Cheese appetizer recipes

Fresh homemade salsa and BBQ-flavored chicken nuggets infuse these nachos with vibrant summer flavor any time of year. Perfect for large gatherings, house parties, and...

This thick, cheesy dip is one of those appetizers people reach for first at parties. It's no wonder: who can resist a thick, cheesy sauce covered in...

Make this beautiful football-shaped pie for appetizers just in time for the game. Using this idea, you can cut out and decorate any ball shape from the dough, in...

Strombili, a pizza roll, is a delicious appetizer to serve to guests with a dipping sauce. Ree Drummond used pre-made bread dough in this recipe, but you could also...

This recipe was inspired by the famous French onion soup served with cheese toasts. Like the soup, this sour cream and mayonnaise dip is loaded with caramelized onions and thyme, and...

Transform pears into a sophisticated restaurant-quality dish that can be served as an appetizer or side dish with meat. Pear halves are filled with crumbled blue cheese, dried cranberries, and walnuts.

These individual tarts are surprisingly simple to make, but the flavor is incredibly rich and complex, thanks to a filling of sweet-and-spicy caramelized onions, tart-and-creamy goat cheese,...

If you want to serve this dip impressively at a house party, make it in a bread boat! This appetizer will always be a hit with guests. To make it, you'll need a long loaf...

Make this gooey cheesy dip for a special occasion, featuring real crab meat and plenty of healthy spinach. Three types of cheese—cream, Parmesan, and Monterey Jack—fill the appetizer...

Crispy, hot bread, topped with bubbling cheese and infused with the spicy aroma of garlic, is sure to drive anyone crazy. Indulge in this little pleasure and make some delicious bread...

A dip for a family gathering doesn't have to be salty! This dessert dip will satisfy any sweet tooth, cheesecake, or cookie lover. It's made with cream cheese and...

Crispy frico cheese wafers are a great addition to any Italian dish, appetizer, or salad, or they can be eaten on their own as a snack or wine pairing. The wafers are made from grated...

To make this simple cheese spread, simply combine grated cheese with mayonnaise, chopped canned pimento peppers, and spices, then spread on bread and enjoy. The combination...

The lime zest and cayenne pepper in this pumpkin and sunflower seed granola help balance the sweetness of the pepper jelly, infusing the snack with a citrusy, spicy note that...

This recipe was inspired by a spicy English pie with dried fruits: a melting wheel of brie cheese is heaped with a mixture of dried apricots and chopped pistachios, seasoned with allspice and a little...

These stuffed mushrooms are the perfect appetizer to serve before a holiday dinner. They're easy to make: stuff each mushroom cap with a cube of Brie cheese, sprinkle with a mixture of breadcrumbs...

Vegetable platters (crudites) are the perfect appetizer for any holiday, especially when served with a delicious dipping sauce. If you're planning a New Year's or Christmas party, assemble crudites...

While a large and filling New Orleans muffuletta sandwich makes for a hearty lunch, these potato skins, made with all the traditional muffuletta fillings, can be served as...

These unique miniature buns are made with wonton dough and filled with all your favorite pizza ingredients: fried Italian sausage, pepperoni, tomato sauce, and...

A quick version of lasagna that you can pack in a lunchbox, take to work or school, and eat easily without getting messy. Boiled lasagna noodles are filled with ricotta and a little...

This elegant dessert is the perfect finishing touch to a festive dinner. Golden, crisp filo pastry pouches, drizzled with a delicious citrus-spiced syrup and topped with crisp...

These plump little choux pastry treats are perfect for appetizers at holidays and house parties. Unlike other choux pastry creations, gougères are not sweet and are made with savory...

Sunny Anderson suggests brightening up the wait for the holiday meal with these crostini, toasted baguette slices spread with goat cheese and drizzled with cranberry sauce and whole berries. It turns out...

Katie Lee serves whipped ricotta with rosemary and olive oil on Thanksgiving with a plate of vegetables and toasted bread as a light appetizer before the big holiday dinner. This treat...

