracha dipping sauce for a flavor explosion. Save your ripe avocados for guacamole or toast—only firm ones will do when making these fries.
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Avocado Fries with Sriracha Aioli
Creamy avocados are a delicious foil to crunchy breading in this healthy oven-fried avocado fries recipe. Dip into spicy Sriracha dipping sauce for a flavor explosion. Save your ripe avocados for guacamole or toast—only firm ones will do when making these fries.
17of 20Carrot Dog Pigs in a BlanketView RecipeCarrots replace cocktail wieners in this healthy update of pigs in a blanket. Soaking the carrot “dogs” in a smoky marinade is the key to giving them that hot dog flavor, for a vegan app meat-eaters will love too. Serve with dipping sauces like honey mustard or ranch dressing to take these to the next level.
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Carrot Dog Pigs in a Blanket
Carrots replace cocktail wieners in this healthy update of pigs in a blanket. Soaking the carrot “dogs” in a smoky marinade is the key to giving them that hot dog flavor, for a vegan app meat-eaters will love too. Serve with dipping sauces like honey mustard or ranch dressing to take these to the next level.
18of 20Vegan Cauliflower Buffalo WingsView RecipeLooking for a healthy appetizer for your Super Bowl party or another casual get-together? These vegan Buffalo cauliflower wings are sure to hit the spot. Coated in panko breadcrumbs and spices, these Buffalo cauliflower bites are tender on the inside and crispy on the outside—and don’t forget the vegan ranch sauce! This is one of those healthy Super Bowl recipes you won’t be able to resist.
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Vegan Cauliflower Buffalo Wings
Looking for a healthy appetizer for your Super Bowl party or another casual get-together? These vegan Buffalo cauliflower wings are sure to hit the spot. Coated in panko breadcrumbs and spices, these Buffalo cauliflower bites are tender on the inside and crispy on the outside—and don’t forget the vegan ranch sauce! This is one of those healthy Super Bowl recipes you won’t be able to resist.
19of 20Garlic-Parmesan Chicken WingsView RecipeForget the fryer—these baked garlic-Parmesan chicken wings get a crispy coating (without tons of oil) from panko breadcrumbs combined with grated Parmesan cheese. A drizzle of balsamic vinegar glaze gives this healthy appetizer a sweet and tangy finishing note.
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Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Wings
Forget the fryer—these baked garlic-Parmesan chicken wings get a crispy coating (without tons of oil) from panko breadcrumbs combined with grated Parmesan cheese. A drizzle of balsamic vinegar glaze gives this healthy appetizer a sweet and tangy finishing note.
20of 20Loaded Cauliflower BitesView RecipeCrispy slices of roasted cauliflower topped with cheese, sour cream and bacon make a tasty low-carb alternative to classic loaded potato skins.
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Loaded Cauliflower Bites
Crispy slices of roasted cauliflower topped with cheese, sour cream and bacon make a tasty low-carb alternative to classic loaded potato skins.
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