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Home » Recipes » 20 Easy Thanksgiving Appetizers to Start Your Feast

20 Easy Thanksgiving Appetizers to Start Your Feast

Filed Under: Appetizers, Thanksgiving October 3, 2025

Don’t let your guests go hungry while the turkey cooks! These 12 Thanksgiving appetizers are simple to make, festive, and designed to impress without keeping you in the kitchen all day. From bite-sized treats to hearty dips, you’ll find options that are perfect for pre-dinner snacking or grazing boards. These recipes will keep your friends and family happy—and give you a moment to enjoy the holiday too!

Thanksgiving Appetizers You Can't Get Enough Of

Bacon-Wrapped Goat Cheese & Thyme Stuffed Dates with Truffle Honey

I joke that if someone is mad at you, make them these...they'll come around. But seriously, if you make one thing from this list, let these be it!

Mushroom Crostini with Bacon and Truffle Honey

This appetizer is one to end all appetizers so much umami! If you like mushrooms, these are a must make!

Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs – The Ultimate Party Appetizer

These eggs are mega viral and for good reason! They combine the timeless deviled egg with the timeless bloody marry. Shockingly delicious!

The Perfect Charcuterie Cups - Easy and Elegant

These are so so easy and just so beautiful!

Hummus and Feta Dip: A New Healthy Snack for Any Occasion

This one is healthier and perfect for the vegetarians of the group!

Puff Pastry Sausage Bites: A Special Holiday Treat

A calssic finger food everyone loves!

Festive Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs: A Holiday Twist on a Classic

A different way to use cranberry sauce!

How to Create a Stunning Christmas Charcuterie Board on a Budget

Maybe it's not Christmas yet but we can still get in the spirit!

Old English Crabbies

The 1970's appetizer that keeps giving and giving. Seems like it wouldn't be a good combo but believe me, you'll want to eat the whole tray!

Beautiful Salmon Dill Cream Cheese Appetizer

I always love smoked slamon at every occasion!

Air Fried Jalapeno Poppers: A Spicy, Creamy Holiday Treat

These are so fun for those that love a little spice in their life!

Kielbasa In A Blanket Is A Must Try

This is easier than pigs in a blanket because you wrap up the whole kelbasa and slice it!

Viral Christmas Tree Spinach Dip Appetizer To Surprise Your Friends

This is so easy, you use store bought dough and dip and make a pretty tree!

Must Make Meatballs With Grape Jelly and Chili Sauce

I make this classic dish in the slow cooker. If you haven't tried it yet...do it!

Aren't These Pumpkin Cheese Pies The Cutest Thing Ever?!?!

Adorable. Need I say more?

Try These Simple Cream Cheese Celery Sticks

This is a 60's classic and great for those that love green olives!

Easy, Inexpensive, and Delicious Christmas Tree Shaped Appetizer

2 ingredients and full of flavor this tree is just cream cheese and chutney!

A Party Favorite: Ham and Cheese Ritz Cracker Sandwich Recipe

Ok I try to only eat ritz at the holidays! These sandwiches are worth it!

This Blue Cheese and Fig Crostini Is A New Favorite

Simple 3 ingredient recipe that really delivers!

Try This Festive Showstopper: Pigs in a Blanket Wreath

Again, I know it's a little early but you can still be festive! At least douce your pigs in the delicious garlic parm butter in this recipe!

Roasted Tomato Crostini with Ricotta

These are drop dead gorgeous and so delicious!

The Best Slow Cooker No Mayo Spinach Artichoke Dip!

Dump and go and so delicious!

Fig Jam and Brie Bites Should Be On Your Menu From Now On

The flavor on these is incredible and again 3-ingredients!

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