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Romano Cheese Crisp

French bread topped with a delicious cheese spread makes for great finger food.

By JulietAR

Feta Cheese Foldovers

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Golden puffed pastries are filled with a feta cheese mixture. These can be made ahead, and popped into the oven after your guests arrive.

By Christine L.

Caprese on a Stick

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This is a great, easy finger appetizer. I came up with it because I love Caprese but it was difficult to serve at large parties. Putting the same ingredients on a toothpick yielded great results.

By ALZ

This tastes just like hot chicken wings, but without the mess. It is very addicting, and is perfect for football and tailgating season. Serve with tortilla chips. I take this whenever I have to bring a dish and am always asked for the recipe.

By ASCBRADY

Halloumi Cheese Fingers

Fry or grill this Cypriot-style cheese and serve with a Greek salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.

By Linda

Tuscan Cream Cheese Spread

157

A delicious appetizer that can be served at a fancy cocktail party or at poker night. Serve with crackers or toasted French bread slices.

By HOFFIUS

Brie Cheese Appetizer

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A light, fluffy puff pastry is filled with melted Brie cheese and hot fruit preserves. If you do not want a sweet wheel, you may substitute herbed cheese spread for the preserves. Baking times are the same for the substitution.

By Susan Jackson

Asiago Toasted Cheese Puffs

118

A rich and tasty appetizer. People will request the recipe EVERY time you make it!

By Alison Brune

Stuffed Jalapenos III

288

These are fabulous and easy. I am asked to make them over and over again. The combo of cream cheese and bacon is wonderful!

By TIFFANY WEAVER

Curry Cheese Ball

This is a very easy and deliciously different cheese ball; your guests will love it! The curry and cream cheese are rich and tasty. This is best served on a hearty wheat cracker.

By FLASHMAN

Baked Ham and Cheese Party Sandwiches

600

These small, delicious sandwiches are perfect for any party. They are so good that even the pickiest of eaters will eat these.

By LisaT

Chef John's Hot Sloppy Joe Dip

For me this checks all the boxes for a hot party dip. It's relatively cheap and easy to make, but maybe more importantly, it's great hot, warm, or room temp. And it's also incredibly versatile.

By Chef John

Inspiration and Ideas

Best-Ever Party Appetizer

Goat cheese is marinated in herbed olive oil in this easy and elegant spread. Serve it with sliced French bread.

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More Cheese Appetizer Recipes

Hot Artichoke and Spinach Dip II

2197

This dip is amazing -- so cheesy and fragrant. If you don't like artichokes, don't worry -- you'll never know they're in there! My only question is: Is it okay to just eat it with a spoon right out of the dish?

By TIFFANY BRENNAN

Bacon-Wrapped Tater Tots®

This recipe found me about a year ago and I have absolutely loved it ever since! Given its ingredients I was surprised to find it seems to be a hit no matter where it's served.

By pinklady

Mouth-Watering Stuffed Mushrooms

3126

These delicious mushrooms taste just like restaurant-style stuffed mushrooms and are my guy's absolute favorite.

By Angie Gorkoff

Seven Layer Taco Dip

1913

I am continuously asked to bring this dip for parties and family get-togethers. People gather around the platter until it's gone.

By SUE CASE

VELVEETA® Spicy Sausage Dip

A package of VELVEETA, a can of diced tomatoes and green chilies, and pork sausage. That's all you need to make this cheesy, crowd-pleasing dip.

By VELVEETA Cheese

Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

646

These fried cheese sticks are very easy to prepare and sooo good. Enjoy!

By NANCI RENN

Jalapeno Popper Cups

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Didn't have enough Jalapenos to make full out poppers, but improvised for a creamy and spicy appetizer. You'll want to eat them right away, but they will be molten hot so be careful!

By Jessina

Garlic and Parmesan Chicken Wings

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The trick to keeping these oven-baked chicken wings crispy, is parboiling the wings in a flavorful liquid, which helps season the chicken and produce a surface texture in the oven that your guests will swear came straight out of a deep fryer.

By Chef John

Southern Pimento Cheese

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This wonderful version of pimento cheese can be used for grilled cheese sandwiches, as a spread for crackers, or served alongside your favorite fried green tomatoes.

By QUEENREYNEY

Mexican White Cheese Dip/Sauce

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This dip is similar to white cheese sauces served in many Mexican restaurants. The amount of heat can be adjusted by adding your favorite chili pepper or crushed cayenne pepper to taste. As is, it is kid-friendly, quick, and delicious! It can be used as a dip for tortilla chips or a sauce for many Mexican dishes.

By leahnwells

Taco Dip I

302

This is a scrumptious taco dip. When I use all low-fat ingredients, such as low-fat sour cream and low-fat Cheddar, it still comes out so delicious! Serve with baked tortilla chips for dipping.

By Rose Starkowicz

Simple Artichoke Dip

148

Serve with sliced baguettes or pita chips.

By Dawn

Cheese Fondue

469

I've been making this fondue since the early 70's. Always so good!

By Sheila

Stuffed Cream Cheese Mushrooms

141

Delicious appie with a kick. Always a party favorite when we make them. I usually double the recipe.

By Lindsay Smith

Seven Layer Dip II

281

My mom's Seven Layer Dip is a big hit at all small gatherings! Refried beans are layered with guacamole, seasoned sour cream, veggies and cheese. It's perfect for dipping tortilla chips! The dip traditionally takes less time to disappear into bellies than it does to prepare.

By Dinah

Best Ever Jalapeno Poppers

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This is a recipe I made by taking the best of three or four popper recipes and combining them to make something that tastes wonderful. A frequent request at my house, and at others. I usually make 100 and put them in the fridge. They don't last long. Adjust the amount of bacon bits and type of shredded cheese to taste. Increase the recipe as necessary! Lots of tests helps to best figure out the way you like it. Be sure to wear rubber gloves while seeding the jalapenos -- they will burn.

By HLSANDS

Cream Cheese Pickles

133

These tasty snacks are whole kosher dill pickles that are covered with cream cheese and wrapped with thin slices of deli beef.

By Linda

Great Garlic Bread

378

Garlic bread is always great with pasta! This cheese-covered garlic bread is ready in minutes.

By Noelle C

Nacho Cheese Sauce

563

Here's a simple cheese sauce to spread over tortilla chips. Add some jalapenos to spice things up a bit.

By MARY ANN PUTMAN

Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan

These eggplant Parmesan rounds are oil free and grease free, yet they are crispy and crunchy. All due to cooking it in an air fryer. They are good eaten right out of the air fryer or topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese. Either way they are delicious.

By Yoly

Chicken Enchilada Nachos

I wanted to make chicken enchiladas but couldn't find a recipe that I had the ingredients for. So, I made this up using what I had on hand. It is mildly spicy. Add more peppers/cayenne or hot sauce to liven it up a bit.

By belle4397

Mexican Lasagna Chip Dip

I'm not sure why it's called lasagna, but it is very good. A beef and refried bean mixture is buried in melted cheeses. Try serving it for a New Years or Super Bowl party.

By ANNIE HIGHTOWER

Creamy Cheesy Spinach Dip

This recipe doesn't contain mayo or sour cream like most, so it's very cheesy and very delicious. I'm asked for the recipe every time I make it. For those who don't want a strong cheese like Cheddar, you can replace it with anything you like or even leave it out altogether. I like adding the Cheddar because it adds color and a little more flavor.

By missbriannacarline

Bacon Cheddar Deviled Eggs

1050

These deviled eggs include bacon and shredded cheddar cheese. Better than your ordinary deviled eggs.

By USEREMILY3260

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