50+ Thanksgiving Appetizers That Are Easy as (Pumpkin) Pie

50+ Thanksgiving Appetizers That Are Easy as (Pumpkin) Pie

Your Thanksgiving meal already takes a lot of effort to put together, so let us help you cut some corners. If you want to serve up an assortment of appetizers to keep your holiday guests munching while you finish all the main courses, we have more than 50 simple recipes to give you a head start. There's everything from an assortment of dips to food you can throw in your slow cooker the day before and forget about. Keep reading for all the possibilities, and if all else fails, remember that many restaurants are open on Thanksgiving and sometimes it's just easier to take everyone out for dinner instead!

I Want More! Get our newsletter by tapping the button below. Instant Subscribe By signing up, I agree to the Terms & to receive emails from POPSUGAR. 1. Prosciutto-Wrapped Feta-Stuffed Dates Prosciutto-Wrapped-Feta-Stuffed-Dates.jpg

For a savory start to your holiday meal, try these bite-size treats.

Get the recipe: prosciutto-wrapped feta-stuffed dates

2. Caprese Skewers Caprese-Skewers.jpg

Take a classic caprese combination and put it on a skewer for a handheld appetizer.

Get the recipe: caprese skewers

3. Spicy Pimento Cheese Spicy-Pimento-Cheese.jpg

Kick your appetizer up a notch with this spicy dip that goes perfect with bread or crackers.

Get the recipe: spicy pimento cheese

4. Cheese Plate Cheese-Plate.jpg

It's so easy to lay out a beautiful cheese plate to keep your house guests content while you finish the main courses.

Get the recipe: cheese plate

5. Creamy Herb Dip Creamy-Herb-Dip.jpg

A simple vegetable platter is made even better with this tasty herb dip.

Get the recipe: creamy herb dip

6. Feta With Honey and Pine Nuts Feta-Honey-Pine-Nuts.jpg

This appetizer has a sweet tang to it, thanks to the flavor combination.

Get the recipe: feta with honey and pine nuts

7. Gruyère Cheese Straws Gruy%C3%A8re-Cheese-Straws.jpg

Your guests won't be able to eat just one of these delicious cheesy straws.

Get the recipe: Gruyère cheese straws

8. Roasted Fig and Goat Cheese Roasted-Fig-Goat-Cheese.jpg

This delicious appetizer comes together in practically no time — and with so few ingredients.

Get the recipe: roasted fig and goat cheese

9. Cheese Ball Cheese-Ball.jpg

You can't go wrong with a cheese ball! This classic cheese ball recipe will be loved by everyone.

Get the recipe: cheese ball

10. Cranberry Crostini Cranberry-Crostini.jpg

Start your meal with Fall flavors right off the bat with this cranberry dish.

Get the recipe: cranberry crostini

11. Deviled Eggs Deviled-Eggs.jpg

You could serve your deviled eggs with your meal, but if your guests are hungry before the rest of the meal is ready, these make a great appetizer.

Get the recipe: deviled eggs

12. Roasted Red Pepper and Bacon Goat Cheese Truffles Roasted-Red-Pepper-Bacon-Goat-Cheese-Truffles.jpg

These tiny appetizer bites pack a huge flavor punch.

Get the recipe: roasted red pepper and bacon goat cheese truffles

13. Brie and Pear Toasts With Thyme and Honey Brie-Pear-Toasts-Thyme-Honey.jpg

Who says toast is only for breakfast? It also makes a killer appetizer.

Get the recipe: brie and pear toasts with thyme and honey

14. Pumpkin Dip Pumpkin-Dip.jpg

Turn your favorite Fall ingredient into an appetizer with this dip.

Get the recipe: pumpkin dip

15. Roasted Pumpkin Seed Hummus Roasted-Pumpkin-Seed-Hummus.jpg

Put a new spin on hummus by making it with pumpkin seeds.

Get the recipe: roasted pumpkin seed hummus

16. Crispy Sweet Potato Wontons Crispy-Sweet-Potato-Wontons.jpg

These crunchy little snacks will keep your guests happy before the big show.

