Appetizers | Bite Size, Dips, Game Day

Welcome to the Appetizers recipe category. Here you will find all sorts of appetizer recipes: from Happy Hour at Home, casual game day gatherings, and fancy party eats.

From finger foods and two bite nibbles to dips and small plate foods, we have the food answer for any occasion!

A reader favorite? Our Vegan Buffalo Chicken Dip has been a popular recipe since our first version published in 2011.

Some of our appetizer recipe favorites include:

Mango Habanero Guacamole - this classic starter dip balances the cool with the heat and sweet!
Boursin Stuffed Peppadew Peppers - our plant based take on a Boursin style gournay cheese pairs well with sweet peppers.
Caramelized Onion Bacon Dip - vegan, we promise! this dip will make you question everything.
Spinach Dip - another classic! ours is an oil free dip, and this recipe has all the tips for the best result.
Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower - a tangy, spicy game day favorite! make a double batch, because these go fast!

Fans of these recipes also visit these categories often:

Game Day
Air Fryer
Fast Food Fridays
Gluten Free
Dessert
Happy Hour at Home

Vegan Crunchwrap

August 13, 2019 By Kristina Sloggett 44 Comments

this homemade Vegan Crunchwrap Supreme recipe is a tasty update on the classic drive thru fave. tips on How To Make a Crunchwrap, How To Fold a Crunchwrap!

recipe originally published September 17, 2013

What Is A Crunchwrap?
Is the Crunchwrap Vegan?
Ordering A Vegan Crunchwrap
How To Make a Crunchwrap
How To Fold a Crunchwrap
Crunchwrap Ingredient Variations
Meal Prep / Storage – How Long Do Crunchwraps Last?
Vegan Copycat Recipes
Late Night Recipes
Vegan Crunchwrap Supreme Recipe

Homemade Vegan Crunchwrap Supreme

Fourth meal, anyone?

My last night drive thru choice in college was always a bean burrito with green sauce. and one of these things. The Crunchwrap Supreme.

I’d order mine with beans, no cheese, no sour cream. Mmm hmm.

If you are a fan, you can now have a vegan crunchwrap, and you can make them yourself.

What Is A Crunchwrap?

A Crunchwrap Supreme is easily one of the …

Vegan Spinach Dip

July 12, 2019 By Kristina Sloggett 19 Comments

this Vegan Spinach Dip is a vegan and oil free update to the party favorite we all love. how to make, what to serve with classic spinach dip:

recipe originally published July 10, 2010

Vegan Spinach Dip

My favorite last minute party food addition is always this vegan spinach dip!

Classic flavors I know everyone will love, and if I am lucky, …

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

June 30, 2019 By Kristina Sloggett 23 Comments

Vegan Gluten Free Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower – everyone’s tangy spicy favorite! this quick and easy recipe is essential to any game day, happy hour party, or random Thursday.

recipe originally published June 15, 2017

*PIN THIS FOR LATER*

want more? see: Air Fryer Recipe Collection

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

It is no secret that cauliflower is one of my favorite veggies, especially lately.

Also no secret that I love spicy, and everything buffalo sauced.

This quick and easy recipe could not be tastier – definitely one to wow guests at your next party, BBQ, or random Thursday.

I’d probably go ahead and plan for a double batch.

At …

Cheesy Roasted Hasselback Tomatoes

June 25, 2019 By Kristina Sloggett 64 Comments

Cheesy Roasted Hasselback Tomatoes satisfy that comfort food craving while utilizing the fresh and flavorful fruits of summer – a plant based update on the classic Hasselback potato.

recipe originally published August 30, 2012

Cheesy Roasted Hasselback Tomatoes

We love Portland summers. Aside from a few 100 degree days, summertime is nearly perfect.

You might know that …

Spicy Guacamole

June 12, 2019 By Kristina Sloggett 32 Comments

Mango Habanero Guacamole – naturally sweet with a spicy heat, this Spicy Guacamole is your new summertime staple! Also: How To Choose Avocados

recipe originally published May 5, 2011

Mango Habanero Guacamole

We grill often in the spring and summer months. and you know me – no grilling is complete without snacks.

As an pre-grilling appetizer, I made another new guacamole. Does it surprise you in the least that this guac is spicy?

I did make it sweet and spicy, and the cool of the avocado is a perfect balance to the heat of the habanero….

Vegan Ricotta Recipe | Ricotta Stuffed Tomatoes

June 2, 2019 By Kristina Sloggett 51 Comments

this Vegan Ricotta Stuffed Tomatoes recipe is a perfect appetizer for any event – two bite hand held snacks that are bursting with fresh flavors!

recipe originally published July 29, 2010

Vegan Ricotta Stuffed Tomatoes

Some of my favorite dinners are made up of small plates. I love an appetizer spread, and love to throw any sort of party. From a …

Melty Vegan Pizza Dip

February 24, 2019 By Kristina Sloggett 21 Comments

this Melty Vegan Pizza Cheese Dip is a game changer in party appetizers! a quick and easy recipe that EVERYONE loves, you’ll want to make a double batch.

Melty Vegan Pizza Dip

This cheese dip recipe has quickly moved up our list of favorites – it is the sort of recipe that impresses the most critical carnivores. and it has – I have seen it with my own eyes.

You all know that when I am borderline obsessed with a recipe, I make it over and over again. Like, I still have a tiny bowl of this dip in the fridge right now, AND I have cashews soaking for a new batch I am making today. Honestly, it is a double batch.

At the risk of being my own dang cliché, this…

Tasty Dip Recipes for Every Party

February 1, 2019 By Kristina Sloggett 3 Comments

Party Treats and Snacks To Ring In the New Year @spabettie #vegan #party #cocktails #recipes #appetizers

These Tasty Dip Recipes for Every Party are comfort food classics that are always welcome and will guarantee an invite to the next soirée! Everything you need for …

Vegan Crunchwrap

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Homemade Vegan Crunchwrap Supreme

What Is A Crunchwrap?

Vegan Spinach Dip

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Vegan Spinach Dip

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Table of Contents

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Cheesy Roasted Hasselback Tomatoes

Cheesy Roasted Hasselback Tomatoes

Spicy Guacamole

Mango Habanero Guacamole

Vegan Ricotta Recipe | Ricotta Stuffed Tomatoes

Vegan Ricotta Stuffed Tomatoes

Melty Vegan Pizza Dip

Melty Vegan Pizza Dip

Tasty Dip Recipes for Every Party

We Love Quinoa

We Love Kale

Categories

Archives

As Seen In