Whether you’re looking for easy make-ahead finger food or hearty choices for a crowd, these 15 killer fall appetizers need to be on your menu.
With temperatures dropping for fall these days, I find myself loving the switch to winter boots, cozy sweaters, and my favorite jeans. Summer dresses and flip flops are great…but it was time for a fresh take on my wardrobe.
And just like turning over your wardrobe between the seasons, changing up your go-to party recipes helps to keep things fresh and fun.
While summer is perfect for grilled appetizers and salads, when the temperatures drop it’s nice to greet your guests with appetizers for a fall party that reflect the changes happening in nature.
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Fall is the perfect time to make foods that make guests feel comfortable and warm with dishes like hot dips and warm breads. You can even take the experience to a whole new level by incorporating rich flavors like nuts, bacon, and caramelized onions.
Bonus points if you can make the food look gorgeous too.
Don’t Forget to Make Your Fall Appetizers Look Amazing with These Essentials:
- The perfect cake stand
- A gorgeous cheese board
- Serve dips in an oven-safe and pretty dish
- Cheese knives and spreaders are a must
Thankfully, there are plenty of amazing appetizers for a fall party that are incredible to look at AND to eat.
And the best of those recipes are what I’ve got here for you today. Just like swapping flip-flops for winter boots, it’s time to switch out your barbecue recipes for these luscious fall appetizers.
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15 Killer Fall Appetizers for a Crowd
Whether you’re looking for easy make-ahead finger food or hearty choices for a crowd, these 15 killer fall appetizers need to be on your menu.
Easy Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe (Microwave + Meatless)
Love stuffed mushrooms, but hate the greasy spatter? These vegetarian mushrooms are an easy and delicious alternative.
How to Make a Pine Cone Cheese Ball
Festive and flavorful, this is the perfect cheeseball for the holiday season. (Don't forget to check out the tips to help make it look its best!)
Easy Cheese Ball Recipe with Cream Cheese, Bacon & Green Onion
This low-carb cheese ball is fantastic year round. It comes together in only a few minutes, and can even be made in advance.
Cranberry Compote with Brie Appetizer Recipe
When you want something that's as festive as it is tasty, then you'll want this cranberry compote with brie. Add a few rosemary sprigs as garnish and it's perfect for the holiday season.
Caramelized Onion Galette
Enjoy the sweet goodness of caramelized onions without all the fuss with this semi make ahead caramelized onion galette.
Pumpkin-Shaped Cheeseball
This pumpkin shaped cheeseball may look cute, but it's full of flavor that adults will love too.
Bacon Wrapped Kielbasa Bites with Brown Sugar Glaze
It's kielbasa wrapped in bacon, with a sweet and savory glaze. How can you go wrong?
French Onion Tartlets - Low Carb, Grain Free, THM S
Trying to stay low carb? These french onion tartlets will keep you on track while looking (and tasting) amazing.
Warm Crab Dip with Caramelized Onions
Want the tastiness of crab without the fuss of crab cakes? Make a crab dip like this one with caramelized onions (yum!)
Cheese Puffs
These light pastries stuffed with creamy garlic goat cheese are a delicious appetizer you can make the day before guests come over.
Cheese Roll with Herbs
All those chopped herbs are a festive way to add some color to your appetizer spread this holiday season.
The Starving Chef Blog
Is it an appetizer? Is it dessert? Who cares when these little bites are just melting in your mouth.
Honey Baked Brie With Figs And Rosemary
Figs are such a classic fall food, and combined with rosemary and honey they make a stunning presentation on a delicious baked brie.
Chicken Pesto Sliders
If you're only planning on serving appetizers, you'll want to add in some heavier fare like these tasty chicken pesto sliders.
Crockpot Bacon Cheddar Pull Apart Bread
Who doesn't love the idea of an appetizer that can be prepared in a crock pot? And with gooey cheese and salty bacon, this recipe is definitely a winner for the cold months.
Now, It’s Your Turn
I’d love to hear…which of these fall appetizers are you going to make next? And do you have an appetizer recipe you love that didn’t make the list? Let us know in the comments below!
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Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says
Usually on a post like this I’ll tell you the one or two that were my favorite – but I can’t choose!! There are too many that are my favorites! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party!
Trisha Lebaron says
Great round up! You can tell that you took the time to find the good recipes.
Jelica says
Love all these ideas, especially any of the cheese balls. I am a sucker for anything cheesy 🙂 Lots of appetizers to choose from and great for any kind of gathering.
Karen Del Tatto says
My first mistake. Reading this while I am starving! Haha! My mouth is watering over here!
Thanks for sharing.
Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond says
A delicious roundup here. Thanks for sharing with us at #BloggersPitStop. Have a great week.
Barbara Windle says
Great appetizers! I am pinning them.
Jenny says
Great appetizer ideas & perfect for fall. Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday.
Jhuls @ The Not So Creative Cook says
So many amazing ideas! Thanks for sharing! x
Amy says
Thank you for sharing at Tasty Tuesdays. I love the pine cone cheese ball and I also want to try the Bacon Wrapped Kielbasa Bites.
Hilda says
I am always looking for good appetizer recipes when I need them. Pinning these for my next ‘occasion’. Thanks for putting them together for Fiesta Friday and helping us prepare for fall.
Becky says
My husband and I just decided last evening to have a Fall deck party so these recipes will come in handy. Thank you for sharing!
CakePants says
I was already looking forward to fall (and a respite from these hot temperatures), but now I’m looking forward to it even more! Thanks for bringing all these ideas to Fiesta Friday!
Miz Helen says
Congratulations!
Your post was featured on Full Plate Thursday and thanks so much for sharing it with us! Have a great week and come back soon!
Miz Helen