These delicious and healthy vegetarian wraps, filled with portobello mushrooms, protein-rich chickpeas, and melt-in-your-mouth cheese, are served with a light tomato and arugula salad and are perfect for lunch or dinner.

These sandwich rolls, or lavash rolls, are perfect for a filling snack or appetizer at a family party. They're also convenient to make ahead of time, so you can refrigerate them and cut them into convenient...

This onion soup, topped with melting cheese croutons, only seems complicated at first glance. It's actually easy to make; you just need time to thoroughly fry the onions, and...

These holiday cookies combine sweet and tart dried cranberry chunks with crunchy pistachios. They're also filled with shredded cheddar and a zesty hint of cayenne pepper.

These cheese balls are so easy to make and look so delicious, they're sure to be the number one appetizer at your next party. The base of these balls is a mixture of cream cheese and grated smoked Gouda.

Molly Yeh not only succeeds in creating wonderful new dishes and desserts, but also in successfully transforming tried-and-true recipes into something new. Take rugelach, Jewish rolls, for example...

This vegan cheese is made with chickpea flour, and nutritional yeast, Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes infuse it with the flavor of Havarti cheese. Let it set overnight and serve as...

The dough for these cookies is made with ricotta and olive oil, which makes them soft and just the right amount of moist, while mandarin zest adds a delicate citrusy note that complements perfectly...

Stuffed peppers are a classic comfort food. This lighter version fills the peppers with a juicy salad, yet still retains everything we love about it: tender vegetables, delicious...

For Iranians, sabzi khordan (a bowl of greens) is a refreshing addition to any meal. It's served as a standalone appetizer or as a side dish to a main course. The types of greens used can vary depending on...

This simple recipe was inspired by the popular fried Buffalo wings in a spicy butter sauce, traditionally served with celery and carrot sticks and a...

This appetizer will be a hit at your next house party. Cheese curds are dipped in a paprika-flavored beer batter and deep-fried until golden brown. The perfect beer snack!

The basic ingredients of a breakfast sandwich—scrambled eggs, potato balls, grilled sausage, and lots of cheese—are piled inside croissant dough, then the layers are formed into a ring and...

These miniature tartlets with a vibrant fuchsia filling will beautifully decorate your buffet table at a house party or any other celebration. Their striking presentation comes from a simple...

This is the perfect appetizer for house parties. Beer and cheddar come together to create an incredible sauce for crispy mozzarella sticks—you can never have too much cheese! For...

This creamy blue cheese dip is the perfect accompaniment to fried Buffalo chicken wings and will be a hit at your house party. All ingredients are perfectly proportioned to ensure the flavor...

Jalapeño poppers transform chicken breast into a juicy roll with a creamy center and a crispy exterior. Store-bought jalapeño poppers (jalapeno peppers in batter with...) are used in the preparation.

This fondue is made with a blend of cheddar and cream cheese, mayonnaise, and heavy cream. The sauce is smooth and creamy, and pimento peppers, pickle relish, and a touch of hot sauce...

Cheese fondue is a great treat for a friendly get-together! Everyone loves snacks on sticks, and nothing compares to melting, gooey cheese. This fondue is made with a blend of three cheeses: cheddar, Gruyere, and...

Cheese fondue can be not only an appetizer for a friendly crowd but also a main course if served with hearty vegetables: boiled potatoes, broccoli, tomatoes, asparagus, and pickles. The cheese...

This Buffalo Puff Pastry Ring is perfect for feeding a crowd. Each puff pastry peels easily from the ring, and a bowl of blue cheese dip sits in the center for dipping. For...

This appetizer will be a hit at your house party. It's incredibly easy to make and delivers a true flavor bomb. Crispy slices of bread, toasted in a mixture of natural maple syrup and...

Fried onions add a unique flavor to this cream cheese dip, but to ensure the onions themselves are truly delicious, it's important to fry them in butter. For this, you'll need ghee or clarified butter.

These mini pizzas are perfect for appetizers at house parties or just as a quick snack. Kids will especially love them. The base of the mini pizzas is made from polenta circles. No dough required!