Get the recipe: crispy sweet potato wontons

17. Sweet and Spicy Rosemary Cheddar and Gorgonzola Pumpkin Crackers Sweet-Spicy-Rosemary-Cheddar-Gorgonzola-Pumpkin-Crackers.jpg

Set these crackers around your house for people to munch on.

Get the recipe: sweet and spicy rosemary cheddar and Gorgonzola pumpkin crackers

18. GruyGruyère Gougères GruyGruy%C3%A8re-Goug%C3%A8res.jpg

These bite-size appetizers are so full of cheesy goodness.

Get the recipe: Gruyère gougères

19. Rosemary Pecans Rosemary-Pecans.jpg

Pecans get an upgrade with the addition of hearty rosemary.

Get the recipe: rosemary pecans

20. Avocado Hummus Avocado-Hummus.jpg

No meal is complete without avocado! You can even include this ingredient in Thanksgiving by making it into hummus.

Get the recipe: avocado hummus

21. Bacon, Cheddar, and Horseradish Cheese Ball Bacon-Cheddar-Horseradish-Cheese-Ball.jpg

Try a different take on the cheese ball by adding bacon to it.

Get the recipe: bacon, cheddar, and horseradish cheese ball

22. Peppadew Peppers Stuffed With Whipped Feta Cheese Peppadew-Peppers-Stuffed-Whipped-Feta-Cheese.jpg

These stuffed peppers couldn't possibly be easier to put together.

Get the recipe: peppadew peppers stuffed with whipped feta cheese

23. Air Fryer Baked Brie With Cranberry Filling Air-Fryer-Baked-Brie-Cranberry-Filling.jpg

If you've got an air fryer, this is the appetizer for you! Bake your brie in it, and it serve with whatever crackers or bread suits your meal.

Get the recipe: air fryer baked brie with cranberry filling

24. Artichoke and Sun-Dried Tomato Dip Artichoke-Sun-Dried-Tomato-Dip.jpg

This savory dip goes great with pita.

Get the recipe: artichoke and sun-dried tomato dip

25. Cheddar Bacon Cheeseball Cheddar-Bacon-Cheeseball.jpg

Try this recipe for a different kind of bacon cheeseball.

Get the recipe: cheddar bacon cheeseball

26. Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bites With Cream Cheese Bacon-Wrapped-Asparagus-Bites-Cream-Cheese.jpg

Anything wrapped in bacon is a great start to a meal.

Get the recipe: bacon-wrapped asparagus with cream cheese

27. Caprese Bruschetta Caprese-Bruschetta.jpg

Stick with the ultimate classic caprese bruschetta to kick off your Thanksgiving this year.

Get the recipe: caprese bruschetta

28. Pumpkin and Brie Crostini With Candied Nuts Pumpkin-Brie-Crostini-Candied-Nuts.jpg

These little treats look a lot more elaborate than they really are.

Get the recipe: pumpkin and brie crostini with candied nuts

29. Sun-Dried Tomato Cheeseball Sun-Dried-Tomato-Cheeseball.jpg

Try making your cheeseball with sun-dried tomatoes for a heartier flavor.

Get the recipe: sun-dried tomato cheeseball

30. Spinach Feta Mini Pies Spinach-Feta-Mini-Pies.jpg

Your guests will love how cute these tiny pies are, and they'll love them even more once they bite into them.

Get the recipe: spinach feta mini pies

31. Smoked Salmon, Avocado, and Cucumber Bites Smoked-Salmon-Avocado-Cucumber-Bites.jpg

All it takes is stacking a few ingredients on top of one another to make this appetizer.

Get the recipe: smoked salmon, avocado, and cucumber bites

32. Crock-Pot Grape Jelly Meatballs Crock-Pot-Grape-Jelly-Meatballs.jpg

These meatballs have a fun ingredient you wouldn't expect: grape jelly!

Get the recipe: Crock-Pot grape jelly meatballs

33. Fried Green Tomatoes With Buttermilk Feta Dressing Fried-Green-Tomatoes-Buttermilk-Feta-Dressing.jpg

If you can find green tomatoes, fry them up for an appetizer.

