25 Easy Thanksgiving Appetizers To Start Your Feast Off Right

 

Seriously good, scrumptious, and easy Thanksgiving appetizers to kick off the holiday!

You might be hosting a Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving dinner (or lunch) for the first time. And we know it can be a bit overwhelming from planning what food to serve your guests to setting up your dining table.

Well, fret not, my friends.

If you’re looking for some extra ideas to add to your menu list this coming holiday, then read on. 

We’ve rounded up our favorite Thanksgiving appetizer recipes out there to help you. These apps wouldn’t only go beautifully on your table but will be a sure hit with your family and friends as well! 

From flavorful dips to chips to bacon-wrapped, and more, these easy appetizers will keep your guests satisfied until dinner while waiting for the big meal – the TURKEY of course!

So feast your eyes and try one of these delectable Thanksgiving recipes. Let me know what you think at the end of this post! 

 

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Easy Thanksgiving Appetizers Recipe Ideas

 

1. Garlic-stuffed Olives in a Blanket 

Get The Full Recipe On The Baking Fairy

Impress your party guests with this fun vegetarian take on pigs in a blanket!

Garlic-Stuffed Olives in a Blanket are flavorful, addicting, and so easy to make.

 

2. Kabocha & Havarti Turnovers (easy Thanksgiving appetizers)

Get The Full Recipe On I Will Not Eat Oysters

These savory turnovers make the perfect appetizer for your Thanksgiving meal or any fall or winter brunch!

Just keep them in the freezer and bake whenever you need them!

 

3. Butternut Squash Hummus with Feta & Pomegranates

Get The Full Recipe On Love & Lemons

I hope you need a last-minute Thanksgiving appetizer because this butternut squash hummus dip is so insanely good!

While I was making it, I couldn’t stop eating it.

 

4. Stone Baked Tortilla Chips with Avocado Cranberry Salsa (Thanksgiving appetizer easy)

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Cranberry salsa with fresh avocado makes a delicious and healthy snack anytime.

But, wait until you try it on top of homemade stone-baked tortilla chips!

It’s the ultimate chip and dip combo, perfect for healthy holiday appetizers or snacks.

Better yet, both of these recipes are gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and a snap to make. Holiday party food never tasted so good!

 

5. Goat Cheese Crostini with Cranberry Apple Compote 

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Goat Cheese Crostini with Cranberry Apple Compote is a sweet and savory bite that’s perfect for Thanksgiving and the holiday season!

It’s easy to make and can be served as an appetizer or dessert.

 

6. Sweet ‘n’ Savory Roasted Nuts and Pretzels (Thanksgiving appetizer easy)

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Everybody, meet the perfect last-minute holiday snack, Sweet ‘n’ Savory Roasted Nuts, and Pretzels.

 

7. Mini Greek Spinach Pies

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These bite-sized spinach pies are a fun twist on one of my favorite Greek dishes, Spanakopita.

These are great appetizers for the Holidays, football games, or anytime you get together with friends and family.

 

8.  Roasted Pumpkin Hummus (easy Thanksgiving appetizers)

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For a rich, nutty flavor, this Roasted Pumpkin Hummus recipe uses a lot of roasted garlic and tahini.

You’re going to enjoy the crunchy textures that pepitas and hemp hearts provide.

 

9. Savory Pumpkin Dip

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This new savory pumpkin recipe will go further for its delightful taste and surely everybody will love it.

It’s perfect for game day, a quick appetizer, or even just a delicious snack.

 

10. Maple Pecan Baked Brie (easy Thanksgiving appetizers)

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It’s quick, it’s easy, and it’s super impressive. And oh yes, it’s a crowd-pleaser for everyone involved.

And what I love about this recipe is that it only requires 5 ingredients – brie, pecans, maple syrup, fresh rosemary, salt, and pepper.

 

11. Jalapeno Poppers

Get The Full Recipe On Cookie and Kate

These jalapeño poppers are stuffed with a fresh, herbed cream cheese mixture and topped with just enough cheddar cheese to turn golden.

They are beyond delicious, and they’re not greasy at all. If a popper could be gourmet, this one is! I think they’re going to be your new favorite.

 

12. Cinnamon Apple Chips (easy Thanksgiving appetizers)

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One of my favorite healthy treats to snack on is apple chips. They’re crunchy, crispy, and addicting.

