26 Super Bowl Appetizers That Will Win Big on Game Day (2024)

Whether you're a football fan or not, the appetizers served at Super Bowl celebrations are reason enough to celebrate. Kick off the festivities with staples like pigs in a blanket, chicken wings, and nachos, then score a touchdown with fresh dips and more innovative bites, like skewers and crab croquettes. We don't know who will win the game, but we're certain about this: Our favorite Super Bowl appetizer recipes are sure to draw cheers.

33 Crowd-Pleasing Super Bowl Snacks to Serve on Game Day

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Three-Cheese Artichoke-and-Sun-Dried-Tomato Dip

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Cream cheese, Colby Jack, and Parmesan come together in a dish that will delight fromage fans. Chopped marinated artichoke hearts and sun-dried tomatoes add texture and flavor to this hearty hot dip.

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Pull-Apart Pigs in a Blanket

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Our two-ingredient Super Bowl starter calls for store-bought pizza dough and hot dogs. You'll also need a springform pan for baking the pigs; it's the key to the pull-apart presentation. Serve with spicy sriracha mayonnaise for an extra touchdown.

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Marinated Peppers with Mint and Sesame

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Round out your cheesy, meaty appetizer selection with these bright, fresh marinated bell peppers. You can make them up to three days ahead of the big game.

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Pull-Apart Sliders

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This recipe makes 12 sliders, but is easy to double—and that's our recommendation, since these ground beef bites are sure to go fast on game day. The patties are cooked under the broiler and paired with American cheese and Hawaiian sweet rolls.

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Spanish Chorizo Balls

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A little spicy, a little saucy, and super flavorful, these mini meatballs are made with a combination of ground pork and fresh chorizo, plus onions, red peppers, tomato sauce, and orange juice.

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Caramelized Mustard-Marmalade Wings

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Chicken wings are an essential Super Bowl appetizer. This recipe tosses them in a sweet and sharp mixture of orange marmalade, whole-grain mustard, and Dijon mustard for finger-lickin' good flavor.

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Skillet Chili Nachos

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Take nachos—the ultimate Super Bowl appetizer—to the next level by topping them with our Easy Beef Chili, plus black beans and shredded cheddar cheese. The dish is cooked in a cast-iron skillet until warm and bubbling.

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Korean Fried Chicken Wings

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Looking for a departure from the usual buffalo chicken wings? Try these wings, which are tossed with soy sauce, Sriracha, garlic, ginger, light-brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar.

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Loaded Baked-Potato Dip

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Inspired by the indulgent side dish, this tasty appetizer is made with sour cream, cheddar cheese, scallions, and bacon.

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Kettle-Chip Nachos

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This Super Bowl appetizer swaps out the usual tortilla chips for crunchy kettle chips. They're topped with a creamy cheese sauce made with cream cheese, blue cheese, and shredded Gouda.

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Ham-and-Cheese Flatbread

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Use store-bought flatbread for this easy appetizer recipe that's perfect for serving during the Super Bowl. The topping is ricotta cheese, shredded fontina, and thinly sliced ham.

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Pigs in a Blanket

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A must-make for any Super Bowl party, our go-to pigs in a blanket recipe calls for wrapping fully-cooked sausages in puff pastry. Bake until golden brown—and watch them disappear fast.

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Sriracha-Buffalo Chicken Wings

Like your Buffalo wings extra spicy? Then this is the recipe for you. Wings are tossed in Sriracha and the vinegar-chile sauce adds just enough of a twist to feel fresh while staying true to all the beloved characteristics of the addictive game day staple. Don't forget the blue cheese and celery sticks.

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Classic Guacamole

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Score a touchdown at your Super Bowl festivities with this favorite appetizer. Our go-to recipe is made with avocados, fresh lime juice, tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, garlic, and cilantro.

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Loaded Potato Bites

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Love baked potatoes? Then you'll adore this bite-sized recipe. Peewee potatoes are boiled, then smashed and roasted, and topped with sour cream, cheddar cheese, scallions, and bacon.

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Queso Fundido

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We're taking the classic cheese dip to new flavorful heights with this recipe. It's made with a combination of fresh goat cheese and mozzarella, plus serrano and poblano chile peppers.

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Grilled Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon

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Salty Italian prosciutto shines when paired with sweet, juicy melon. It's a simple and delicious appetizer to serve at a Super Bowl party.

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Bacon-Wrapped Brussels Sprouts

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Bacon meets Brussels and the result is irresistible. Be sure to serve these bites warm from the oven—and watch them disappear.

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Aged-Cheddar and Beer Dip

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There's more than just Cheddar in this dip—it's a cheese triple threat made with cream cheese and Gruyère as well as extra-sharp Cheddar. Lager, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard add extra bite.

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Creamy Broccoli-Spinach Dip

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An easy appetizer for this year's Super Bowl, this vegetarian dip is served at room temperature, so it's a smart addition to your party menu.

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Red, White, and Blue Potato Chips

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Take the party to the next level with these homemade potato chips. They're perfect for serving with any of our party-ready dips.

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Hot-Crab and Pimiento-Cheese Spread

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Two Southern staples—hot crab dip and pimiento cheese—are combined into one epic spread for an impressive and delicious appetizer.

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Marinated Mozzarella

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Dress up mozzarella with fresh thyme, rosemary, oregano, and red pepper flakes for an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer you can make ahead.

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Chorizo, Parsnip, and Olive Bites

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Easy to make and easy to eat, these skewers combine slices of roasted parsnips with pitted green olives and sliced chorizo.

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Crab Croquettes

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Score big with these poppable croquettes made with potato and fresh lump crabmeat. They're loaded with flavor thanks to minced shallots, red bell pepper, cumin, and cilantro.

