Appetizer Recipes
Hors d’oeuvres – Starters – Amuse Bouche Recipe Index
A large collection of gourmet appetizers recipes, easy-to-make appetizers, hors d’oeuvres, starters, hot appetizers, cold appetizers, finger foods, and amuse bouche recipes:
One of the largest collections of tested and trusted party and holiday appetizer recipes on the internet (includes gourmet appetizers, easy-to-make appetizers, hors d’oeuvres, starters, hot appetizers, cold appetizers, finger food, and amuse bouche recipes.
Because my collection of appetizers is very large, I have placed them into the categories listed below. The recipes are very easy to follow and will give you delicious results. Check the recipe categories out, prepare appetizers for your family and friends, and ENJOY the compliments you will receive!
Brushetta, Canapes, Crostini
Small bite appetizers that typically consist toppings resting on small piece of bread.
Caviar Appetizers
Appetizers made using the salted eggs (roe) sturgeon. Some eggs from other species (such as salmon, paddlefish, whitefish, and lumpfish) may also be used.
Learn how to purchase and use American Caviar.
Cheese Appetizers
Appetizers using cheese. Recipes are sorted by type of cheese used.
- Blue Cheese - Gorgonzola Cheese Appetizers
- Brie - Camembert Cheese Appetizers
- Cheddar Cheese Appetizers
- Cheese Boards - Cheese Platters - Mixed Cheeses
- Cream Cheese - Mascarpone Cheese Appetizers
- Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Appetizers
- Goat Cheese- Feta Cheese Appetizers
- Gruyere Cheese- Fontina Cheese- Swiss Cheese Appetizers
- Parmesan Cheese - Asiago Cheese Appetizers
Dips, Spreads, Pates & Terrines
Egg Appetizers
I’ve noticed that the first appetizers to be eaten are the deviled eggs. A must make for men especially!
Fruit Appetizers
Fruit appetizers are always very light and refreshing to the palate.
- Apple Appetizers
- Apricot Appetizers
- Avocado Appetizers
- Banana Appetizers
- Cranberry Appetizers
- Dates and Figs Appetizers
- Grape Appetizers
- Lemon Appetizers
- Mango Appetizers
- Melon Appetizers
- Orange Appetizers
- Peach Appetizers
- Pear Appetizers
- Strawberry Appetizers
Healthy Appetizers
A large variety of healthy appetizers to help you eat leaner and also enjoy yourself.
Meat Appetizers
Hearty appetizers that are sure to please the men at your party.
Mushroom & Truffle Appetizers
Mushrooms, especially stuffed mushrooms, are always a favorite at parties. When you feel like being decadent, try using truffles in your appetizers.
Nuts & Seeds Appetizers
Nuts are always popular at a party, but how about using nuts in your appetizers, such as Dukkah.
Olive Appetizers
Olives can be used on their own or in some fantastic olive appetizers.
PIzza Recipes
Who doesn’t love a pizza. Pizzas are a delicious and quick and easy to serve at a party.
Learn more Pizza Making Hints & Tips
Seafood Appetizers
A variety of seafood recipes to please everyone!
- Anchovy/Herring Appetizers
- Caviar Appetizers
- Clam Appetizers
- Crab Appetizers
- Lobster Appetizers
- Oyster Appetizers
- Salmon Appetizers
- Shrimp Appetizers
- Tuna Appetizers
Snack Foods
A savory snack food is defined as any type of food eaten between meals (usually with the fingers) whether healthy or not healthy. Savory snacks can consists of nuts and seeds, popcorn, chips, crackers, and other savory snacks. Some people would also call these snacks football food.
Sushi, Wraps and Rolls
Easy-to-make and always a popular appetizer.
Vegetable Appetizers
Use market-fresh vegetable to make delicious appetizers.
- Artichoke Appetizers
- Asparagus Appetizers
- Bean and Pea Appetizers
- Beet Appetizers
- Cauliflower Appetizers
- Chile Pepper Appetizers
- Corn Appetizers
- Garlic Appetizers
- Kale Appetizers
- Olive Appetizers
- Onion Appetizers
- Potato Appetizers
- Radicchio Appetizers
- Radish Appetizers
- Spinach Appetizers
- Squash & Zucchini Appetizers
- Tomato Appetizers
Vegetarian Appetizers
It’s amazing how many delicious appetizers will work on your vegetarian diet.