30+ 4th of July Appetizer Recipes
30+ 4th of July Appetizer Recipes
Start your Independence Day BBQ with these dips and finger foods. This collection features our favorite 4th of July appetizers that never cease to delight party guests!
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Best Fourth of July Appetizers
Independence Day usually means fun, friends and food! ! We usually also involve water in some way, but let’s get back to the food part…
We have a lot of great 4th of July recipes, including appetizers. We love having apps because we usually hang out with friends and family most of the day, and we love having food that can be eaten by everyone before our BBQ and dinner.
We wanted to make sure we shared all the best 4th of July appetizers with you!
Tips for serving appetizers
Here are some general appetizer tips:
- Appetizers should be served about an hour before dinner.
- Choose appetizers that are easy to make and those that can be made ahead of time.
- Don’t hesitate to ask guests to bring appetizers to help simplify your to-do list.
- Balance dishes by serving a mix of hot and cold, protein and vegetables, light and heavy. Also consider color and texture.
- Appetizers should not be placed for more than 2 hours.
How many? If serving appetizers before a large meal, plan to eat 4-6 appetizers per person. If you plan to serve only appetizers, plan for guests to eat 8-12 in the first hour and 6-8 every hour thereafter. Increase the number of different appetizers depending on the number of guests you are attending:
- 3 appetizers: <10 guests
- 5 Appetizers: 10-20 guests
- 7 appetizers: 20-40 guests
- 9 Appetizers: 40+ Guests
Dips and Salsa
Dips and Salsa
You can’t go wrong with any kind of dip for the holidays. They are usually available in large quantities and are easy to make.
Serve with dipping sauce and salsa with chips, crackers, and vegetables.
Appetizer Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
This is the BEST Spinach Artichoke Dip recipe, the ultimate dip for any party! Filled with spinach, artichoke hearts, cheese, sour cream, cream cheese and mayo – this easy spinach artichoke dip is cheesy and delicious and goes perfectly with chips, croutons or vegetables.
Total time: 30 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizer 7 Layer Bean Dip Recipe
This 7-Tier Bean Dip Recipe is a must for every feature! It has tons of flavors and all your favorite dips, including avocado, olives, tomatoes, cheese, guacamole, and more!
Total time: 10 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizer-Snack Dill Vegetable Dip Recipe
The perfect veggie dip for parties and snacks. Use it for veggies, chips, or anything you like! Even if you don’t like dill pickles, you’ll love this dill vegetable dip.
Total time: 7 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizing Bacon Ranch Cheese Balls Recipe
These Bacon Ranch Cheese Balls are the perfect addition to your veggie tray! Pair it with cheese, bacon and ranch flavors and you can’t go wrong!
Total time: 15 minutes
Check out this appetizing salsa verde recipe
Sweet Salsa Verde – A delicious salsa recipe that’s sweet and only takes a few minutes to make. Ingredients include tomatoes, jalapeños, sugar and cilantro.
Total time: 6 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizer Homemade Salsa Recipe
This is such an easy homemade salsa recipe! All you have to do is toss all the ingredients into your blender and blend!
Total time: 10 minutes
Check out this recipe for an appetizing strawberry salad recipe
You can’t live a summer without this sweet and savory strawberry salsa! The taste is so unique. Grab some cinnamon and sugar flakes or your favorite nachos and start eating!
Total time: 10 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizing Mango Salad Recipe
This sweet and savory mango salsa is perfect with chips or any Mexican meal. It’s filled with sweet pineapple, cilantro, mango, onion, cilantro, and jalapeños, making it full of flavor and easy to make.
Total time: 15 minutes
Check out this recipe for an appetizing peach salad recipe
Fresh peach salsa is delicious with chips, fish or pork, or scooped on tacos! You will love the flavor combinations in this recipe!
Check out this appetizing black bean and corn salad recipe
Black Bean and Corn Salad – One of our favorite dips and appetizers. Everyone loves this salsa filled with tomatoes, avocado, corn and black beans!
Total time: 10 minutes
Check out this appetizer taco dip recipe
Packed with all your favorite taco toppings, this creamy taco-flavored dip is perfect for dipping nachos.
Total time: 5 minutes
Check out this recipe for appetizing chili cheese dip recipe
Only four ingredients make the best chili cheese sauce ever! The melted cheese and hearty chili are so delicious together! This is the perfect appetizer for any party.
Total time: 10 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizing Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
All the flavors of buffalo wings are in a creamy, cheesy, easy dip! This super easy Buffalo Chicken Dip is filled with chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch and three different types of cheese! It’s perfect for parties and gatherings, served with chips or vegetables.
Total time: 25 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizing Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe
Jalapeño Popper Dip contains 4 cheeses, just the right amount of spicy jalapenos and golden crisp toppings. This dip is sure to be a hit at your next party!