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Yogurt Dip with Crudites and Chips

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One of the fastest apps we know, this creamy dip is made with Greek yogurt, za'atar, and grated garlic. Simply stir them together and prep the crudités—and you'll be ready for kickoff.

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26 Super Bowl Appetizers That Will Win Big on Game Day (2024)

FAQs

What are the top 2 Super Bowl snacks? ›

Here are some delicious yet casual food ideas that are popular for Super Bowl parties:
  • Buffalo chicken wings - Always a crowd-pleaser. ...
  • Pizza - Order a variety of pies or make individual flatbreads.
  • Sliders/mini burgers - Make them easy to eat while watching the game.
  • Chicken tenders - Bake or fry with dipping sauces.
Feb 5, 2024

What are the 5 most popular Super Bowl foods? ›

Super Bowl Food: What is the most popular for parties?
  • #8- Meatballs. ...
  • #7- Pigs in a blanket. ...
  • #6- Veggie tray. ...
  • #5- Deviled Eggs. ...
  • #4- Sliders. ...
  • #3- Nachos. ...
  • #2- Pizza. ...
  • #1- Wings. According to the National Chicken Council, 1.45 billion chicken wings are expected to be consumed for Super Bowl Sunday.
Feb 11, 2024

What are the most popular finger foods for parties? ›

Some of my favorites: Deviled eggs, bruschetta, crackers with cheese and dried salami, artichoke & spinach dip with tortilla chips, stuffed mushrooms, mini-spanakopita, Chinese dumplings. What are some tasty but easy to make snacks or appetizers that don't involve any cooking? Salami cheese wraps.

What food should you have at a Super Bowl party? ›

The Super Bowl may technically be an NFL game, but we all know what we're really looking forward to when Sunday rolls around — the snacks. Some of our personal favorites include classics like saucy chicken wings, pigs in a blanket, and chips with dip, with a few beer-infused drinks to match.

What is the most eaten Super Bowl food? ›

The three most popular Super Bowl dishes people order are pizza, chicken wings, and chips with dips.

What is the number 1 snack for the Super Bowl? ›

An Instacart survey revealed the top picks when it comes to game day snacks, and just in time for Super Bowl Sunday. Tortilla chips took the top spot for the No. 1 must-have snack during a game day party, followed by cola, cheese dips and salsas.

What is the favorite food for the Super Bowl in 2024? ›

Queso, guacamole, salsa, buffalo chicken dip, hummus - pick your favorites. Buffalo wings: Even though the Bills lost in the Divisional Round, buffalo wings are a must-have at any Super Bowl party. Bone-in or boneless, blue cheese or ranch - it's up to you.

What sells the most during the Super Bowl? ›

Snack foods remain a popular choice for many. Chips and classic game day favorites top the Super Bowl food shopping list with 75% of Super Bowl watchers planning to buy chips, followed by dips / salsa / guacamole (67%), pizza (47%), chicken wings (42%), and nachos (22%), Numerator figures show.

What to serve for appetizers at a party? ›

30 Party Appetizer Recipes Your Guests Will Love
  • 01 of 31. Make-Ahead Smoked Salmon Spread. ...
  • 02 of 31. Cheddar-Beer Fondue. ...
  • 03 of 31. Balsamic Bruschetta. ...
  • 04 of 31. Sriracha Deviled Eggs. ...
  • 05 of 31. Spinach and Ricotta Puff Pastry Christmas Tree. ...
  • 06 of 31. Sausage Applesauce Appetizer. ...
  • 07 of 31. Jalapeño Cheese Puffs. ...
  • 08 of 31.
Oct 18, 2023

What are most common appetizers? ›

Mozzarella sticks, chicken wings, fried shrimp, fried pickles, potato skins, boneless wings, conch fritters, fried calamari, crab cakes, shrimp co*cktail, nachos, bruschetta, meatballs & marinara, dips & bread, hummus & pita chips, etc.

What is America's favorite Super Bowl food? ›

Some perennial favorites for Super Bowl snacks in the United States include: Chicken wings. Pizza. Chips and dip (especially guacamole and salsa)

How can I make the Super Bowl more fun? ›

Host a Chili Cook Off

Chili is another beloved Super Bowl food, and everyone has their preferred recipe. Have your guests each make their favorite chili recipe and have a contest during the party to rate each for the night's winning bowl.

How do you throw a Super Bowl party on a budget? ›

Keys to hosting a Super Bowl Party on a budget:
  1. Don't get too extravagant with the food options.
  2. Decorations are fun, but don't go over the top.
  3. Plan ahead, make a budget and stick to it.
  4. Potluck style is a good option for everyone to contribute a little.
Feb 6, 2024

What is the second most popular snack? ›

popularity is the % of people who have a positive opinion of a food & snack brand. Find out more
  1. 1 Reese's Peanut Butter Cup83%
  2. 2 M&M's83%
  3. 3 Hershey's Kisses79%
  4. 4 Kit Kat79%
  5. 5 Reese's79%
  6. 6 Lay's79%
  7. 7 Heinz Ketchup78%
  8. 8 Ritz78%

What's the most eaten food on Super Bowl weekend? ›

According to a study, 28% of Super Bowl watchers eat pizza during the game. Chili is the chosen Super Bowl dish in 16 states, making it the most popular choice in 2021. 11.2 million pounds of chips are consumed on Super Bowl Sunday. 8.2 million pounds of tortilla chips were consumed during Super Bowl Sunday in 2019.

What is the most successful snack? ›

Rice Krispies Treats Are America's Most Popular Snack

The study showcased which snacks were most sought after in each given state. Rice Krispies Treats took the lead as the go-to in 18 northern states spanning both coasts, beating the likes of other big-name contenders, such as Lay's and Cheetos.

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