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Are you planning a game day party? Getting together with friends and cheering on my favorite teams is one of my favorite fall things to do, but I also love having plenty of delicious bites in between plays. These are my go-to game day appetizers that are fun, shareable, and easy to grab, so no one misses a moment of the action. With the right spread on the table, you and your friends will be happy fans no matter who wins the game!
Crockpot Buffalo Wings
Prepping all of the menu items for the Super Bowl can be a little overwhelming. Save yourself from being in the kitchen during the game by making these Crockpot buffalo wings. The prep work takes about 10 minutes, but the nifty kitchen device does everything else, leaving you time to watch each touchdown.
Go to the recipe: Crockpot buffalo wings
Rotel Dip Recipe
Rotel Dip will always have a spot on my table during the big game. The 3-ingredient dip is one that everyone requests, year after year. Made with spicy sausage, rotel, and Velveeta cheese, the simple and easy is quick to put together, so much so that you can make a second batch at half time.
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Garlic Parmesan Wings
A party for the big game would not be complete without wings. These garlic parmesan wings check that box and bring a whole lot of flavor to the table. The wings bake up in the oven to create a super crispy bite, all without stepping foot in a fryer.
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Buffalo Chicken Dip
Everyone’s favorite spicy and cheesy- buffalo chicken dip. The dip has everything you love about classic buffalo chicken dip and is guaranteed to not have any leftovers!
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Mac and Cheese Bites
These mac and cheese bites transform your favorite comfort dish into an easy appetizer. The bite-sized app is super easy to eat during the game, even when cheering on your team.
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Velveeta Queso Blanco Recipe
You might as well take a seat next to this Velveeta Queso Blanco dip, as you’ll keep going back for more. The creamy dip combines Velveeta queso blanco with green chiles, whole milk, butter, and spices to make a luscious dip. It’s rich in the best way possible.
Go to the recipe: Velveeta Queso Blanco
Sheet Pan Nachos
No matter how many people you plan on having over during the big game, these sheet pan nachos are essential. Instead of warming up individual plates of chips, everything gets placed on a single sheet pan. Plus, the sheet pan is big enough to have customized toppings sections, so all your guests will get the exact toppings they want.
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Fried Pickles
Switch up your classic menu items for the big game by adding fried pickles to the menu. These fried bites of goodness are crunchy and tangy and surprise your tastebuds in a bold way. Serve them with a dipping sauce, or put them on top of your cheeseburger sliders for an extra punch of flavor.
Go to the recipe: Fried Pickles
Antipasto Squares
These antipasto squares are about to be the underrated hit of your Super Bowl party. The bite-sized squares are stuffed with cheese, ham, salami, pepperoni, roasted red peppers, and pepperoncini. Everything gets loaded into the crescent dough to make for the perfect bite.
Go to the recipe: Antipasto Squares
Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls
Since there is always a lot going on during the big game, I like to keep the food I put out portable and easy to eat. These Philly cheesesteak egg rolls fit that requirement to a tee. They pack everything you love about a classic Philly cheesesteak into an egg roll wrapper that is easy to eat — even when you are cheering on your team.
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Taco Dip
There are too many moving parts to serve tacos during the big game. This taco dip is a great alternative. It has everything you want in a taco, in simple dip form. Serve it with tortilla chips to get the classic taco crunch.
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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
Not everything on the table for the big game has to be heavy and deep-fried. These air fryer buffalo cauliflower bites prove that healthier menu items can be just as good. By cooking them in the air fryer, you get a crisp crunch, just like you would on a classic buffalo wing.
Go to the recipe: Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
Cheeseburger Sliders
These cheeseburger sliders will be a touchdown on the menu for the big game. The mini burgers are easy to eat, even during the most stressful plays.
Go to the recipe: Cheeseburger Sliders
Pepperoni Rollups
Take everything you love about pizza and roll it up into bite-sized goodness with these pepperoni rollups. The bite-sized apps stuff melty cheese and pepperoni into a crescent dough with red sauce. It’s an easy handheld to eat while you keep track of the game.
Go to the recipe: Pepperoni Rollups
Pigs in a Blanket
Ditch the store-bought pigs in a blanket and learn how to make your own with this recipe. The classic appetizer is a Super Bowl party essential. Do yourself a favor and double or even triple the recipe, as everyone will want multiple mini hot dogs.
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Slow Cooker Cocktail Meatballs
Don’t be surprised if these cocktail meatballs are the sneaky hit of the party. They are the kind of appetizer that is always a crowd-pleaser. Serve them on their own or place them next to rolls and let people make their own mini meatball subs.
Go to the recipe: Slow Cooker Cocktail Meatballs
Soft Pretzel Bites
These soft pretzel bites will be a big hit for the big game, no matter who you have over. Both kids and adults love to snack on these bite-sized snacks while the action takes place on the field. Serve them plain or alongside my pretzel cheese dip for some extra flavor.
Go to the recipe: Soft Pretzel Bites