Total time: 25 minutes
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warm appetizer
warm appetizer
Even if it’s hot outside, that doesn’t mean we don’t like hot food. Many appetizers can be made ahead of time and tossed in the oven so they’re ready to graze before the real dinner begins.
Use a crock pot or fondue to keep appetizers warm.
Appetizer Baked Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Recipe
This recipe was inspired by one of our favorite Disneyland foods – Bengali BBQ Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Skewers! These kebabs only require 4 ingredients and grill in less than 10 minutes!
Total time: 20 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizer Stir-Fried Green Beans Recipe
Crispy green bean fries make your appetizer dreams come true! Coated with seasoned breadcrumbs and fried to crunchy perfection!
Total time: 25 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizers, Zucchini Snacks Recipe
Cheesy Zucchini Baby Potatoes are a fun twist on Potato Baby Potatoes and are filled with my favorite veggies. They are very easy and quick to make.
Total time: 25 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizing Spinach Dip & Bites Recipe
Spinach dips are crunchy, and bite-sized treats are cheese and butter, making them a great appetizer. They are a hit every time!
Total time: 20 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizing Brown Sugar Beanie Bears Recipe
With just 5 minutes of prep time and 3 ingredients, these brown jelly beans are one of the easiest appetizers yet! They taste great!
Total time: 50 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizers Crockpot Meatballs Recipe
These crockpot meatballs are full of flavor and perfect for a party. Best of all, they only require 5 minutes of prep work!
Total time: 6 hours 5 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizer Stir Fry Kimchi Recipe
The fried kimchi was crunchy, delicious and so delicious! These pickle chips are breaded and fried to perfection, making them a crowd favorite party appetizer!
Total time: 25 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizing Bacon Wrapped Little Smoky Recipe
Bacon is wrapped in a little smoke sprinkled with brown sugar and grilled to perfection. These Bacon Wrapped Chickens are the ultimate appetizer for any party and are always the first to disappear!
Total time: 37 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizing Buffalo Buffalo Wings
Spicy and tender chicken makes a delicious appetizer! These boneless buffalo wings are easy and perfect for dinner or any party!
Total time: 1 hour
Check out this recipe for Main Course Ham and Cheese Sliders Recipe
Everyone loves these hot ham and cheese sliders because they’re easy, cheesy and addicting! They don’t take long to make and are perfect for any party – always a delight!
Total time: 30 minutes
Check out this recipe for appetizing mozzarella balls recipe
Deep-fried mozzarella is delicious, easy and the perfect party appetizer when served with marinara. Everyone loves this bite-sized snack!
Total time: 2 hours 15 minutes
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cold appetizer
cold appetizer
Of course – you can’t resist eating cold food while it’s warm. If serving cold appetizers outdoors, you can easily keep them cool by placing them on trays filled with ice cubes.
Here are some of our favorite cool appetizers…
Appetizer Bruschetta Recipe
This delicious appetizer is quick, easy and perfect for any party! This easy homemade bruschetta recipe only requires 5 ingredients! ! Everyone loves how easy it is!
Total time: 5 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizer Deviled Eggs Recipe
Nothing beats a smooth deviled egg appetizer! You’ll be surprised how easy these are to make. Full of flavor, super delicious, perfect for parties and vacations.
Total time: 30 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizers, Salads, Side Dishes Caprese Stuffed Avocados Recipe
This easy and fresh caprese avocado filling is a twist on a classic. This is the perfect appetizer or side dish for any meal!
Total time: 5 minutes
Check out this appetizing Greek Cucumber Cup Recipe
Easy Greek Cucumber Cups are a light and tasty appetizer that can be made in minutes. They are the perfect low calorie snack!
Total time: 15 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizer Vegetarian Tacos Recipe
These delicious Veggie Tortilla Roll Ups are made from rolled up tortillas filled with Ranch Veggie dip and chopped veggies, making them the perfect bite-sized party appetizer!
Total time: 2 hours 8 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizers, Salad Caesar Salad Cups Recipe
Caesar Salad Cups are a quick, easy, and delicious side dish or appetizer. They’re mini salads in a cup, perfect for parties and gatherings!
Total time: 14 minutes
Check out this recipe for Appetizer Vegetarian Cups Recipe
Quick and Easy Veggie Cup Appetizers – Loaded with dressing and veggies, this mess-free snack is perfect for many occasions.
Check out this recipe for side dish fruit kebabs recipe
Colorful Fruit Kebabs are the perfect appetizer or side dish for any occasion! Load up on your favorite fruit and grab a snack.
Total time: 20 minutes
Check out this recipe for Side Dish Homemade Hummus Recipe
If you need a quick healthy snack or party appetizer, you can make this homemade hummus in 5 minutes or less!
Total time: 5 minutes
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