It wasn’t until a few weeks ago that I began to make them at home.

Not only are they cheaper to make at home, but they are also SO easy.

Slice your apples, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar (optional!), and bake.

 

13. Roasted Sweet Potato and Caramelized Onion Flatbread

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This is one of those easy recipes that you can make to eat as a meal, or as a perfect appetizer.

We used Stonefire’s pizza crust because it tastes really good and it’s pre-baked, which means you only need to top it and bake it for a little bit until everything gets nice and toasty.

 

14. Cheesy Bacon Holiday Crack (easy Thanksgiving appetizers)

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Bacon cheesy holiday crack is extremely addictive! Sweet, salty, a little cheesy, and crunchy to boot! And it’s easy! I prefer to keep things simple when it comes to holiday appetizers and snacks.

 

15. Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts

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Brussels sprouts are individually wrapped in bacon slices, then roasted until the sprouts are meltingly tender and the bacon is crispy.

It’s served alongside a balsamic mayo dip. With only 4 total ingredients that are low in carbs, this is a simple appetizer that’s perfect for anyone on a keto diet.

 

16. Candied Walnut Bruschetta (easy Thanksgiving appetizers)

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This Candied Walnut Bruschetta is one of my favorite fall appetizers.

It’s easy to make and perfect for your holiday appetizer tray.

Serve it up this Thanksgiving to your friends and family!

 

17. Roasted Carrot Hummus (Whole30)

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This Roasted Carrot Hummus is creamy and super sweet — and is made entirely from carrots, no beans in this dip!

We were blown away by the intense flavor! Keep it Paleo/Whole30 by serving with veggies to dip.

Serve it with toasted corn tortillas like I did, or add toasted whole-grain pita bread.

 

18. Caesar Salad Wonton Cups (thanksgiving appetizer easy)

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Everything tastes better in miniature form!

These Caesar Salad Wonton Cups are made using wonton wrappers as cups.

They bake crispy and golden with just a light spray of oil. A great shortcut for appetizers!

 

19. Chili and Rosemary Roasted Nuts

Get The Full Recipe On The Real Food Dietitians

These Chili and Rosemary Roasted Nuts are irresistibly snacky thanks to their warm chili spice and bright rosemary and lime flavors.

 

20. Fresh Tomato Arugula Bruschetta (easy Thanksgiving appetizers)

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This Fresh Tomato Arugula Bruschetta is the perfect way to celebrate summer in all of its fresh flavor glory!

This easy recipe comes together in minutes and is sure to become one of your go-to summer snacks.

 

21. French Onion Toasts

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From the Simply Vegetarian Cookbook, a recipe for French Onion Toasts!

A caramelized onion combination and shredded Gruyère cheese are spread on toasted ciabatta bread slices.

 

22. Raspberry Baked Brie (Thanksgiving appetizer easy)

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Baked Brie is one of those appetizers that looks and tastes so fancy but is so easy and quick that you almost feel like you cheated.

For more brie wonders try Maple Pecan Baked Brie or Cranberry Pecan Brie Bites.

They both make amazing mouth-watering appetizers.

 

23. Smoked Cheese & Onion Straws

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Smoked Cheese & Onion Straws – Made with excess Festive ingredients, such as puff pastry and smoked cheese from the cheese board.

These are posh enough for cocktail nibbles as well as being perfect for the school lunch box.

These tasty little smoked cheese numbers are easy to make and are loved by all the family.

 

24. 3-Ingredient Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites (Thanksgiving appetizer easy)

Get The Full Recipe On The Seasoned Mom

These 3-Ingredient Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites come together in just minutes for an easy appetizer, a quick weeknight dinner, or a tasty addition to your next tailgate party!

The little pieces of chicken are wrapped in bacon and basted with rich, flavorful Stubb’s barbecue sauce for a delicious combination of sweet and savory in every bite!

 

25. Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

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Stuffed with cheese, bacon, scallions (green onions), and garlic, these portobello mushrooms are oven-roasted for a hearty yet low calorie and low carb meal.

It’s an easy recipe, requiring only 7 ingredients.

 

 

I love all of these easy Thanksgiving appetizers! Which will you try first? Please write your comments below!

 

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