Make Ahead Appetizers: the Ultimate List of 113 Easy Recipes

76. Fried Brie Bites
This appetizer recipe requires you to freeze the brie to avoid melting – so it’s just made for prepping ahead.

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77. Chicken Waldorf Salad Bites
Keep your Waldorf salad in the fridge and place it on apple slices just before serving for a light and healthy appetizer that still tastes yummy.

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78. Cookie Dough Dip
This cookie dough dip only takes 10 minutes to put together, meaning you can whip it up even if you don’t have time to prep it in advance.

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79. Garlic Ranch Pretzels
If you’re tired of getting out all the ingredients for Chex mix, give these pretzels a try.

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80. Baked Mac and Cheese Bites
These mac and cheese bites keep for a massive 6 months in the freezer, you’ll be so glad you have them on hand when unexpected (and hungry) guests arrive.

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81. Crockpot Parmesan Garlic Pull-Apart Bread
This bread recipe takes 2.5 hours to take it to cheezy crockpot heaven, so it’s perfect to put on while you get ready for your guests.

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82. Barbecue Beef Biscuit Cups
These appetizers freeze amazingly well – just remember to leave off the cheese if you’re freezing yours.

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83. Freezer-Friendly Potato Skins
you can change up the fillings of these potato skins to be whatever your family or guests love.

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84. Taco Ranch Bites
If we didn’t already have you sold at ‘taco’, know that these little bites have just 6 ingredients!

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85. Cranbery Brie Bites
Freeze these before baking and they’ll stay good for 3-4 months.

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86. Freezer Pizza Bites
If you need a kid-friendly option, look no further than these pizza bites.

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87. Corn Dog Mini Muffins
Serving up another treat that will make little ones happy, these corn dog muffins will disappear in a flash.

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88. Salami and Provolone Phyllo Rolls
These amazing rolls look incredible but couldn’t be easier to make — our favorite type of party appetizers.

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89. Loaded Potato Cocktail Bites
Easier to eat, but just as appetizing as regular potato skins.

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90. Mini Italian Skewers
Ever have an antipasti plate where there’s lots of one item left over? Not with these handy skewers.

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91. 3-Ingredient Sausage Balls
Just 3 ingredients, freezer-friendly and delish – it doesn’t get any better than this.

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92. Baked Brie Bites with Fig and Prosciutto
The brie bites can be fully assembled a day before – so all you have to do is pop them in the oven for a few minutes to get them nice and melty.

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93. Party Poppers
These poppers might be slightly fiddly to make but being able to make them a day ahead makes them worth it.

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94. Pesto Cream Cheese Spread
If you want a change from a cheeseball that still has the wow factor, check out this appetizer.

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95. Veggie Squares
These satisfying veggie squares tick the healthy boxes for make ahead appetizers while still making taste buds happy.

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96. Marinated Mozzarella Balls
Make sure you have some nice crusty bread around to mop up this delectable marinated oil.

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97. Goats Cheese Bacon Pops
Your own personal cheese ball? We’re all in for that!

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98. Rosemary Pineapple Mozzarella Bites
We love the idea of using rosemary as a natural cocktail stick!

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99. Mini Quiches Four Ways
With four flavors, your sure to find an option from these freezer-friendly quiches that you’ll love.

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100. Puffy Tacos
All the taste of tacos with the convenience of finger food.

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101. Ham Croquetas
You can substitute any meat you choose into these dainty Cuban croquetas make ahead appetizers.

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102. Pineapple Habanero Jam
If you want something different to serve with cheese, then you have to try this bright and spicy concoction. It keeps for 10 days in the refrigerator.

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103. Fat Head Sausage Rolls
Low carb and gluten free, dieters will rejoice at this keto-friendly alternative to traditional sausage rolls.

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104. Chickpea Meatballs
This spiced veggie option for meatballs is sure to please meatlovers too.

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105. Pesto Cheese Twists
Freeze these twists on a tray, then transfer them to a freezer bag when they’re solid to avoid them sticking together.

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106. Shortbread Cheese Crisps
These cute crisps are deceptively easy to make in a food processor.

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107. Greek Chicken Flatbread
This flat bread is a lighter alternative to pizza and freezes like a dream.

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108. Roast Beef Roll Ups
These roll ups are the ultimate low carb indulgence.

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109. Herb and Cheese Stuffed Sweet Peppers
Try these for a less spicy version of jalapeno poppers.

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110. Rosemary Pecan Goats Cheese Truffles
Don’t forget your trusty ice cream scoop when putting these charming mini cheese truffles together.

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112. Korean BBQ Sliders
Bring something new to the table with this totally inspired idea that puts a Korean twist on sliders!

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113. Olive Tapenade
Served on crostini, or with an antipasti board, this versatile appetizer stores for up to two weeks.

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We hope this post helped you get plenty of ideas for make ahead appetizers in time for your next get together with friends or family.

If you love make ahead meals, then you definitely need to check out our rundown of the finest cheap and easy make ahead dinners to get you through the month.

Plus, starting your day with one of our recipes for make ahead breakfasts definitely needs to get added to your to-do list.

What’s your favorite excuse to throw a party? Let us know in the comments!

Don’t forget the essential toolkit for successful make-ahead meal prep storage

Freezer Tape and Sharpie Marker Set

Freezer Tape and Sharpie Set

Keep things organized with clever tape that won't fall off in the freezer
Food bag holders for meal prep

Bag Stabilizer Stand

These sturdy food bag holders will give you an extra pair of hands when you need them
Make ahead meal storage containers

Ziploc Twist’n’Loc Food Containers

These handy boxes come in all shapes and sizes and are BPA-free

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