Hosting Thanksgiving and short on time? These quick and easy appetizers are ready in 30 minutes or less, letting you spend less time in the kitchen and more time with loved ones. From savory bites to crowd-pleasing classics, you’ll find the perfect starter to kick off your Thanksgiving feast in style.
These Thanksgiving appetizers marked the beginning of the start of the holidays. No matter which of the dips, cheeseball, or other hors d’oeuvres you choose, your guests will be happy.
These are some of the best Thanksgiving appetizers that you can prepare in a short time and which will help you to hold your hunger until the main meal is served. Whether you prefer a light dip or a make-ahead finger food, there is a hors d’oeuvre on this list for you.
Careful: These Thanksgiving recipes are so appetizing, you’ll be full before you even get to the turkey.
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Air Fryer Artichoke Hearts From Cooking Up Memories
Air Fry Artichoke Hearts make for a fast and tasty appetizer or side dish for weeknight dinners, or can even be added over pasta for a light, quick dinner option.
This appetizer has become one of my go-to recipes when time is short – from start to finish it only takes 15 minutes!
Air Fryer Chicken Sausage Bites From Smells Like Delish
Air fryer chicken sausage bites offer juicy, tender chicken sausage chunks cooked perfectly to provide bite-sized appetizers in record time.
Air fryer chicken sausage bites can be ready in minutes, no matter the time or day! Enjoy juicy, tender chicken sausage pieces prepared to perfection in record time for an irresistibly bite-sized snack or party appetizer!
Combine simple ingredients with minimal effort for maximum flavor! Enjoy them alongside dips, salads or veggies for an instant and satisfying meal or game day appetizer that never fails.
Air Fryer Cranberry Brie Bites From Air Fry Anytime
Air Fryer Cranberry Brie Bites are delicious air fryer treats! Their crispy phyllo base, gooey brie cheese and tart cranberry sauce give these bites their distinct taste and texture.
Air Fryer Goat Cheese Balls From Dinners Done Quick
Frying goat cheese balls in an air fryer is so straightforward, you may wonder why you hadn’t included them sooner on your entertaining menu!
With only seven ingredients needed plus the sauce of your choice, it will amaze you how something so easy can taste so amazing.
Bisquick Sausage Balls From Dishes With Dad
These Bisquick sausage balls make an easy holiday appetizer that always proves popular among guests.
Bisquick mix is an all-in-one blend of flour, fat and leavener that you can make at home without purchasing boxed versions from stores.
In order to make sausage balls without Bisquick, you will require 3 cups of all-purpose flour, a tablespoon and two teaspoons of baking powder and 3 tablespoons of butter.
Cream Cheese Sausage Balls From All She Cooks
Made with only 4 ingredients, these delicious Cream Cheese Sausage Balls make for a quick and delicious meal or appetizer!
These tasty bite-size sausage balls are always a hit at dinnertime! I recommend pairing them with coleslaw or another refreshing side salad for the best result. So grab yourself some ground sausage and start cooking!
This Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Recipe will get the job done!
Easy Pumpkin Hummus From Foody Schmoody Blog
This easy pumpkin hummus recipe offers all of the seasonal flavor without losing its classic touch! Ready in minutes for a quick snack. Hummus is an outstandingly versatile dish and absolutely delectable too!
Fig and Brie Bites From Life Currents
Fig and Brie Bites are an easy appetizer recipe using pre-made pie crust filled with creamy brie cheese and sweet fig jam for an irresistibly flavorful bite-sized snack!
Fried Mac and Cheese Balls From Take Two Tapas
Fried Mac and Cheese Balls are delicious comfort food that are both crispy on the outside, yet cheesy and creamy on the inside, making them an irresistibly satisfying treat!
Herbed Ricotta Cheese Balls From Through The Fibro Fog
These herbed ricotta cheese balls are an easy, tasty appetizer or party food made of fresh cheese, herbs and nuts. If you’re planning a gathering, perhaps these cream cheese-stuffed mini peppers and honey and herb whipped ricotta dip would make a delicious spread! Assembling herbed ricotta cheese balls is easy and takes only a few steps:
Pumpkin & Maple Sausage Flatbread From Alekas’s Get Togethers
Homemade Oven Baked Apple Chips From Cooking With Carlee
Create homemade apple chips easily by baking them in your oven – then simply enjoy savouring these delightful snacks in salads, desserts or just snacking on!
Apple chips are an indispensable fall treat. Use them to top cakes, mix into salads or simply enjoy as an enjoyable snack. Make them yourself and save both time and money – they are easy and delicious!
Keto Fried Cheese Balls From Low Carb No Carb
Homemade Keto Fried Cheese Balls made with just one and a half ingredients are an easy, delicious Keto Appetizer that are great for Game Night, Super Bowl Parties, Home Entertaining or just snacking in your lunch box. Fully Low Carb, Gluten-Free and Grain-Free these cheese puff balls provide perfect Crispy Cheddar Bites when needed!
Mini Cheese Balls From Fun Money Mom
These Mini Cheese Balls make a delicious bite-sized appetizer that are the perfect touch to any party or gathering, whether Christmas, New Year’s Eve, or anytime throughout the year. Customization makes them fun to make as well as delicious to enjoy!
Highly Addictive Roasted Pumpkin Hummus From SimplyBeyondHerbs
Pumpkin Hummus from Middle Eastern cuisine is easy and low in calories for an irresistibly delicious dip or spread! Enjoy!
Sweet Pumpkin Hummus From Veggie Inspired
Sweet Pumpkin Hummus is an irresistibly indulgent and creamy dessert hummus with all the delicious fall flavors, quickly and effortlessly made using pantry staples and pantry ingredients.
Hummus is typically a savory dip, but for this Sweet Pumpkin Hummus I added pure maple syrup, spicy cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger flavoring, as well as aromatic vanilla pod.
The Best Keto Sausage Balls From Thinlicious
Keto sausage balls make the ideal bite-sized appetizer with only 2.5g net carbs and lots of flavor!
Want a delicious and easy appetizer perfect for any celebration? Look no further than keto sausage balls! Made with ground sausage, almond flour.
Pigs In A Blanket (Air Fryer Or Oven!)
This recipe is a quick and easy hot appetizer that is always a crowd-pleaser and a super kid-friendly recipe.