Get the recipe: fried green tomatoes with buttermilk feta dressing

34. Spinach Artichoke Wontons Spinach-Artichoke-Wontons.jpg

Do something different with your typical spinach and artichoke combination by making them into wontons.

Get the recipe: spinach artichoke wontons

35. Crispy Smashed Potatoes With Green Goddess Goat Cheese Crispy-Smashed-Potatoes-Green-Goddess-Goat-Cheese.jpg

There's a little bit of everything in each of these tasty bites.

get the recipe: crispy smashed potatoes with green goddess goat cheese

36. Grilled Zucchini Roll-Ups With Feta Grilled-Zucchini-Roll-Ups-Feta.jpg

You'll get a hearty serving of vegetables with this appetizer.

Get the recipe: grilled zucchini roll-ups with feta

37. Brie, Fig, and Prosciutto Crostini Brie-Fig-Prosciutto-Crostini.jpg

These little appetizers will look so classy on your Thanksgiving table.

Get the recipe: brie, fig, and prosciutto crostini

38. Prosciutto Potato Skewers With Cherry Goat Cheese Prosciutto-Potato-Skewers-Cherry-Goat-Cheese.jpg

Throw all your ingredients on a stick to make it easier for your guests to grab and go.

Get the recipe: prosciutto potato skewers with cherry goat cheese

39. Margherita-Style Charred Broccoli Slabs Margherita-Style-Charred-Broccoli-Slabs.jpg

You'll need some hefty pieces of broccoli for this recipe.

Get the recipe: margherita-style charred broccoli slabs

40. Loaded Smoked Gouda Garlic Bread Loaded-Smoked-Gouda-Garlic-Bread.jpg

The Gouda in this appetizer will get you super excited to dig into your Thanksgiving meal.

Get the recipe: loaded smoked Gouda garlic bread

41. 7-Layer Dip 7-Layer-Dip.jpg

There are seven layers of delicious to this appetizer.

Get the recipe: 7-layer dip

42. Grilled Shrimp Grilled-Shrimp.jpg

If you've got good enough weather to grill outside, you can whip up these shrimp.

Get the recipe: grilled shrimp

43. Sriracha Deviled Eggs Sriracha-Deviled-Eggs.jpg

Make your deviled eggs spicy with a touch of sriracha.

Get the recipe: sriracha deviled eggs

44. Asparagus and Brie Puff Pastry With Thyme Honey Asparagus-Brie-Puff-Pastry-Thyme-Honey.jpg

These pastries look like a lot of work, but they're super simple.

Get the recipe: asparagus and brie puff pastry with thyme honey

45. Roasted Red Pepper Dip Roasted-Red-Pepper-Dip.jpg

Dip crackers or bread into this red pepper concoction.

Get the recipe: roasted red pepper dip

46. Baked Zucchini Chips Baked-Zucchini-Chips.jpg

Make a different kind of chip by baking these zucchini slices.

Get the recipe: baked zucchini chips

47. Pesto Parmesan Spinach Balls Pesto-Parmesan-Spinach-Balls.jpg

These bite-size appetizers have a whole lot of zing from the pesto.

Get the recipe: pesto Parmesan spinach balls

48. Spicy Cauliflower Cheese Bites With Tahini Ranch Spicy-Cauliflower-Cheese-Bites-Tahini-Ranch.jpg

The real star of this appetizer is the tahini ranch.

Get the recipe: spicy cauliflower cheese bites with tahini ranch

49. Roasted Sweet Potato Salad With Black Beans, Pomegranate, and Avocado Roasted-Sweet-Potato-Salad-Black-Beans-Pomegranate-Avocado.jpg

Start your meal on a refreshing note with this salad.

Get the recipe: roasted sweet potato salad with black beans, pomegranate, and avocado

50. Cheesy Tuscan Sausage Dip Cheesy-Tuscan-Sausage-Dip.jpg

This dip is ooey and gooey and might keep your guests too preoccupied to show up for turkey!

Get the recipe: cheesy Tuscan sausage dip

51. Puff Pastry Snowflake Tart Puff-Pastry-Snowflake-Tart.jpg

Get yourselves ready for snowy weather with this festive snowflake tart.

Get the recipe: puff pastry snowflake tart

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