Easy Thanksgiving Appetizers
Whether you're the host or a guest, these easy Thanksgiving appetizers make sharing easier. From crostini's to dips, everyone will love these fall starters.
Thanksgiving is all about sharing food. But it's not all about turkey and side dishes! The appetizers and snacks you serve before the meal (or after if you didn't get enough to eat!) are just as important to think about.
Don't miss these easy appetizers for any time of year!
When to Serve Appetizers at Thanksgiving
Whether you are hosting a more formal Thanksgiving dinner or a casual affair, having appetizers and snacks available for everyone to snack on is a must.
Serve Thanksgiving appetizers...
- to snack on while you are cooking and baking throughout the day
- when watching the parade and dog shows
- for snacking on during the big games
- while guests mix and mingle before dinner
- after dinner, when tummies have settled and snacks are needed
- as a snacky dinner after an earlier feast
- the day after with leftovers
What Kinds of Thanksgiving Appetizers to Serve
Since Thanksgiving is a fall holiday, you can bring fall flavors into everyday appetizers. Giving these snacks a fall twist makes the event feel festive. Here are a few easy ideas:
- Charcuterie plate: Crackers or crostini, with apple butter, cranberry jam or cranberry sauce, honey, cheese slices and cured meats like pepperoni
- Crostini ideas: 9+ Crostini recipes
- Olive oil dip: Warm bread (fresh or frozen that you can warm in the oven) and a plate of olive oil with a drizzle of Italian seasoning for dipping
- Chips & salsa: Tortilla chips and pumpkin salsa
- Hummus & pita chips: Pumpkin hummus or butternut hummus and pita chips
- Flatbread pizzas: Pita bread with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese and any toppings you have on hand
What to Drink with Thanksgiving Appetizers
Don't forget to think about drinks when you are planning your Thanksgiving appetizer spread!
Here are some favorites:
- Beer: Go for a simple lager or wheat beer, or whatever the favorite is!
- Wine: Grab a mixture of white and red.
- Spiced Apple Cider: It's non-alcoholic but you can add rum or bourbon if you like.
- Champagne: Thanksgiving is worth celebrating!
- Spiced Cranberry Sangria: This wine drink has extra festive flavors.
- Sparkling Cranberry Ginger Ale Punch: This non-alcoholic punch is great for the kiddos.
The Best Thanksgiving Appetizers
Continue the holiday tradition with this Pepper Jelly and Cream Cheese Appetizer, a simple yet delightful combination of cream cheese and your choice of pepper jelly or fruit preserves, served with crackers, offering the perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and salty.
Enjoy an easy and delicious fall appetizer with Cranberry Prosciutto Crostini, perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any gathering.
Create a quick and perfectly balanced fall bruschetta that captures the season's essence in each bite.
Indulge in the holiday spirit year-round with these Pecan Pie Crumble Bars, a delightful combination of shortbread crust, gooey pecan pie filling, and a crumble topping. A sweet appetizer can be fun if the meal is a bit later.
This skillet sausage dip is a must-have for football season, especially on Thanksgiving when you want a warm snack to enjoy while watching the games.
This Cream Cheese Jalapeño Popper Dip will become your go-to party appetizer! It's a classic, easy recipe that can be thrown together quickly, so you fan focus on other Thanksgiving recipes.
Make an easy vegetable tray when you need a quick and healthy appetizer. It's a great simple app for snacking on while you watch the game or cook.
Elevate your Thanksgiving appetizers with this easy-to-make delight - Brie cheese, pumpkin butter, and pecans wrapped in puff pastry, baked to a gooey perfection.
Elevate your Thanksgiving dinner with these quick, buttery goat cheese rosemary drop biscuits, a perfect bread component for any occasion.
Add a sweet and savory twist to your appetizer spread with this dairy-free Pumpkin Hummus, lightly sweetened with maple syrup, making it a perfect choice for Thanksgiving.
Traditional cheese balls get a festive fall makeover with this delightful Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball, a classic appetizer for Thanksgiving.
Impress your guests with these two-bite Sweet Potato Rounds, topped with herbed ricotta, walnuts, cranberries, and honey, creating a flavorful and fun Thanksgiving appetizer.
Warm up your Thanksgiving gathering with a creamy and hearty Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, elevated by pancetta, onion, and garlic for added flavor.
Keep complaints and hunger at bay with a Thanksgiving Snack Board, a mix of salty-sweet, no-cook nibbles to enjoy while waiting for the turkey to cook.
